Welsh-Language News & Current Affairs Journalist

Deaf Unity; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading broadcasting organization in Cardiff is seeking a Journalist for Welsh Language Programmes. The role involves covering current affairs for S4C, particularly during the upcoming Senedd Election. Candidates must have fluency in Welsh, a minimum of one year in journalism, and excellent knowledge of Welsh politics. This position offers a salary range of £29,034 – £39,697 and emphasizes diversity and inclusion in its applications.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Welsh language is essential.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in news or current affairs.
• Excellent understanding of Welsh and UK politics.

Responsibilities

• Researching ideas and finding contributors for election coverage.
• Supporting production on location for various current affairs programmes.
• Producing bespoke digital content.

Skills

Fluency in Welsh language (both spoken and written)

A minimum of 1 year of professional journalistic experience in News or Current Affairs

Excellent knowledge of Welsh and UK politics

Good understanding of compliance and broadcasting guidelines

Great understanding of digital platforms with ideas on attracting new audiences

Tools

Camera skills

Editing experience

Job description

A leading broadcasting organization in Cardiff is seeking a Journalist for Welsh Language Programmes. The role involves covering current affairs for S4C, particularly during the upcoming Senedd Election. Candidates must have fluency in Welsh, a minimum of one year in journalism, and excellent knowledge of Welsh politics. This position offers a salary range of £29,034 – £39,697 and emphasizes diversity and inclusion in its applications.