Journalist, Tamil News

Fresher

Job Description

Responsibilities

You will be part of the News team that produces the daily news bulletins across all platforms
As a reporter, you will be given assignments to cover. These will cover a range of areas, including events focusing on the Indian and Tamil-speaking community. The roles involves research, scripting, interviewing, filming, editing and packaging stories for the TV bulletin. You will also be required to file stories for radio and digital/social platforms
As you hone your reporting skills, you will be working on your self-initiated stories
You will also be on the editing team to write stories and cut visuals for the TV bulletin
You must understand the role of Tamil News in the wider community
You must be able to write fast and in an engaging fashion to ensure our content appeals to our audience
You may also be involved in projects and duties assigned by the Chief Editor

Qualifications

Good university degree or polytechnic diploma
A keen news sense and a strong interest in local and international news as well as current affairs
Have a good command of Tamil, both written and spoken
Connections with key personalities and influencers within the Indian/Tamil-speaking community are valuable assets for this position
Uphold and maintain high standards of accuracy, objectivity and timelines
Be a team player as your role requires close coordination with newsroom colleagues as others across Mediacorp
Basic filming and video editing skills are a plus
A dynamic individual who is a team player with good communication and interpersonal skills
You will be rostered for duties which will also include shifts and work during public holidays and weekends