London-based Global Assignment Editor: News & Field Ops

CGTN; Greater London; On-site; GBP 37,007 - 51,809; Full time

Job summary

A global news organization is seeking an Assignment Editor based in Beijing. The role involves editorial judgment, creating engaging TV headlines, and managing correspondents. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in mass communication or journalism and at least three years of relevant experience. Candidates must be available for weekends and evenings. A strong interest in international affairs and multi-cultural work environments is essential.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of network newsgathering and planning experience.
• Experience working in a multi-national, multi-cultural environment.
• Available to work weekends and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Display a high level of editorial judgment and create engaging TV headlines.
• Dispatch correspondents and camera crews to global news events.
• Communicate with directors, planning and desk editors.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent oral and written English language communication skills

Ability to handle multiple breaking news stories

Education

Bachelor's degree or above in mass communication or journalism

Job description

A global news organization is seeking an Assignment Editor based in Beijing. The role involves editorial judgment, creating engaging TV headlines, and managing correspondents. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in mass communication or journalism and at least three years of relevant experience. Candidates must be available for weekends and evenings. A strong interest in international affairs and multi-cultural work environments is essential.