Broadcast Journalist (Miri)

• Generating ideas for stories and features and following leads from news agencies, the police, the public, press conferences and other sources and pitching ideas to Editors; • To prepare special reports to be submitted to Editors; • Researching, verifying, and collating evidence and information to support a story using relevant information sources such as the internet, archives, databases, etc; • Writing scripts for bulletins, headlines, and reports; • Selecting appropriate locations, pictures and sound and exercising editorial judgement on the best angle from which to approach a story; • Identifying necessary resources and deploying and managing technical crews for location shoots, including sound operators and camera crew; • Using portable digital video (DV) cameras and other equipment to record material; • Work to strict deadlines and need to react as and when a story break. The work sometimes involves interacting with people at moments of crisis or tragedy, which can be emotionally challenging; • Present news stories with poise and professionalism on camera, either live or pre-recorded; • Serve as an anchor for news programs, guiding the flow of news stories and segments; • Prepare and deliver scripted and ad-libbed content with confidence and accuracy;

• A Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Communications, or equivalent; • Proven experience as a reporter, news anchor, or broadcast journalist; and knowledgable in media law and journalistic ethics; • Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong on-camera presence and public speaking abilities; • Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as news coverage requires; • Stay updated on current events and industry trends; • Demonstrated ability to perform under tight deadlines and in high-pressure situations.