Video Journalist/Producer, BT Global (1-year contract), Singapore

About Us SPH Media's mission is to be the trusted source of news and lifestyle content in Singapore and Asia. One of our core purposes is to produce credible, balanced, and objective news and analysis, always with a view to uphold the public good and fostering an informed, engaged citizenry. We welcome talented individuals to join us and grow a career in a vibrant and collaborative environment built around a culture of respect and inclusivity. As an employer, we are committed to rewarding our people fairly and developing them in their careers.
About the Role The Business Times is looking for a Video Journalist/Producer. The candidate will join BT's video team, working closely with the editorial team and journalists to produce digital content that drives subscriptions and brand awareness across all our social media platforms and channels.
He/she should be a digital native with a strong interest in business and finance news and trends, experience covering South-east Asian markets and countries, and a good understanding of how to create fresh, engaging content that resonates and connects the dots.
Roles & Responsibilities Write, script and film social video content for the newsroom, such as interviews, explainers, short documentaries, company profiles and branded content Conceptualise briefs and proposals for branded and sponsorship content Collaborate closely with journalists to ensure videos align with editorial direction Work with Head of Video to plan and execute video ideas Coordinate and manage external vendors for video projects Manage workflow, processes and communication channels with all internal and external parties Propose creative ideas and formats for content and audience engagement Mentor and guide junior team members in their field of expertise, e.g. post production
Job Requirements 5+ years of experience in a writing, content or video production role Experienced in scripting, pre-production, filming & post-production Intermediate videography and video editing skills, knowledge in Adobe Premiere Pro is a plus Good communication skills, independent, initiative-driven and willing to learn Experience in a newsroom or media publication covering business news Experience in covering stories and markets in South-east Asia Keen interest in business, finance, markets and geopolitics Must be fluent in written and spoken English
All applicants with relevant experience are welcome to apply.