Programme Reporter, Newstalk

About Bauer Media Audio Ireland

Bauer Media Audio Ireland is Ireland’s premier media company and the home of some of Europe’s leading commercial media brands. Bauer Media Audio Ireland owns and operates a portfolio of media channels with a strong focus on commercial radio and emerging digital media.

The company maintains some of the largest independent radio networks in Ireland and it continues to be one of the fastest-growing radio networks in the world.

Our brands include Newstalk, Today FM, 98FM, Spin, Spin South West, Off The Ball, Red FM, iRadio, Beat, Media Central and Go Loud along with Ireland’s largest digital audio platform, audioXi

Newstalk is home to Ireland’s Conversation that Counts with a weekly reach of 849,000 people across 26 counties. Newstalk continues to grow its audience each year and is known across the nation as the independent voice of Ireland, boasting a strong line-up of Ireland’s leading broadcasters and delivering Conversation That Counts.

Newstalk is also one of the most respected media brands in the country, having a track record for engaging content and campaigns that have helped to grow our reputation and our listenership.

About the Role 

This exciting position will see you report into programmes across the Newstalk schedule, working with some of the biggest names in Irish media from Claire Byrne to Pat Kenny to Anton Savage.

As programme reporter, you will pitch, develop, produce and deliver outstanding reports from across the country that will see you cover everything from protests to days at the beach. You will be tasked with finding unique voices, be they men and women on the street, a parent with an extraordinary story or a voice who needs the courage and space to highlight an injustice. You will be comfortable delivering live reports in studio or from out and about on location, as well as being adept at filing a self-contained package report.

While reporting on air will be the cornerstone of this role, an ability to produce content for our large online audiences is also key.

This rare opportunity will appeal to a creative individual who is a hard worker and loves to make connections.

What You'll Do: 

• Develop and plan innovative and creative content ideas that can be executed on air and online
• React quickly to breaking news when required. Quick turnarounds are a part of the normal working day in daily radio.
• Record and edit audio in studio and on location.
• Be proficient in the use of social media to deliver digital video reports which enhance our brand reach and increase the digital audience and engagement levels.
• Adapt to change that benefits the company, be open to new ideas, take on new responsibilities, handle pressure and adjust plans to meet changing needs.
• Communicate well both verbally and in writing, promptly share information and ideas with others throughout the organisation as appropriate and demonstrate active listening skills.
• Possess the ability to plan, manage and execute several report ideas at any one time and deliver to tight schedules.
• Create compelling video content for digital and social media channels.

If you meet the following criteria, you might be the right person for the job: 

• At least 3 years’ experience working in an on-air capacity in broadcast media.
• Strong understanding and knowledge of a range of topics from politics and current affairs to societal issues and entertainment and the issues that matter to the country.
• Ability to work well with others and thrive in a group working environment. Be open to feedback.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills, multi-tasking skills, and a keen attention to detail.
• An ability to self-shoot, edit and publish digital video reports.
•  A multi-tasker with strong planning and organisational skills.
• A self-starter who is full of ideas, works well under pressure and can work to deadlines.
• Strong understanding of libel and defamation laws.

Desirable:

• Irish language proficiency
• A full driver’s licence
• An immediate start is preferred for this position.

If this sounds like the dream job for you, please apply below and include an mp3 demo of up to 10 minutes of your on-air work. The demo should be a compilation that reflects the variety of your on-air work. Applications without a demo will not be considered.

Please note: A panel for future similar vacancies may be created from this position. The closing date for applications is Monday, the 8th June 2026.

What You'll Get:

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Factors taken into account in determining an appropriate scale include the candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications relevant to the job.

Bauer Media Audio Ireland operates the following benefits for its employees:

• 23 days annual leave including Good Friday & Christmas Eve (25 in total)
• Contributory pension scheme to support your long-term financial wellbeing
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Life cover (4 times your salary)
• Paid sick leave - up to 20 days
• Access (free) to Group account with Webdoctor www.webdoctor.ie
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wide range of learning opportunities to support with your Career Development with access to Learning and Development with Bauer Academy and Learning Waves www.learningwaves.ie
• Flexible and Hybrid Working (for relevant roles)
• Group Discount on Laya Healthcare
• HSF Healthcare – we fund a health cash back plan for your day-to-day medical expenses.
• Bike to Work Scheme and Annual Tax Saver Scheme

Bauer Media Audio Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, disability, age, gender expression or sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partnership status or culture. Bauer Media Audio Ireland is committed, where possible, to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

To discuss the requirements of the role, the location of the role or any reasonable accommodation you might require, please contact a member of the HR team via careers@bauermedia.ie

All documentation received by Bauer Media Audio Ireland will be processed in accordance with the Data Protection Acts, 1988 and 2003 General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR; 2018). The information will only be used by BMAI in the processing of job applications and for ongoing administrative purposes with job candidates.

If you have any feedback regarding our recruitment process, please email careers@bauermedia.ie we would love to hear from you.

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