Researcher - The Six O'Clock Show
Virgin Media Ireland Ltd
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Virgin Media Ireland is home to the country’s fastest broadband and is the leading provider of connected entertainment and broadcasting. We power millions of connections nationwide every single day, delivering award winning ultrafast broadband, TV, mobile and home phone services that keep Ireland working, streaming and communicating at superfast speed. Our Virgin Media Business division provides the fastest broadband speeds and advanced connectivity solutions for entrepreneurs, SMEs, large organisations and the public sector.
Virgin Media Television is Ireland’s number one commercial public service broadcaster, delivering four free‑to‑air channels - Virgin Media One, Virgin Media Two, Virgin Media Three and Virgin Media Four, along with Virgin Media Play, our state‑of‑the‑art free streaming service. We deliver fresh, diverse and original Irish content - from news and current affairs to entertainment, factual and drama - alongside the best of international programming.
Virgin Media Ireland is part of Liberty Global Ltd. (Nasdaq: LBTYA, LBTYB, LBTYK), a leading international converged connectivity and investment company. Liberty Global manages three complementary platforms: Liberty Telecom, which provides around 80 million fixed and mobile connections across Europe and generates $21.6 billion in aggregate revenue; Liberty Growth, which invests in scalable technology, media, sports and infrastructure businesses valued at $3.4 billion; and Liberty Services, which delivers technology, operational and financial services generating approximately $700 million annually*. Together, these platforms create long‑term, sustainable value for shareholders.
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About the Role:
Reporting to the Executive Producer, we are looking for a Researcher to join the Six O’Clock team.. Researchers are expected to deliver high quality items for the show’s output, working closely with producers and presenters. They must be passionate about TV, full of ideas, show great initiative, exercise sound editorial judgement and have a clear understanding of what makes great television.
Specific Duties & Tasks:
Sourcing guests for the show and reacting to breaking news
Interviewing and compiling notes prior to guests live appearances
Writing scripts for presenters based on the notes compiled on guests
Editing VTs and other broadcast footage
Producing shoots on location and ensuring effective Live OBs
Sourcing and clearing footage and images for the show
Organising regular guests; ensuring they are in the diary and know in advance what is expected of them for their slot
Updating the Six O’Clock Show Social Media pages such as Facebook and Twitter
Liaising with producers and presenters on show development
Originating New Series Ideas
Responsible for live audience interaction when required
Skills & Expertise:
Two years television production experience is desirable
Strong background in journalism
Strong contacts book
Great ideas and enthusiasm
Excellent planning and organisation skills
The ability to write concise background briefs for presenters
Strong interest in current affairs and Irish life
Excellent computer skills including the ability to edit VT content
Strong Social Media skills
An understanding of what makes good television
The ability to work under pressure as part of a busy team
Join and you’ll be part of the Virgin Media family. You can trust us to do the right thing by you. We’re a great place to work and we offer impressive benefits too. Get ready for a generous holiday allowance, birthday day off, contributory pension, healthcare and discounts on our fantastic mobile broadband and cable.
Summary
Research guests, write scripts, edit footage, and contribute to show development.
Job title
Researcher - The Six O'Clock Show
Experience level
2+ years
Minimum experience
2+ years exp
Industry
media
Location requirements
Ballymount, Ireland; remote work not specified
Salary
Not specified
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Ballymountain, Ballymountain North, Co. Cork, Ireland