Reuters is looking for an experienced editorial leader with strong video and pictures background to jointly lead our news operations in Spain and Portugal.
Iberia is home to the European Union's fourth largest economy and is on the frontline of a changing climate in Europe, with wildfires and extreme heat.
It's home to three of the euro zone's biggest banks, the world's largest clothing retailer, and one of Europe's most important tourism industries.
You will also be coordinating visuals sports coverage in a region which is home to some of the most important soccer teams in the world.You will be a talented and confident manager who can lead a large team of journalists - from every discipline - across the region.
You will have a track record anticipating and driving complex news operations in a fast-paced environment, to win timings, beat our competitors and give our clients the news they need, including deep human storytelling.
We want someone who can handle breaking news as well as pitching stories that go beyond the headlines and help explain to a global audience the political, socio-economic, environmental, and cultural developments in Iberia and why they matter.As co-bureau chief, you will ensure that our multiple formats work in lockstep when it comes to story conceptualization, planning and breaking news coverage.
You will work closely with your co-bureau chief to run the office, manage staff, and set up the strategic goals for the newsroom as well as liaising with other editors and bureaus to coordinate wider coverage.
You will also work closely with video journalists, photographers and producers to ensure live and edited coverage is sharp, memorable and resonates with clients and our growing consumer audience.
This is a full-time role that demands flexibility and readiness to work weekend shifts.It will report to the Europe Editor for Video with a dotted line to the Europe News Editor.As our trusted Iberia Co-Bureau Chief, you will:Be experienced in managing teamsHave excellent news judgment and ability to prioritise news coverageHave an eager instinct and creativity to always be first in breaking news situationsHave a keen eye for visual storytellingReact quickly to breaking news offering live cover and still photos as appropriateProduce tight, well-written accurate news copy to deadlinePitch story ideas which also translate well for digital and broadcast platformsWork as part of a multimedia team that covers events, starting from the planning phase through to field workUphold Reuters Trust Principles of independence, integrity and freedom from biasMinimum Requirements:At least 10 years of solid editorial experience in either a broadcast, agency, or digital newsroomExcellent news judgment, with a clear vision of what makes a compelling multiplatform storyAdvanced skills as a newsroom leader, able to coordinate large teams of journalists on the groundWide-ranging experience setting up and coordinating complex live photo and video multi-camera operationsThorough understanding of the latest digital video technologies for filming, editing, transmitting and sharing videoExcellent communication skills and ability to build contacts and relationships quicklyAbility to remain calm under pressureStrong planning and organisational skillsExcellent Spanish and English - written and oral, working proficiency in Portuguese a plusWhat's in it For You:At Reuters, our people are our greatest assets.
Here are some of the benefits we offer for your personal and professional growth:Global Career: As a global company, we can offer a truly international career and progression opportunitiesLearning Development: On the job learning and coaching.
We also have a dedicated training team focused on the continuous development of our journalistsBenefits: We offer competitive salary packages and market leading benefits including paid volunteering daysPerks: Work alongside Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists and a team who provide unmatched, award-winning coverage of the world's most important stories.About Reuters: Reuters is the world's largest multimedia news provider.
Founded in 1851, it is committed to the Trust Principles of independence, integrity and freedom from bias.
With unmatched coverage in over 16 languages and reaching billions of people worldwide every day, Reuters provides trusted intelligence that powers humans and machines to make smart decisions.
It supplies business, financial, national and international news to professionals via desktop terminals, the world's media organizations, industry events and directly to consumers.
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