MediaCorp Pte Ltd. Hiring! Full Time Editorial Assistant, Karachi Bureau (Renewable 2-year contract) in - Ricebowl

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CNA is seeking a full-time Editorial Assistant at its Karachi Bureau.

The successful candidate will provide editorial support to the bureau in order to give CNA's viewers the latest news and insights behind the headlines. You will also handle all administrative matters to ensure the smooth operation of the bureau.

Responsibilities :

• Manage bureau finances and payments, file monthly expense report
• Manage legal and financial records
• Manage logistics of work trips
• Manage applications for accreditation and registration for events
• Source for filming locations and obtain permits if necessary
• Manage hiring and payment of freelancers when required
• Source for, work with vendors and contractors to get good services and prices
• Manage leave schedule and balance for all staff
• Maintain a conducive office environment
• Handle paperwork for the following in consultation with the bureau cameraman and correspondent :
• Bureau's fixed assets, fittings, office, camera and studio equipment
• Service contracts
• Research content, source for and set up interviews for news stories on request
• Assist correspondent with on-location tasks

Requirements:

• Business admin or journalism degree preferred
• Work experience in media/journalism preferred
• Minimum 3 years of related work experience
• Detail oriented and excellent organisational skills
• Ability to navigate multiple tasks simultaneously and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently
• Experience in administrative and logistic arrangement, a must
• Knowledge of basic video editing and filming, an advantage