Broadcast Journalist

A full-time journalism job at Wish FM, Wire FM or Tower FM in Wigan
Posted 24 May 2019, 11.21am edt

Role: Broadcast Journalist

Location: Wigan

We have an exciting opportunity to join our award winning news and sports team, at Wish, Wire and Tower FM. In the last four years, our coverage has recognition at the ARIAS and IRN Awards and we’re looking for a top class candidate to continue that momentum.

You will help deliver engaging and relevant news and sport content across three stations that broadcast to Wigan and St Helens, Warrington, Widnes, Runcorn Bolton and Bury; not only on-air but on our online and social platforms.

You will need to have a recognised journalism qualification, previous experience working in a broadcast newsroom, a great voice, a strong understanding of media law and be full of ideas.

A full driving license is essential as is the desire to work hard and ability to manage your time well.

Ideally you will be familiar with the local areas we cover, mobile video production and be able to tell a dummy half from a centre half.

The role is Monday to Friday with possible weekends too

We offer a competitive salary and the chance to take your journalism career to the next level in an exciting and diverse local radio environment.

Apply by sending us a copy of your CV, a bulletin demo and statement, telling us why you should be part of our team

Please note, only applications that include a demo will be considered

Equal opportunities:

The Company is an equal opportunities employer and wholeheartedly supports the principle of equal opportunities for all its employees and for all applicants for employment. It opposes all forms of discrimination in the workplace.

We are a diverse and team so want to maximise every individual’s potential to create a productive environment where everyone feels valued, and where talents are fully recognised and utilised.

This means affording equal access to any employment opportunities within the Company according to your ability, without prejudice or discrimination by reason of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status, disability or age.