TV & Online Producer Business News – CGTN-America – Washington, DC

CGTN America is looking for a Business News TV & Online Producer in Washington D.C.

Job description:

We are now seeking a TV & Online Producer for Business News to join CGTN America. The editorial output features business and economic news including the Americas/Asia trade and investment issues with a special focus on China.

Key Responsibilities:

-Preparing reporter packages, by liaising with on-air talent to gather all needed elements for the story.

-Help research, write stories and elements that will make Global Business a more compelling show

–Be able to digest, simplify, and write about business, finance and the economy in a broadcast friendly style that will easily be understood by the lay viewer.

-Select video and soundbites to include in show to ensure consistency

-Work with graphics designers to come up with needed visual elements for stories and packages

-Edit show video on non-linear systems in an accurate and timely manner

-Pitch story ideas focusing on business, finance and the economy for broadcast

-Communicate with studio crew, and anchors on air if necessary

-Keep abreast with the latest developments in economic, finance, and business news on a daily basis.

-Field produce for reporters and presenters

-Help plan future coverage to ensure all major news events are taken into consideration

-Sometimes be required to work extended shifts depending on coverage needs

-Write and produce digital stories for CGTN’s news websites (separate from broadcast) that focus on business, finance, and economic news.

Qualifications:

-Have extensive experience in live television (preferably at an international news network)

-Able to write clear, concise and punchy TV ready scripts with little guidance

-Have a basic understanding of economic, finance and business news developments from around the globe

-Experience in digital storytelling and use of Adobe suite software (Premier, After Effects) are desired but not musts

-Have a proven track record of working with news production and has a strong journalistic background

-Can work under pressure

-Excel working with a culturally and ethnically diverse staff

-Be willing to take a writing and general business knowledge test as part of application process

EEOC

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $66,471.00 – $92,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience:

• Writing Skills: 5 years (Preferred)
• International News: 5 years (Preferred)
• Business News: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location