News Assistant

at  BUSINESS NEWS ASIA LLP

NBCUNIVERSAL INTERNATIONAL

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.
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OVERVIEW

The News Assistant provides support to the show production teams assisting with cutting video, building graphics, basic segment production and guest booking. This role is ideal for candidates looking for entry into a career in journalism and TV news production with a keen interest in business, economics, and financial markets. You will also begin to learn about business and markets and the fundamentals for journalism.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to prioritise tasks to meet deadlines, effectively prioritise and manage workload independently.
• Collaborative teamwork, being able to adapt to a fast-paced newsroom and willingness to learn.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work well under pressure and tight deadlines.Fluency in English language is essential.

• Write basic scripts for TV news
• Research news stories
• Transcribe live interviews
• Build graphics using CNBC’s in-house applications and liaise with the Graphics team for guidance
• Work with video editors to cut videos to match news scripts
• Prepare elements such as video clips, lower-thirds, soundbites etc for show segments
• Efficiently manage the teleprompter for on-air talents during live programmingBeing involved in creation of show segments – share, discuss and/or pitch ideas