Senior Journalist Reporter

As the senior journalist reporter working closely with the Assistant Editor, you’ll be one of the public voices and faces of BBC Shetland. One day you might cover a debate on the closure of a rural school; the next, you could be reporting for national news on power cuts or severe weather across the islands.

This role requires resilience, strong people skills, and a willingness to get involved with anything the newsroom needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Uphold and continuously develop high professional standards of journalism across all BBC Shetland output.
• Help grow programme content across social media and digital platforms.
• Support and guide a small team of dedicated journalists, helping develop their skills as reporters and broadcasters.
• Deputise for the Assistant Editor when needed.
• Liaise regularly with the main newsgathering operation in Glasgow.

Skills & Experience

• Exceptional understanding of the issues impacting daily life in Shetland.
• At least three years of full-time journalism experience with a strong record of generating original stories.
• At least three years of experience in broadcasting live radio news and related content.

Deadline: 02 December 2025

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