News Desk (Broadcast)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession in a TV station's news program responsible for selecting news materials, writing scripts, managing broadcast progression, and coordinating teams.
Description
The Broadcast News Desk at a TV station collects and edits reported video materials and information, and creates news scripts and telops. They manage the program's broadcast progression, including timekeeping, handling emergency breaking news insertions, and coordinating with related departments. To deliver accurate and timely information to viewers, they constantly judge news priorities, lead the team, and support program production.
Future Outlook
Integration with digital media and SNS is advancing, requiring news delivery capabilities across multiple platforms. While AI-driven automation of material editing progresses, timeliness in breaking news and editing judgments rely on human experience, so desk operations are expected to become more sophisticated.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Calm and composed / Good team coordination / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
In-house production / Night and early morning shifts / Shift work / Team system
Career Path
Assistant Desk → News Desk → Chief Desk → News Producer → Programming Bureau Staff
Required Skills
Emergency Alert Response / News Script Writing / Non-linear Editing Software Operation / Telop Production / Timekeeping
Recommended Skills
Data Journalism / English / Reporting Ethics / SNS Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it requires immediate response to changes in events and flexible handling. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because misprints or content errors are not tolerated. |
| Communication Skills | Because it requires collaborating with diverse stakeholders to communicate and coordinate information. |
| Planning & Organization | Because progression management and schedule adjustments aligned with broadcast time are crucial. |
| Problem Solving | Because quick judgment is required for breaking news responses and troubleshooting. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because it involves a constant battle with time and high stress. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because close collaboration with directors, camera, and editing staff is necessary. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there is little need for specialized mathematical analysis. |
Aliases
- Broadcast News Desk
- Editing Desk
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