Job Vacancies: News Editor and Program Writers for Asia Today (CCTV News - Beijing)

04 March 2013
Job Vacancies: News Editor and Program Writers for Asia Today (CCTV News - Beijing)
CCTVNEWS, China’s 24-hour international English-language TV news channel, is recruiting.

With 100 experienced reporters and correspondents and three major news centers around the world, CCTVNEWS is an emerging force in global news. Join us in our new state-of-the-art broadcast center in the heart of Beijing – one of the world’s liveliest capital cities.

We want to hear from experienced TV professionals who want to grow their careers as we grow the channel. No beginners please.

NEWS EDITOR AND PROGRAM WRITERS:

Daily news program focusing on key developments across the Asian continent. We are looking for Asia specialists who have a good understanding of issues across Asia.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  • Writing, producing and editing clear, incisive and relevant supporting news packages
  • Planning future coverage
  • Pitching and researching ideas, discussion topics and guests
  • Finding and booking guests
  • Copy-editing scripts written by Chinese writers and anchors and recording voice-overs when necessary
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
  • Native English speaker
  • University bachelor degree or above
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience working in the media industry
  • Excellent writing skills for television news
  • Good broadcast voice
To apply, please send a CV stating the position you are applying for and work samples and supporting documentation/show-reel.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

For queries/ submissions: jobs@cctv.com

Website: http://www.cctv.com/
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