Assignment Editor

CGTN; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Assignment Editor to join their dynamic team. In this full-time role, you will leverage your editorial judgment and writing skills to create compelling news packages. Your expertise in international affairs will guide you in identifying and developing stories that resonate globally. You will work closely with correspondents and camera crews, ensuring seamless coverage of breaking news events. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with diverse cultures and perspectives, particularly focusing on China, the Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East. If you thrive in a fast-paced newsroom environment and are passionate about journalism, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in network newsgathering and planning.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and edit current affairs news packages ensuring quality.
• Communicate with directors and manage logistics for correspondents.

Skills

Editorial Judgment

On Demand Writing

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Understanding of International Affairs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication or Journalism

Job description

*This position is based in Beijing and only open to foreign passport holders*

Full time, 12-month renewable contract

ABOUT THE JOB

As an Assignment Editor, you will be expected to display a high level of editorial judgment, flawless “on demand” writing, and a knack for creating TV headlines. Based on a strong grasp of international affairs, you will identify, develop, edit and execute current affairs news packages, ensuring that they are error-free, engaging and world-class.

You will be expected to possess a clear understanding of TV and digital news production including operational techniques. You will also dispatch correspondents and camera crews to the scene of global news events, working on story development and helping with field production as needed.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Communicating with directors, planning and desk editors
2. Handling logistics for correspondents, including travel, accreditation and visas
3. Tracking correspondents’ assignments, shooting and delivery schedules
4. Developing a close familiarity with issues and personalities influencing news events
5. Planning short- and long-term global news coverage
6. Handling multiple breaking news stories in a fast-paced network newsroom environment

ABOUT YOU

1. Bachelor's degree or above, preferably in mass communication or journalism
2. At least 3 years of network newsgathering and planning experience
3. Strong organizational skills
4. Excellent oral and written English language communication skills
5. A keen interest in China, the Asia-Pacific and the Middle East
6. Experience of working in a multi-national, multi-cultural environment
7. Available to work weekends and evenings

Please apply by sending a CV, including your current and expected salary, along with any relevant work samples, by e-mail to: [e-mail].