United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM) Is Hiring An International Multimedia Journalist

Join Our Team as an International Multimedia Journalist - IV (Team Lead) (Mandarin) 🎙️🌐

Become a vital part of a global media organization dedicated to informing, engaging, and connecting audiences worldwide through diverse multimedia platforms.

Position Overview

As a Team Lead, you'll oversee the production of news and feature content, manage team members, and contribute to a variety of multimedia projects for broadcasts, web, and social media. Your role involves leadership, content creation, technical execution, and strategic input to ensure high-quality storytelling in Mandarin.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Coordination
  • Assign work and coach team members
  • Report on team performance to management
  • Facilitate teamwork and support colleagues as needed
• Content Creation & Production
  • Write, produce, and develop news and feature stories for broadcast, web, and social media
  • Serve as a line producer during programs, managing timing and story order
  • Voice material during broadcasts, including content prepared by others
  • Contribute to production elements, including editing taped material
• Editing & Content Management
  • Edit and approve copy and content prepared by others
  • Translate content between English and Mandarin as assigned
  • Adapt and version content for various audiences and platforms
• Technical & Creative Contributions
  • Operate broadcasting and recording equipment
  • Serve as a videographer or program host as assigned
  • Contribute to show development and special programming
  • Make suggestions for policy and workflow improvements
• Additional Duties
  • Log data and manage digital assets
  • Perform data entry and related functions
  • Stay aligned with VOA standards for quality and deadlines
  • Support the creation of innovative multimedia content and strategies

Qualifications & Skills

• Fluency in Mandarin (spoken and written) and proficient in English
• Deep understanding of the target region and cultural context
• Strong journalism, storytelling, and editing skills
• Formal education or specialized knowledge in relevant fields
• Experience in broadcasting, web content, and social media
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Technical proficiency with broadcasting equipment and digital asset management systems

Additional Information

This role is a personal services contractor position with VOA News, offering benefits such as health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, sick leave, and performance bonuses. All candidates must pass a comprehensive background check and be U.S. citizens, in accordance with applicable laws.

About Us

The United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM) is a dynamic, multi-cultural, global broadcaster committed to promoting freedom and democracy through independent journalism. Our trusted networks include Voice of America, Radio Marti, Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, Alhurra TV, Radio Sawa, and Radio Free Asia, reaching over 278 million people weekly in more than 60 languages across radio, TV, Internet, and social media platforms.