News Anchor

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

\n 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

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\n Key Responsibilitie

s:%CF; Work closely with the news team to develop comprehensive news coverag

e.%CF; Host general news shows and assist in other shows as require

d.%CF; Conduct news reports and exclusive in-field and in-studio interview

s.%CF; Perform active live shots in the field or studio as assigned by the produce

r.%CF; Write, voice and copy edit compelling news scripts. Film and edit news videos when neede

d.%CF; Prepared to work irregular shifts at short notice when required to cover breaking new

s.%CF; Support and champion all CGTN platforms and program

s.%CF; Consistently and positively engages with the audience to increase General news social media footprin

t.%CF; Complete other tasks assigned by superior

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\n Minimum Qualificatio

ns:%CF; Native-level English skills with a valid passpo

rt.%CF; 5+ years as a broadcast TV news anchor. Preferred: Previous reporting/anchoring experience in China/AP

AC.%CF; 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.%CF; Flexible, adaptable, and approachable. A reputation as a“go to”person in the newsroom; a mentor for up-and-coming journalis

ts.%CF; Strong "in-the-field and live" skil

ls.%CF; Experience producing and loading digital content that engages the audience and increases followe

rs.%CF; A bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or English preferr

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\n To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected] with “General News Anchor” in the subject