Producer, Security & Defence - Sky News

Want to do the best work of your life? Make your mark at Europe’s leading media and entertainment brand. A workplace where you can proudly be yourself; our people make Sky a truly exciting and inclusive place to work.

We have an exciting opportunity for a newsgathering Producer to work in our Security and Defence Bureau. The successful candidate will be based in London and will work with our Security and Defence Editor, Deborah Haynes.

It’s a vital role, anchored in the Sky News international team, but working across the UK operation too. The successful candidate will work as a travelling producer, with experience of hostile environments, and will have both output and digital experience.

A background in investigative journalism is welcome as is a keen interest in and knowledge of defence and security issues. Political and geopolitical awareness is crucial given the current global situation. The team has travelled to both Israel and Ukraine in recent times.

This role includes irregular hours and travel, often at short notice when reacting to breaking news and including hostile environments.

What you'll do:

• Day to day editorial leadership of the Sky News Security and Defence Bureau; playing a key influencing role with TV and digital production staff to ensure we are making the most of our content.

• Daily contact with planning and news desks to plan and execute coverage.

• Collaboration with colleagues on coverage across Sky News platforms.

• TV package, digital content, podcast, and written production.

• Investigations, contact-driven and/or drawing on open-source intelligence.

• Stay abreast of significant defence and security developments.

• Management of travel, budget and logistics.

• Investing in long form and other innovative broadcast and digital formats.

What you'll bring:

• Demonstrable experience of collaborating with colleagues in an editorial environment.

• A successful track record as a TV news field producer, including hostile environments.

• Substantial experience of digital news production and workflow, including podcasts.

• Knowledge of newsgathering through open source intelligence.

• Evidence of editorial judgement, factual accuracy, and journalistic enterprise.

• Knowledge and expertise in defence, security and geopolitics desirable.

• Excellent appreciation of the ever-changing media world and requirements of cross-platform news delivery for a range of audiences. 

• The ability to find news from a diverse range of sources.

• Strong planning, organisational and logistical skills.

• First class communication and collaboration skills.

• Strong understanding of media law and UK compliance regulations.

Sky News

At Sky News, our mission is to bring you the full story, first. We take you there, 24:7, reporting from the heart of the events changing our world. We ask the big questions of everyone, revealing what you want to know. And our style is bold and independent, giving you a fresh perspective. 

In the UK, Sky News is a compelling alternative to the public service broadcasters and opinion-driven news outlets, reaching one in three people every month. Across the world, we are one of the most-followed English language news brands on social media, bringing award-winning British journalism to a global audience. 

Sky News is part of Sky, one of Europe’s leading media and entertainment companies, owned by Comcast Corporation. 

Watch Sky News, free, wherever you get your news. 

The Rewards:

There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to #LifeAtSky: the perks. Here’s a taster:

• Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place

• The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate

• A generous pension package

• Private healthcare

• Discounted mobile and broadband

• A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences

How you'll work:

We know the world has changed, and we want to offer our employees the chance to collaborate at our unique office spaces, whilst enjoying the convenience of working from home.

We've adopted a hybrid working approach to give more flexibility on where and how we work. You'll find out more about what this means for this role during the recruitment process.

Where you’ll work:

Osterley

Our Osterley campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Chiswick Park, Gunnersbury, Acton Town and Ealing Broadway tube stations. There’s also plenty of parking, bike shelters and showers.

On campus you’ll find six subsidised restaurants and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed and even get pampered at our beauty salon.

Inclusion:

At Sky we don’t just look at your CV. We’re more focused on who you are and your potential. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working.

We are a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can.

Why wait?

Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can’t wait to hear from you.

To find out more about working with us, search #LifeAtSky on social media. A job you love to talk about.

Just so you know: if your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.