Television Journalist

About the Organization

Operating from Doha, Qatar, Al Jazeera Network is internationally recognized for comprehensive news coverage focusing on global and regional events. The network runs several television and digital channels aimed at worldwide audiences, emphasizing investigative journalism, diverse viewpoints, and highlighting neglected stories. It upholds strong journalistic ethics, editorial independence, and high production quality. Working here offers a dynamic, multicultural workplace with opportunities for career advancement and collaboration.

Role Overview

This full-time position requires joining the team on-site in Doha as a Television Journalist. The role involves researching and proposing news stories, conducting interviews, and collecting information through both fieldwork and desk research. Key tasks include writing news scripts and copy, preparing news packages and live reports, as well as partnering with producers, editors, and camera operators to create precise and compelling television content. The journalist must stay alert to breaking news and current affairs, ensure fact verification, and comply with editorial and ethical standards. The position also entails active involvement in newsroom planning, participating in editorial discussions, and assisting with multi-platform content as necessary.

Qualifications

• Solid grounding in Broadcast Journalism and experience creating on-air reports and news packages.
• Proven skills in Journalism and writing, covering news writing, script preparation, and delivering clear and engaging stories.
• Expertise in Current Affairs with focus on regional and global politics, societal issues, and international developments.
• Strong command of English communication, both oral and written; additional language skills are beneficial.
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines, handling unfolding news and shifting editorial demands.
• Comfort and confidence appearing on camera and conducting field reporting, with excellent interview skills and cultural sensitivity.
• Experience in newsroom collaboration, showing teamwork and cross-cultural competence.
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Media Studies, or relevant equivalent experience.