Job Description

OVERVIEW CNBC is seeking an enthusiastic Multimedia Journalist with a passion for visual storytelling and business news to provide five months of maternity cover for CNBC International’s digital video team. The Multimedia Journalist will be responsible for producing interesting and timely explainer-style content on the biggest stories affecting global markets. This role will be based in Singapore and will work with a global team of digital-first journalists and creatives. Here are some examples of videos our team has worked on:

• How Russia’s war exposed the dark side of luxury London
• Davos: How an elite meeting in the mountains became so divisive
• The Great Resignation has gone global – and it’s shaking up the labor market for good
• Demystifying Web3, the crypto world's bid to reshape the internet

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own video projects from end-to-end, including:
  • Researching and developing story ideas for CNBC.com and CNBC’s social platforms
  • Arranging and producing shoots
  • Presenting information and interviewing subjects on camera
  • Writing creative and well-sourced scripts
  • Editing high-quality and engaging videos
  • Distributing content for publication on CNBC.com and partner platforms
  • Keeping all stakeholders informed about responsibilities and deadlines
• Repurpose 7 to 10-minute videos into one-minute short-form content for platforms like TikTok and Instagram
• Promote videos by writing complimentary articles for CNBC.com, appearing on CNBC TV and maintaining a professional social media presence
• Collaborate with other departments to expand the CNBC brand across all platforms

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrated experience producing and editing videos for a digital news organization
• Talented and creative video editor
  • Mastery of Adobe Premiere
  • Knowledge of After Effects is a plus
• Strong, compelling writer and visual storyteller
• Advanced research and fact-checking skills
• Demonstrable organizational and time management skills and the ability to work well under deadline pressure
• Strong editorial judgement and the ability to identify stories that capture our viewers’ attention
• Broad knowledge of current events, business, financial and technology news
• Working knowledge of online publishing systems
• Strong interest in innovative video storytelling and strategic thinking around social media
• Highly collaborative and creative attitude

The responsibilities associated with this position are not limited to the above description and may be modified at any time by the Company.

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 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.

NBCUNIVERSAL INTERNATIONAL NBCUniversal is one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience. NBCUniversal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, and world-renowned theme parks.