- To research accurately when producing original content in keeping with editorial brief, using a wide range of sources and reference material in-keeping with audience needs and expectations & adhering to known BBC policies & guidelines.
- To set up and maintain information systems for optimal output.
- Suggest, develop and research appropriate ideas and present these to the producer/line manager for feedback and review.
- To liaise with contributors, experts and talent.
- Support the senior members of the production team in a wide variety of tasks, including technical/digital by the needs of the production as required.
People are at the heart of every Rip Off Britain story, so you must be confident picking up the phone and talking at length to a potential contributor to get the best out of them and get to the bottom of their story. Then you'll source relevant experts, advice and wider context. - Understanding of the importance of the BBC's values in accuracy and impartiality.
- Passion for broadcasting and the media industry
- Demonstrable time management and organisational skills and the initiative to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Resilience and stamina to sustain performance when under pressure from a high volume of work and conflicting priorities.
- The ability to problem solve and suggest effective solutions.
You will need to demonstrate journalistic skills and have experience digesting and understanding complicated stories. Working with evidence is essential, and all candidates will be expected to have had experience finding, contacting, and managing contributors, as well as evidencing each detail of their stories and conducting a rigorous fact check of the resulting script. You must be able to write concise, accurate summaries of a story; pitch your idea to producers/SP and answer their questions succinctly and accurately. It's a busy show so you'll also need great organisational and time management skills. This role is office based but also involves working on our HQ shoots and may include occasional location filming with the Advice Clinic team, but this is predominantly an office-based role with no self-shooting.,
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Researcher in Eccles employer: The Bbc
The BBC is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters creativity and innovation in the heart of Oxford. With a strong commitment to employee development, staff enjoy numerous growth opportunities and a collaborative culture that values diverse perspectives. Joining the BBC means being part of a prestigious organisation dedicated to producing high-quality content that resonates with local communities.
