Anchor for CGTN General News
*This position is based in Beijing and is only open to foreign passport holders*
Location: Beijing, China
Full-time: 12-month renewable contract
About the jo
bThe ideal candidate has a solid background in TV journalism and a spirit for adventure. He or she will be joining CGTN at a time of major expansion. Successful candidates need to be great storytellers, have engaging live skills, and be experienced at handling breaking news. Candidates should have a high tolerance for ambiguity and be independent to thrive in a country where they likely don’t speak the language. Preferred candidates have previously lived and worked abroad
.Key Responsibilitie
s:● Work closely with the news team to develop comprehensive news coverag
e.● Host general news shows and assist in other shows as require
d.● Conduct news reports and exclusive in-field and in-studio interview
s.● Perform active live shots in the field or studio as assigned by the produce
r.● Write, voice and copy edit compelling news scripts. Film and edit news videos when neede
d.● Prepared to work irregular shifts at short notice when required to cover breaking new
s.● Support and champion all CGTN platforms and program
s.● Consistently and positively engages with the audience to increase General news social media footprin
t.● Complete other tasks assigned by superior
s.Minimum Qualificatio
ns:● Native-level English skills with a valid passpo
rt.● 5+ years as a broadcast TV news anchor. Preferred: Previous reporting/anchoring experience in China/AP
AC.● Smooth, mature, confident on-air presence with flawless segues; carry on a conversation with the viewers, find urgency in stories, and engage the audience; come prepared for show and editorial meetings with developed lead story ideas; write and edit accurate, concise, compelling copy; live shot expertise; review reporter copy for accuracy, conversational writing, and clari
ty.● Flexible, adaptable, and approachable. A reputation as a“go to”person in the newsroom; a mentor for up-and-coming journalis
ts.● Strong “in-the-field and live” skil
ls.● Experience producing and loading digital content that engages the audience and increases followe
rs.● A bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or English preferr
ed.
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to sihan.hou@cgtn.com with “General News Anchor” in the subject
line….