News Anchor

Job description

Anchor for CGTN General News

*This position is based in Beijing and is only open to foreign passport holders*

Location: Beijing, China

Full-time: 12-month renewable contract

About the jo

bThe ideal candidate has a solid background in TV journalism and a spirit for adventure. He or she will be joining CGTN at a time of major expansion. Successful candidates need to be great storytellers, have engaging live skills, and be experienced at handling breaking news. Candidates should have a high tolerance for ambiguity and be independent to thrive in a country where they likely don't speak the language. Preferred candidates have previously lived and worked abroad

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Key Responsibilitie

s:● Work closely with the news team to develop comprehensive news coverag

e.● Host general news shows and assist in other shows as require

d.● Conduct news reports and exclusive in-field and in-studio interview

s.● Perform active live shots in the field or studio as assigned by the produce

r.● Write, voice and copy edit compelling news scripts. Film and edit news videos when neede

d.● Prepared to work irregular shifts at short notice when required to cover breaking new

s.● Support and champion all CGTN platforms and program

s.● Consistently and positively engages with the audience to increase General news social media footprin

t.● Complete other tasks assigned by superior

s.
Minimum Qualificatio

ns:● Native-level English skills with a valid passpo

rt.● 5+ years as a broadcast TV news anchor. Preferred: Previous reporting/anchoring experience in China/AP

AC.● Smooth, mature, confident on-air presence with flawless segues; carry on a conversation with the viewers, find urgency in stories, and engage the audience; come prepared for show and editorial meetings with developed lead story ideas; write and edit accurate, concise, compelling copy; live shot expertise; review reporter copy for accuracy, conversational writing, and clari

ty.● Flexible, adaptable, and approachable. A reputation as a“go to”person in the newsroom; a mentor for up-and-coming journalis

ts.● Strong "in-the-field and live" skil

ls.● Experience producing and loading digital content that engages the audience and increases followe

rs.● A bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or English preferr

ed.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to sihan.hou@cgtn.com with “General News Anchor” in the subject

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Greater London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

20-08-2026

Profession type

Sport / Adventure

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English