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JOB DETAILS
JOB BAND: C
CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent, Full-time. At will
DEPARTMENT: BBC News
LOCATION: San Francisco, CA
PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: Include salary range including currency icon $90,000 - $100,000 depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.
This is a local hire position and eligible candidates must be able to live and work in the US (US citizenship, Green Card or work authorisation)
Closing date: 18:59 EST September 14th, 2025
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PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
We’re looking for a dynamic Video Journalist to work alongside our North America Technology Correspondent, producing high-impact tech coverage for global audiences. You’ll film, edit, and shape stories under tight deadlines, bringing clarity and creativity to complex topics. This is a unique opportunity to drive BBC News’s technology storytelling, delivering authoritative, engaging content across digital, TV, and social platforms.
WHY JOIN THE TEAM
It’s an exciting time to join BBC News as we expand our presence in North America. You’ll be part of a globally respected newsroom, producing impactful journalism that reaches millions across digital, TV and radio. Based in San Francisco, you’ll work at the forefront of technology reporting, shaping stories that matter. This is your chance to collaborate with top talent, innovate in storytelling, and contribute to trusted journalism that informs audiences worldwide.
Your Key Responsibilities And Impact
Film and edit high-quality video journalism, often under tight deadlines, for BBC News’s global platforms.
Collaborate closely with the BBC’s North America Technology Correspondent, managing editorial and production demands.
Contribute fresh ideas and experiment with formats to engage diverse audiences.
Research, script, and produce clear, authoritative tech stories that resonate with general audiences.
Respond flexibly to fast-moving stories across North America, delivering trusted journalism when it matters most.
Essential Criteria
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum three years filming and editing video reports in a fast-paced news environment.
Proven ability to work solo with a correspondent, juggling multiple tasks and tight deadlines.
Strong track record in researching, scripting, editing and coordinating impactful journalism across platforms.
Skilled at simplifying complex topics and making tech stories engaging and accessible.
Brings fresh ideas, editorial judgement, and professionalism to every assignment.
Disclaimer
This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.
Please note: If you were to be offered this role, the BBC will conduct Employment screening checks which include Reference checks; Eligibility to work checks; and if applicable to the role, Safeguarding and Adverse media/Social media checks. Any offer made is conditional on these checks being satisfactory.
For any general queries, please contact: bbchr@bbc.co.uk
Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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