UK - Digital Multimedia Journalist (English)

Iran International Television is a Farsi-language news channel which is targeted at people living in Iran and those in the Farsi speaking diaspora. It is a news and factual channel with news bulletins, talk shows, documentaries, features and magazine content across broadcast, digital and social media.

Job Summary

Job Title: UK – Digital Multimedia Journalist (English)

Job Ref: UK-DMJ-E-404

Role Type: Permanent, Full-time

Location: London, UK

Iran International English Service aims to provide comprehensive and up-to-date news coverage and reliable information about Iran and the broader Middle East region to a global audience. The service is designed to offer news and analysis on a wide range of topics, including politics, current affairs, economy and culture.

Multimedia Journalist is a key member of the service, responsible for producing and delivering news content in text, video, and audio formats. They are expected to work quickly under pressure, break news, and write stories fast and accurately. They also manage the organisation\’s social media presence, engagement, and strategy.

Responsibilities

Report to Editors and collaborate with other reporters and team members to ensure the smooth flow of news production

Research assigned topics or news events, gather information from various sources, verify facts, and ensure accuracy in reporting

Pitch their own story ideas and file reports, analyses, and explainers

Conduct interviews with relevant individuals, experts, and eyewitnesses to gather insights and quotes for news stories

Deliver news content in text, video, and audio formats

Effectively utilise social media platforms to promote news content and engage with the audience

Assist in the production and delivery of podcast programmes and news bulletins

Demonstrate creative storytelling skills, technical expertise, and strong organisational abilities

Ensure accurate and timely translation of news content from one language to another

Plan, organise, and execute various virtual and physical events to promote the organisation and create new content

Translate English and Persian video packages and create fresh video reports

Requirements

Good knowledge and deep interest in Iranian and international news and current affairs

Strong writing skills and the ability to convey information clearly, concisely, and accurately

Passion for uncovering compelling stories and delivering high-quality content

Proficiency in video editing and script writing

Ability to work calmly under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Strong research skills and the ability to gather information from various sources

Willingness to learn new skills and flexibility to perform in newly assigned roles

Ability to work cooperatively as part of a large team

Well-developed communication skills for conducting interviews, building relationships with sources, and collaborating with colleagues

Adaptability to evolving newsroom practices and technologies

Excellent spoken and written proficiency in English. Knowing Farsi is a plus

Think this sounds like you? We\’d love to hear from you.

This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating notes of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.

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