Overview
We think big, work hard and never stand still. It’s our talented and passionate people that make us leaders in creativity and innovation and the proud home to the best media and entertainment on the planet.
We’re here to make everyone’s day brighter. That’s everyone from our Globallers, to our audiences, every partner we work with and every community we work in. Whether we’re making shows or making headlines, making everyone’s day brighter is behind everything we do.
Whether we’re in the studio, building a world-class Global Player app, displaying brilliant Outdoor ads, or producing fast-moving digital content, we’re at our best when we’re working together. It’s why we show up, deliver great work and above all, it’s the reason we all love to work here.
Your new role
A fantastic opportunity for a dedicated journalist to join our passionate, hardworking team in Bristol.
Reporting to a Regional News Editor, you’ll be producing and delivering multiple local news bulletins for Heart and Capital Radio stations across the West and South of England as well as providing content for Global’s national brands like LBC, LBC News, and Classic FM.
You’ll be creative, have a fantastic voice, great writing skills with experience of producing multiple news bulletins in a busy environment.
Key Responsibilities
As a bulletin reader, you’ll have a phenomenal voice, write creatively and be able to deliver outstanding quality, relevant, timely and accurate local news and current affairs content.
You’ll be part of ensuring stories from our region are heard on our national news talk brand, LBC, and on our rolling news station, LBC News.
You’ll have sound legal judgement and be proficient in Ofcom’s broadcast regulations and guidelines.
You’ll understand the importance of developing relationships with key contacts across our region.
You’ll have the flexibility to tackle both bulletin reading and content gathering.
What You’ll Love About This Role
Think Big: We’re passionate about news, and eager to investigate and create our own outstanding and exclusive stories! Own It: You will have a commanding on-air presence and be confident in your ability to, if required, report live into LBC and LBC News. Keep it Simple: Drive straightforward, impactful content that resonates deeply with audiences. Better Together: We work with colleagues across Global’s Newsroom to provide on-target, agenda-setting, news content.
What Success Looks Like
In your first few months, you’ll have:
Created and presented local news bulletins across our Heart and Capital Radio stations.
Produced creative and engaging content for LBC News.
Played an active role in planning meetings.
Responded professionally to a big breaking story.
Developed a full understanding of the different Global brands
What You’ll Need
The ideal candidate will be proactive and willing to develop and implement innovative solutions, capable of the following:
You will be confident working on your own and under the guidance of your Senior colleagues to provide on-target, agenda-setting, news content.
You will have a commanding on-air presence and be confident in your ability to, if required, report live into LBC and LBC News.
You will have experience of producing and presenting multiple news bulletins each hour.
You will enjoy working flexible hours and always strive to complete a task to a high standard.
A knowledge and understanding of the key issues affecting the lives of people in the area you are covering.
You’ll have an excellent knowledge of media law and the OFCOM Broadcast Code.
Creating a place we all belong at Global
We are dedicated to creating a place where different voices are represented, amplified and celebrated. We know that we can’t serve our diverse audiences without first celebrating it in our people, which is why we’re passionate about creating an inclusive culture where every Globaller can belong. So, no matter who you are or where you are from, you can find your place at Global.
As a business, we believe in the importance of a healthy work-life balance and the value of a flexible and agile workforce. Therefore, we operate a Smart Working approach. If you need us to make any reasonable adjustments during your recruitment process, drop us an email at recruitment@global.com, we’ll be happy to help.
Creating a place we all belong at Global
Just like our media and entertainment platforms are for everyone, so are our workplaces. We know that we can’t possibly serve our diverse audiences without first nurturing and celebrating it in our people and that’s why we work hard to create an inclusive culture for everyone. We believe that diversity will set us apart, so no matter what you look like, where you come from or what your favourite radio station is, we want to hear from you.
We will always seek to make appropriate adjustments to the recruitment process and workplace to be fully inclusive to people with different needs and working styles. If you require us to make any reasonable adjustments for you or to disclose a condition, please email recruitment@global.com
We are Global
At Global, we think big, work hard, and never stand still. We’re the proud home of the best media and entertainment, driven by our talented and passionate people. Our mission? To make everyone’s day brighter—whether it’s our Globallers, our audiences, our partners, or the communities we touch. From creating shows to making headlines, brightening everyone’s day is at the heart of everything we do.
Perks & Rewards
We offer inclusive perks and rewards, so you can get the best out of Global.
Lifestyle
A little extra, for the moments that matter. 25 days holiday with an extra day off to celebrate your Global anniversary, free mortgage advice, purchase up to 5 days additional holiday, enhanced family leave, accessibility leave, and much more.
Health
Put your health first with free Headspace membership for you and a loved one, access to a 24/7 virtual GP, nutrition coach, healthcare, and dental discounts.
Financial
Protection in the important moments. Long sickness insurance, 4x salary protection, cashback benefits, discounted gym memberships,pension, discounted travel insurance, and much more.
How we hire
Got your eye on a role?
Submit application
If one of our roles has caught your eye, the first step is to submit your application. You’ll be asked for a CV, and sometimes a cover letter too. We love nothing more than seeing what you’re passionate about, so portfolios, videos and demos are always a great addition at this stage.
The process
If we think you’re a great fit, one of our team will get in touch for a chat. This will usually be an informal call, where we get to know each other a little better. After this, you’ll go into a first stage interview with the hiring team.
Interview and meet the team
This is where you’ll meet your potential manager, and some of your teammates. Sometimes these interviews include a task to complete ahead of time, which you’ll run through in the session. Aside from the task, it’s a good idea to look through our values and see how they align with your own. We also love questions — so don’t forget to use this as an opportunity to interview us too.
What’s next?
After all interviews are completed, we’ll get back to you as quickly as possible. This is usually within a few weeks of applying, and slightly longer for busier roles. If our stars align, our recruitment team will be in touch with the good news! They’ll talk you through the next steps, like signing your contract and the onboarding process. If you’re not successful this time round, it’s likely that you’d be great for another position so we would love to keep in touch!
