Fancy being part of one of the most dynamic and innovative radio teams in the country?

Newstalk are seeking a researcher to undertake the provision of pre and post production support to The Breakfast Show on a daily basis. 

The chosen candidate will report to the station editor.

For more details about the role and how you can apply, read below:

Key Tasks

• To generate and develop ideas for the programme and to research items as per recommendation by the Producer.
• To deal with breaking news quickly so that it gets to air accurately and first.
• To edit relevant sound clips for the programme 
• To break news stories and develop new angles on existing stories.
• To drive the programmes presence on digital platforms including newstalk.ie, twitter.com and Facebook
• To assist the Producer in all activities pertaining to the programme while it is on-air including editing and researching of items.
• To source new voices for the programme. 
• To write scripts and collate briefing material for the presenter.
• To take and screen calls from listeners while the programme is on-air 
• To manage and administrate all competition prize winners
• To ensure that winners receive their prize in a timely and professional manner.
• To carry out vox pops and report into the programme 
• To meet and greet contributors to the programme.
• To co ordinate and develop podcasts.
• Other ad hoc administration duties.

Qualifications/Experience

          Essential:

• Minimum of 1 year’s experience in journalism, preferably with broadcast experience
• A knowledge of current affairs
• Excellent audio editing abilities
• An established database/ Contacts
• Excellent PC skills encompassing Word and Outlook
• Ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines
• Team player
• Excellent telephone manner

• Well organised and be able to work on one’s own initiative

  Desirable:

• An interest in talk radio
• Sense of humour
• An ability to multi-task

Closing date for applications is Thursday July 10th, 2014.

Shortlisting of candidates for interview is likely to apply. Email applications to annette@newstalk.com

It is Newstalk’s belief that the success of the business is dependent on providing a forum where each employee can grow and develop, therefore we actively encourage employees to apply for any position within the company where they possess the appropriate skills.