WE’RE LOOKING FOR FRESH TALENT!

Are you a creative story teller with a passion for regional news? Do you like the sound of working somewhere where each day is different? Do you want to get your foot in the door? If you’ve said yes to all of the above - this job might be just for you. ITV News Central is looking for an enthusiastic individual who is keen to kick off their career in the world of Broadcast Journalism, working in our Birmingham newsroom. You don’t need any previous experience - our interest is in finding the right person. In fact, we welcome candidates without a degree to apply. This is an entry level position as part of a multi-skilled team and your day to day could involve reacting to breaking news stories, producing early, late and weekend bulletins, planning stories and creating online content. You will also have the chance to pitch story ideas of your own! You will follow an Apprenticeship training programme for 18 months where you will learn how news and programmes are made, train to use our news media technology systems, work on live news production and immerse yourself in the exciting world of digital news output, including ITVX. Alongside your day to day role as a Production Journalist Apprentice in the newsroom, you will work towards your Level 5 Diploma in Journalism. The Midlands is a richly diverse region and we’re looking for a person who will help ensure our coverage is as representative of the people and backgrounds of all those who live here as possible.
The successful candidate will be self-motivated, have a strong passion to work in Broadcast Journalism and the ability to work as a team player in a busy newsroom environment.

The role is based in our Birmingham newsroom, and the successful candidate will work on television and digital news production, from producing early, late and weekend bulletins and planning stories, to creating online content that enhances our reputation and engages our digital audience. During the apprenticeship you will receive hands-on training in the following areas: Producing high quality and compliant news bulletinsWriting stories and scripts that are accurate and engagingEditing pictures using software providedCreating accurate graphics using our template based systemCurating digital content for our website, socials and ITVX On the day News gathering and forward Planning Generating original and creative ideas for on-screen and onlineResearching stories ideas thoroughly and creativelyOfcom code, media law and compliance
Skills you’ll need (minimum criteria)
A passion for news and current affairs, particularly across the East and West MidlandsAn eagerness to learn how to research and develop original story ideas for both on-screen and onlineA willingness to learn and develop new skills with the appropriate trainingGood organisational skills with the ability to plan ahead and prioritise tasksGood writing skills (with good spelling and grammar)Knowledge of the local area, its cultural heritage and an awareness of the types of stories that will engage our audiences
Other things we’re looking for (key criteria)
Confident and clear communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
The ability to remain calm and resilient in a fast-paced environment
The ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively
Resourcefulness and initiative in finding and developing stories Positive attitude and enthusiasm for learning
Understanding of and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and Health and Safety policies
If you’re energized by a fast-paced, ever-changing environment and eager to learn the journalistic skills that will contribute to our success, then we encourage you to apply.The rostered hours for this role will include weekend working , late shifts as well as early morning shifts and Bank Holidays. The working pattern will incorporate late shifts (typically 23:00 finish) as well as early morning (typically 05:00 start). You are expected to provide your own means of transportation to and from your main workplace. Because of the nature of news production, there will be occasions when you are required to work long and unsociable hours at short notice. Some members of the Production Team may be required to travel to district offices or to work in other news operations as well as attending relevant forums, development sessions and meetings off site as part of their role
At ITV, we appreciate the use of technology for research during the application process. We understand that AI tools, including ChatGPT, can be valuable resources. However, we value authenticity and expect applicants to showcase their own thoughts and experiences. Applications that appear to be directly copied from AI-generated content may be subject to rejection. We believe in a fair and authentic assessment process, and your individuality is key to standing out in our selection.