Down News – Trainee Journalist Job Vacancy

Job Duties:

This is an opportunity expected to last for 6-9 months initially on this Youth Employment Service Scheme. Participants are expected to attend 35 hours per week, excluding meal breaks – this includes time spent on training (150 taught hours in a formal course or courses during the work scheme).

To make the most of this opportunity you should:

* have a further education diploma or equivalent, a qualification in Journalism, or a Third Level qualification (or  other higher level qualification preferably in sports) – the trainee has the option to focus on sports and/or news. * be computer literate * have good writing skills and good personal people skills * have a driving licence

Qualifications / Experience:

Participants will gain experience in the following occupational skills: * writing news and sports articles including features * working on internet news * interviewing skills * visiting events and news gathering * recording information * interviewing techniques * professional etiquette * using Internet-based technolog

At the end of this programme you will be experienced and confident to move towards a vocational qualification in Journalism.

The skills development programme is aimed at unemployed 18-24 year olds. Participants will retain their benefit rate plus a £45 a week top-up to create a benefit based training allowance. Some travel and child care costs may be reimbursed.

Application Method:

To apply, please in the first instance to editor@downnews.co.uk or phone 028 44 615690 for further information.

If you are unemployed your local Jobs & Benefits Office can provide you with additional support. For assistance with your job interview visit Getting Started.

Other Information:

Equality Statement: Depending on circumstances, this opportunity may have potential to lead to a permanent vacancy. Required Languages: The ability to understand health and safety instructions in both verbal and written English.