Central India Reporter (Bhopal), BBC News Hindi

Job description Responsible for originating and producing stories which may include scripting, editing, outputting, filming and presenting content across a range of BBC output or generating exciting ideas and original newsgathering. Last date to apply: 22 May 2024 Who we are From April 2024, the majority of the BBC's Indian operations are moving to the Collective Newsroom which has been set up by some of the BBC's most experienced journalists in India. It has more than 250 journalists and operational staff, bringing you distinctive, impartial and world-class content and is the BBC's sole provider of content for its Indian-language websites and social media platforms including English. Based in the BBC's largest international market, we bring you the best of Indian journalism guided by the world's biggest and most reputable news organisation. We provide digital, audio and television content in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Gujarati, Marathi and Punjabi as well as English. Our Vision: "Home to India's most credible, creative and courageous journalism." Our Mission: "To lead with facts bringing diverse voices through innovative and impactful journalism in the public interest." To know more about us, visit our website: https://collectivenewsroom.com/ Key responsibilities and accountabilities Propose, research, write, report and edit interesting and well-explained reports and more thoughtful, analytical pieces for publication, meeting high journalistic standards and fully observing the BBC editorial guidelines. Alert Editors to breaking news and be ready to file accurate and on-the-spot reports as soon as possible. Check and advise against coverage when necessary. Develop and use all formats and platforms available to tell the story in the most appropriate way, with a particular focus on social media to deliver our journalism to audiences. Supply items for the news diary, coming up with a stream of realistic coverage ideas and working jointly with other reporters and producers in the field/region. Provide regular advice on news developments, guidance on agency or newspaper stories and briefings on government policies. To gather material for broadcast on news topics and events which is reflective of the audiences we serve. To provide timely, specialist and self-assured news coverage and analysis of news and events of interest to the audiences. Maintain regular and clear communication with the Editors ensuring everyone is briefed on own movements and contact numbers at all times throughout the assignment. Delivering to tight deadlines while maintaining the highest editorial standards. Proficiency in written Hindi and a basic understanding of English is required. Seek ways to increase diversity in our output that reflects the audiences we serve. Demonstrates a commitment to improving diversity in the newsroom and understands how individual differences can benefit the organisation. Knowledge, skills, training and experience Essential : Experience of live broadcasting, including live breaking news and ability to communicate effectively to target audience. A knowledge of and aptitude for using multimedia technology. Demonstrates balanced and impartial judgement. Makes appropriate editorial decisions, taking account of conflicting views where necessary. Demonstrable interest in new media which will include knowledge of how to maximise a story for digital, reporting experience and proven skills in generating original newsgathering. Work in partnership with other reporters and producers. Ability to convey story and programme ideas and to contribute fully to the planning process. Able to get one's message understood clearly by adopting a range of styles, tools and techniques appropriate to the audience and the nature of information. Flexibility and adaptability to sustain performance, particularly under pressure to meet deadlines and changing priorities and circumstances. Sound understanding of health and safety procedures and how they apply to newsgathering. Last date to apply: 22 May 2024