Senior Executive, News Operations (Production Support), 1-Year Contract
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our News Operations team within a dynamic newsroom environment. This role is ideal for a proactive, tech-savvy self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting and is curious about how emerging technologies and smarter workflows can enhance productivity across the newsroom.
You will play a key role in supporting daily production assignments and ensuring smooth editorial operations. Other than your assigned team, you will work closely with cameraperson, sound, studio and other production teams. Beyond routine coordination, you will actively contribute ideas, take ownership of ad-hoc projects, and improve processes, workflows, and overall newsroom effectiveness.
Key Responsibilities- Support editorial teams with research, scheduling, coordination, and content preparation for daily assignments
- Ensure production workflows, processes, and documentation are followed for operational efficiency
- Track editorial calendars and coordinate cross-functional projects across teams
- Monitor breaking news, trends, and developments, flagging relevant updates promptly
- Take ownership of ad-hoc projects aimed at improving newsroom operations, tools, and productivity
- Ensure the smooth day-to-day operations of the newsroom, including weekdays and weekends when required
- Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience; experience in a newsroom or media environment is a strong advantage
- Diploma or higher qualification
- Excellent command of written and spoken English
- Strong interest in news, current affairs, and emerging technologies shaping journalism
- Comfortable with digital tools and newsroom systems; able to learn new technologies quickly
- Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
- Ability to manage competing priorities, and perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- A proactive self-starter who works well independently and collaboratively
- Willingness to work or stand by on weekends or after hours when news events or deadlines require.