Job Description

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• You will be responsible for the research, preparation, production and delivery of episodes for the weekly Ethiroli current affairs programme
• This will include arranging interviews, filming, editing as well as related work such as trailers and promos
• You need to work closely with the presenter for your episode, especially in scripting and filming
• You will also work with the digital desk to maximise the reach of Ethiroli through our digital and social media platforms
• Connections with key personalities and influencers within the Indian/Tamil-speaking community as well as grassroots level are valuable assets for this position
• You must be able to write in an engaging way to ensure your episode appeals to your audience
• In addition to Ethiroli episodes you may also be asked to work on other programmes produced by the Current Affairs team and the News team
• You will also be asked to work on promotional/marketing as well as ground events pertaining to the promotion of the CA programmes
• You may also be involved in projects and duties assigned by the Editor or Chief Editor
• You need to be a team player as your role requires close coordination with your fellow producers, assistant producer as well as the production team
• Basic multi-media shooting and video editing skills are useful

Qualifications:

• Degree either in Journalism, Mass Communication, Media Studies or Arts & Social Sciences
• At least 3-5 years' experience in journalism or media related fields
• Passion for and command of Tamil language both written and spoken
• You must have a strong interest in news and current affairs as well as local Indian/Tamil issues
• Working knowledge of filming and video editing software would be an added advantage

About Us:Mediacorp is Singapore's largest content creator and national media network, operating a suite of TV channels, radio stations, and multiple digital platforms. Its mission is to engage, entertain, and enrich audiences by harnessing the power of creativity.We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where talent thrives. Our hiring decisions are made based on merit and fit-to-role. If you have a disability or special need which requires accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application. We will be happy to support as necessary.Thank you for your interest and application to this role. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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