Would you like to work on The Right Hook show?

Newstalk are seeking a researcher to undertake the provision of pre and post production support to the programme 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

• Have a working knowledge of broadcast journalism
• Have a strong interest in general current affairs
• Be proficient in recording and editing and the workings of digital and social media
• Have an ambition to succeed and an ability to multi-task and work well under pressure and to deadlines
• Be a self-starter who can identify, pitch and develop current affairs and feature items for broadcast

Please send a short CV with your letter of application to annette@newstalk.ie

Closing date for applications is Fri 19th July 2013.

Shortlisting of candidates for interview is likely to apply. Interviews will be held week commencing 22nd July.

Newstalk 106 – 108fm is an equal opportunities employer.