NYC, NY Based Correspondent

CGTN America; New York (NY); On-site; USD 156,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic NYC-based correspondent to cover breaking news and major events. This role involves researching, pitching, and reporting on significant stories, particularly those impacting North America and Asia-Pacific. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a keen interest in global affairs, especially regarding China. Join a vibrant team dedicated to delivering high-quality news coverage and make your mark in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

PTO

401k

401k Match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of on-air experience in network or major market.
• Strong oral communication and writing skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Cover breaking news and major events with a focus on North America.
• Research and pitch original story ideas for programming.

Skills

Oral Communication

Broadcast Quality Writing

News Judgement

Time Management

Multi-tasking

Education

College Degree in Mass Communications or Journalism

Job description

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Base pay range

$156,000.00/yr - $204,000.00/yr

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Job title: NYC based correspondent

Location: New York, NY

Department: News Gathering

Terms: Permanent Full time position

Salary/rate: 156k to 204k

Benefits: Health Insurance, PTO, 401k, 401k match, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

About us: MediaLinks TV, LLC provides production and administrative support for information-based companies. MediaLinks TV, LLC serves CGTN America. CGTN America is an award-winning news organization that has been recognized for its high-quality, objective news coverage and programming. CGTN America in the Washington News Bureau for China Central Television (“CCTV”), which, through a division named the China Global Television Network (“CGTN”), offers multi-language news channel that is broadcast to over 100 English speaking countries, including the United States.

About the role:

The NYC based correspondent is responsible for covering breaking news, health, business, international affairs, and major events like NPC, CPPCC, UNGA, US Elections, etc... The correspondent must maintain a keen focus on and awareness of global news events with a focus on China, North and South America.

Responsibilities:

• Keep abreast of local, national, and international news events, especially as it relates to issues influencing news events in North America, as well as in China and Asia-Pacific.
• Research, pitch, and set-up original story ideas for long and short form programming.
• Write creative and strong reports for on-air broadcast and digital platforms
• Post content on social media platforms and pitch elements for Digital
• Deliver succinct and comprehensive news packages and concise live shots.
• Strong reporting skills and ability to do lives with personality and professionalism including live interviews
• Develop and maintain relationships with news sources
• Collaborate with producers, editors, and photographers on assignments
• Communicate clearly with director, planning and desk editors on daily and future plans
• Easily adapt to other duties and responsibilities required by the Director of Newsgathering

Candidate requirements:

• College degree in mass communications or journalism preferred
• Must have at least 5+ years network or major market on-air experience
• Strong oral communication and broadcast quality writing skills
• Exemplary on-air presentation
• Exceptional organizational, time management and prioritization skills
• Strong editorial news judgement
• Able to deploy on short notice for breaking news
• Able to multi-task and handle multiple tasks
• Possess an understanding of and appreciation for a multi-national, multi-cultural work environment
• Perform well in a high pressure, deadline driven environment.
• Ability to perform daily responsibilities swiftly, accurately, and comprehensively
• Must be able to work weekends and evenings
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must submit reel with resume and supply references upon request

Desired Characteristics:

• Keen interest in China and Asia-Pacific
• International news gathering and television field experience a plus

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Production

• Industries

  Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

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