News Anchor

4 weeks ago


Greater London, United Kingdom CGTN Full time

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 job

The 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 Responsibilities:

● Work closely with the news team to develop comprehensive news coverage.

● Host general news shows and assist in other shows as required.

● Conduct news reports and exclusive in-field and in-studio interviews.

● Perform active live shots in the field or studio as assigned by the producer.

● Write, voice and copy edit compelling news scripts. Film and edit news videos when needed.

● Prepared to work irregular shifts at short notice when required to cover breaking news.

● Support and champion all CGTN platforms and programs.

● Consistently and positively engages with the audience to increase General news social media footprint.

● Complete other tasks assigned by superiors.


Minimum Qualifications:

● Native-level English skills with a valid passport.

● 5+ years as a broadcast TV news anchor. Preferred: Previous reporting/anchoring experience in China/APAC.

● 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 clarity.

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

● Strong "in-the-field and live" skills.

● Experience producing and loading digital content that engages the audience and increases followers.

● A bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or English preferred.



To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to sihan.hou@cgtn.com with “General News Anchor” in the subject line.


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