Global News Correspondent — Washington, DC

CGTN America; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO

401k

401k match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

CGTN America is seeking a correspondent based in Washington, DC to cover breaking news and major events. The role requires over 5 years of on-air experience, strong communication and writing skills, and a keen understanding of both local and international news, particularly concerning China and the Americas. Candidates must have a college degree and unrestricted work authorization to work in the US. The position may require working evenings and weekends, and offers a range of benefits including health insurance and 401(k).

Qualifications

• 5+ years network or major market on-air experience.
• Exemplary on-air presentation.
• Strong ability to write and communicate creatively.

Responsibilities

• Cover breaking news, politics, health, business, and international affairs.
• Research and pitch story ideas for programming.
• Write reports for on-air broadcast and digital platforms.
• Post content on social media.
• Deliver news packages and conduct live shots.

Skills

Strong oral communication

Broadcast quality writing

Organizational skills

Time management

Editorial news judgement

Interest in China and Asia-Pacific

Education

College degree in mass communications or journalism

Job description

CGTN America is seeking a correspondent based in Washington, DC to cover breaking news and major events. The role requires over 5 years of on-air experience, strong communication and writing skills, and a keen understanding of both local and international news, particularly concerning China and the Americas. Candidates must have a college degree and unrestricted work authorization to work in the US. The position may require working evenings and weekends, and offers a range of benefits including health insurance and 401(k).