Content Editors in Salford

Overview

The ITV News Granada team are looking for an experienced journalist to join their team of Content Editors.

Content Editors support the Senior Content Editor in ensuring that all online and broadcast content is excellent, relevant and up-to-date.

They work as part of a team coordinating day‑to‑day news gathering online and on‑screen, acting as the main curator for work on our news websites, social media and ITVX.

Content Editors may also be part of the News Management team, working alongside production colleagues to assist the Head of News with strategy and projects, and may occasionally deputise for the Digital Content Editor or Senior Content Editor.

• Operational Skills
• Online Editing – Taking a lead in curating and maintaining ITV’s online news service ITVX and our news website, generating ideas and driving digital media coverage through a collaborative effort across the team locally and nationally.
• Programme Producing – Working closely with the Programme & Digital Editor to oversee high‑quality programme, bulletins, or opt production, ensuring editorial, technical, legal/compliance and timing requirements are consistently met.
• News Editing – Efficiently and effectively leading day‑to‑day newsgathering and other projects by co‑ordinating coverage of breaking stories and planned events, reacting swiftly, accurately and on tight deadlines.
• Planning – Leading the advance planning of content for all news output on all platforms, online and on‑screen, preparing comprehensive long‑term and weekly prospect lists, and working closely with colleagues on short‑term and next‑day coverage.
• Features & Projects – Overseeing the planning and production of all news features and current affairs, programme strands and ITV projects.
• General Responsibilities
• Generate original and creative ideas, contributing to the news agenda of the day both on‑screen and online.
• Research and develop story ideas thoroughly and creatively for on‑air and online output.
• Maintain and nurture a wide range of relevant contacts, ensuring diversity, equity & inclusion in the output.
• Source interesting contributors from across the community to bring stories to life.
• Use the full suite of newsroom technology, adhering to workflow, including editing, graphics and digital curation.
• Write accurate, concise and engaging scripts.
• Provide copyright clearance details and basic media management.
• Undertake project work and contribute to network news output as required.
• Exercise excellent editorial judgement and provide guidance to less experienced colleagues, maintaining ITV’s legal & compliance, ITV Trust, and OFCOM guidelines.
• Work weekends, travel to district offices or other news operations, and attend relevant forums, development sessions and meetings off‑site.
• Line Management & Leadership
• Provide excellent line management to a group of colleagues.
• Promote ITV News initiatives and support the Head of News and Senior Content Editor in implementing such initiatives among the wider team.
• Act as a key leader of the team, motivating others, setting an example of professionalism and high editorial standards.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified NCTJ, BJTC or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of media law & compliance and the ability to exercise excellent editorial judgement.
• Proven track record of producing, sourcing or planning excellent content to deadline and under pressure.
• Experience of successfully coaching, managing and motivating others.
• Experience delivering innovation across all media platforms.
• A reputation for using a creative approach whilst displaying sound journalistic ability.
• Commitment to DE&I.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Self‑motivated, quick thinking with strong decisive decision‑making skills.
• Other Key Criteria
• Generate, research and develop original, impactful and distinctive ideas.
• Strong and creative writing skills with accurate spelling and grammar.
• Excellent news judgement in line with ITV News aspirations.
• Remain calm, focussed and resilient in a busy work environment.
• Organised approach with effective logistical skills.
• Clear understanding of the qualities of ITV News compared with other news organisations.
• Provide regular, honest and consistent feedback to others.
• Comprehensive knowledge of and interest in national and regional news.
• Build a strong network of contacts and think laterally where stories are developing.
• Work well in a team environment, ensuring all editorial and production members feel included and valued.
• Willingness to learn other Content Editor specialisms and share skills with others.
• Use full range of digital newsroom technology.
• Work to deadlines, plan well, work efficiently and keep calm under pressure.
• Strong knowledge of the patch, its cultural heritage and an awareness of stories that engage audiences.
• Understand the importance of Diversity and Inclusion in determining output.
• Bring stories from under‑represented people from across the region.
• Knowledge of digital platforms and how to tap into new audiences online; experience using social media as a promotional tool.
• Clear understanding and commitment to DE&I and Health & Safety policies.

Benefits

Flexible working with a range of options, generous holiday allowance, annual bonus opportunity, competitive pension contribution, the opportunity to buy ITV shares, wellbeing and volunteering days, and a wide range of opportunities to help you live a balanced and healthy life.

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