Overnight Multi-Media Journalist Panel (E37202633832)

Temporary

Fulltime Working Hours Onsite Fully

Donnybrook, Dublin 4

Job Details

RTÉ is Ireland's national public service media organisation. We are embarking upon an ambitious and exciting 5-year transformation strategy to update the way we run the organisation. Our mission is to serve as an independent source of stories, news, information and entertainment for Ireland, reflecting the diversity of its people and providing experiences that enrich the lives of all.

This sense of purpose motivates us to deliver to the highest standards in an environment that is collaborative, supportive and engaging. Attracting and retaining the best talent is key in delivering to our audiences. We want our people to thrive in an environment that values their output.

Meet the team:

As Ireland’s national public service media organisation, RTÉ News and Current Affairs provides independent and trusted news and current affairs content across multiple platforms 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

We are looking to replenish our Overnight Multi-Media Journalist Panel to fill future vacancies, including part-time opportunities, and temporary gaps in the rosters that arise occasionally due to leave and other absences. This panel will be in place for a period of two years. 

Reporting to the Editor, Digital and Radio News, the Overnight Multi-Media Journalists work on RTÉ News Radio and Digital desks.

About the role: 
  • Responsible for overnight output on the RTÉ News app and Radio 
  • Subbing and publishing Online stories to ensure the app is updated with latest news 
  • Radio subbing work includes crafting bulletins, building stories, writing scripts 
  • On-air role involves broadcasting bulletins through the night  
  • Preparing Online and Radio content for morning audiences 
  • Based on the current roster hours worked will be 11pm to 6am
  • This overnight role includes weekend and public holiday shifts 
  • Based in the Dublin newsroom

About you: 
  • Proven track record in journalism and possess a keen news sense 
  • Sound editorial judgement and understanding of the workings of the institutions of the State 
  • A thorough knowledge of journalism guidelines, as well as legal and copyright issues surrounding news reporting  
  • Excellent script writing and sub-editing skills 
  • Attention to detail and ability to work accurately to tight deadlines  
  • Record of reporting on stories of local or national interest  
  • Have enthusiasm, flair and energy as well as familiarity in the use and needs of all media platforms  
  • Digital skills and broadcast experience are desired but not essential 
  • An aptitude for technology 
  • Possess good interpersonal, communication and organisational skills

Candidates should indicate if they have a competence to work through Irish. They should also indicate if they have a knowledge of other European languages. 

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and Curriculum Vitae outlining your skills, experience and suitability for the role. Please submit as one document when completing this online application process. 

The salary scale for Multi -Media Journalist is €47,574 to €74,811 gross per annum.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday 26th March 2026.

Cuirfear fáilte roimh iarratais ó dhaoine go bhfuil dearcadh dearfach acu i leith na Gaeilge. Applications are welcome from people who have a positive outlook to Irish.

Diversity and Inclusion are at the heart of what we do – both on-air and behind the scenes. We are committed to building a more inclusive environment and tackling under-representation while embedding inclusion at every stage of the employee journey.

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, without regard to gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, social experience, race and ethnicity, disability, civil and family status, religious belief and membership of the Traveller Community.

We are eager to provide reasonable accommodations for potential and existing employees with any kind of disability. Should you wish to request an accommodation for your interview, we encourage you to let us know when you apply.