Senior Journalist (12 months FTC)

BBC NEWS (ASIA BUREAU) PTE LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading news organization in Singapore is seeking a Senior Journalist to manage live news broadcasts and transform stories into engaging television content. The role requires strong editorial judgment, digital news production skills, and a passion for high-quality journalism. Join a dynamic team focused on reshaping global news delivery.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in broadcast journalism.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Passion for delivering high-quality journalism.

Responsibilities

• Identify stories and transform them into television content.
• Manage live broadcasts from the production gallery.
• Contribute to digital news output and use social media.

Skills

Excellent editorial judgment

Writing and production skills

Knowledge of UK and global news

Managing live news

Video editing

Graphics creation

Live-streaming

Room management

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

As a Senior Journalist based in Singapore, you’ll be a key member of a dynamic team reshaping how BBC News connects digital and linear platforms. You’ll lead the production and delivery of live rolling news for the BBC News channel, bringing editorial excellence, creativity, and agility to our global coverage. This role demands a multiskilled journalist with strong editorial judgment and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative newsroom environment.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

Join one of the world’s most trusted news organisations, delivering breaking stories and in‑depth analysis to millions globally. The BBC’s Singapore bureau is at the heart of our international coverage, leading several hours of live output each day and reporting on major events from Asia, the UK, and beyond. We’re investing in this vibrant, high‑performing team, offering a unique opportunity to shape global news and be part of a newsroom that values excellence and innovation.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Identify compelling stories and transform them into engaging television content through scripting, video editing, graphics creation, guest booking, and presenter briefing.
• Build running orders and manage live broadcasts from the production gallery, demonstrating strong editorial judgment under pressure.
• Contribute to digital news output, using social media for newsgathering and tailoring video content for online audiences.
• Occasionally take on on‑air reporting opportunities, depending on editorial needs.
• Bring substantial experience in broadcast or multimedia journalism, along with passion, motivation, and newsroom agility.
• ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
  • Excellent editorial judgment, writing, and production skills, built on significant experience in broadcast journalism.
  • Strong knowledge of UK and global news, with the ability to identify stories suited for compelling television.
  • Proven track record in managing live and breaking news across rolling broadcasts or live blogs, under tight deadlines.
  • Skilled in digital and television news production, including video editing, graphics creation, and live‑streaming.
  • Flexible and motivated, with the ability to work varied shifts and a passion for delivering high‑quality journalism.

If you can bring some of these skills and experience, along with transferable strengths, we’d love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.