Video Curator, APAC Job at Bloomberg in New York

Overview
Bloomberg News is one of the biggest financial and business news organizations in the world. We lead the way in breaking news and providing analysis on financial markets, from daily coverage through to in‑depth features. We are known for our quality, accuracy and ability to deliver news investors can use. Bloomberg LP has built a significant media business spanning television, digital, magazine, radio and live event platforms across the globe. In the midst of a historic time in the media industry, Bloomberg Media is growing its global footprint and reach through new innovations from Bloomberg Originals to New Economy Forum.

We are looking for an APAC Video Curator to join Bloomberg’s newsroom. This role intersects between digital and various video teams and is responsible for making sure that the best video content from Bloomberg gains traction on and off Bloomberg platforms. A key part of the role is to be guided by analytics and what our audiences will engage with while maintaining the highest standards of global and regional news judgment, accuracy and impartiality. You will work alongside a global content production team which ensures all segments have production value, and coordinate with Asia-Pacific bureaus and teams on the best ways to package these videos in key stories, the homepages and live blogs.

Responsibilities

Monitor breaking/trending stories, then identify and commission video to embed on homepages, articles and live blogs on Bloomberg’s subscription platforms.

Thrive in a live news environment and work well under the pressure that comes with breaking news, quick deadlines and projects with multiple stakeholders

Analyze video traffic, identifying trends and turning that data into actionable information in making decisions about what videos to request and promote

Curate and optimize content from Bloomberg Television for packaging with stories, on terminal in live blogs and on Bloomberg Television’s YouTube channel

Work closely with video/content producers to contribute to the expansion of Bloomberg’s reach across platforms

Make sure video and editorial standards are of the highest quality and collaborate with Bloomberg’s Standards and Legal teams as needed

Contribute to longer-term projects such as planning for major events and come up with content and product development ideas as Bloomberg expands its audience on subscription and non-subscription platforms

Be familiar with various digital and social media platforms and what it takes for videos to succeed there including IG, YouTube, TikTok, LinkedIn and others

Be familiar with video production, video editing and TV terminology (for example, knowing basic video file formats, interview formats) in order to speak the language of teams you’re working with and adequately troubleshoot any problems that arise

Have solid news judgment and editorial knowledge to be able to produce clips for digital and social platforms as well as write headlines and social language.

Have strong communication skills and collaborate across the newsroom with producers, assignment desk editors and journalists.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

At least 5 years of newsroom experience

Experience with video production and media resource management tools

Experience with social media publishing platforms and newsroom planning tools

Fluency in written and spoken English

Flexibility working with new programs and cloud-based technology

Flexibility with hours/ability to work weekends and holidays on occasion

Demonstrated continuous career growth within an organization

If this sounds like you
Apply if you think we’re a good match. We’ll be in touch about next steps. In the meantime, you can learn more here: https://www.bloomberg.com/professional

Life and Benefits
Life at Bloomberg is many things, but it’s never dull. We’re a truly global business with a truly diverse workforce. We pride ourselves on being open, inclusive and collaborative, and provide a work environment that inspires our employees to be their best. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive healthcare coverage, and programs to support you and your family through different life stages, from parental leave to generous retirement savings plans.

Office
Hong Kong | www.bloomberg.com/hongkong

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