Reporter, Chinese Language Content, CNBC International - Fixed Term Contrac at Versant

Singapore, , Singapore -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Business Reporting, Financial Journalism, Chinese Language Proficiency, English Language Proficiency, On-Air Presentation, Analytical Writing, News Judgment, Translation, Content Production, Market Analysis, Research, Digital Media Coordination

Industry

Marketing Services

Description

Company Description VERSANT is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment - home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences. Our unique combination of content, technology and services enriches the cultural fabric, igniting passions, sparking conversations, and connecting people to what they love most. As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together powerhouse cable networks - including USA Network, CNBC, MS NOW (formerly MSNBC), Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Golf Channel - with dynamic digital and direct-to-consumer brands such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. Together, these businesses reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences across every screen and service. VERSANT is an industry-changing media company fueled by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. With a strong foundation and a forward-looking vision, VERSANT empowers creativity, embraces change, and drives connection in an ever-evolving world. CNBC INTERNATIONAL CNBC is the world’s number one business and financial news network. Its mission is to help the influential and aspirational make astute decisions to get ahead by providing live market updates, breaking news, in-depth analysis and exclusive interviews. CNBC’s vast portfolio includes CNBC.com, the online destination for global business; CNBC PRO, the network’s premium subscription service that provides real-time global market data and market analysis, as well as a growing slate of live and virtual events where consumers can experience CNBC’s award-winning journalism, live. With headquarters in New Jersey, London, Singapore, and Abu Dhabi, CNBC provides a truly global 24-hour business briefing for senior business leaders, the financial community and those with assets to invest or protect. Today the channel is available in more than 392 million homes worldwide. CNBC also boasts a growing audience across its social media and digital video platforms. Visit www.cnbc.com for more information. Job Description OVERVIEW The Reporter is an experienced news reporter/anchor who will research and pitch major business and financial news stories to our client, the business channel of a China state broadcaster. In this role, you will write in-depth analytical and balanced reports on selected topics, as well as deliver the reports on-air in Chinese language. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Research, identify and effectively pitch the latest business, finance, economy and/or markets news stories to the client on daily basis Write daily and weekly news reports on selected topics in Chinese for the client under tight deadlines Record on-camera daily reports for the client on the selected topic Record on-camera weekly reports for the client on featured business personnel of the week Produce news packages and/or feature stories for the client as required Translate all reports and packages from Chinese to English Coordinate with CNBC’s digital and social media teams to provide the client with CNBC’s digital news packages with post-editing, on ad-hoc basis Opportunity to contribute to CNBC’s digital video and digital articles Qualifications ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Extensive experience in covering global economy, business and market news. Excellent in written and spoken Chinese and English in order to transcribe notes, communicate with the core client, and present news in Chinese. Strong analytical reporting and writing skills. Excellent news judgement and high attention to detail. In-depth knowledge of business, finance, economy and/or markets. Demonstrated experience in writing accurate and balanced news reports and delivering on-air reporting under tight deadlines. Experience working for a leading business and financial news network. Develop a clear understanding of CNBC’s editorial and programming priorities, as well as client’s expectations. A flexible to working different shifts occasionally when required depending on business’ needs, including weekends. Strong team player with good communication skills. Computer literate and strong organizational skills. DESIRED ATTRIBUTES While not essential for this role, candidates with experience or proficiency in the following attributes tend to excel in this position. Five (5) or more years of business and/or financial news writing and reporting experience. Lively, engaging on-camera personality experience. The responsibilities associated with this position are not limited to the above description and may be modified at any time by the Company. Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected]. VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via-email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT's Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by VERSANT as a result of the referral or through other means. Business Segment: CNBC

Responsibilities

Research and pitch business and financial news stories to a China state broadcaster client. Write and deliver in-depth analytical reports on-air in Chinese and translate content into English.