Tech Reporter, CNBC International

VERSANT (Nasdaq: VSNT) is an industry-changing media and entertainment business and home to trusted brands that shape culture, inform audiences, and build lasting connections. It operates across four core markets: political news and opinion, business news and personal finance, golf, and sports and genre entertainment. These markets are served through a powerful portfolio of iconic and innovative brands, including CNBC, MS NOW, USA Network, Golf Channel, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Versant’s sports division USA Sports, along with complementary digital assets including Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow and GolfPass.

OVERVIEW 

CNBC International is seeking a sharp and ambitious Tech Reporter to cover the fast-moving world of technology across APAC region. Based in Singapore, you will cover some of the biggest tech companies out of APAC, while also working closely with the West Coast teams on coverage of big tech companies. In this role, you will cover breaking news, authoritative analysis, and aim to land exclusive scoops from the biggest players in the region. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Write and curate CNBC International’s Beyond the Valley newsletter, providing sharp insights and analysis on the most important developments in global and regional tech.  

• Report on major themes including AI, big tech, startups, fintech, venture capital, and regulation across Europe and the Middle East.  

• Cultivate and maintain strong sources among founders, executives, investors, and policymakers with a view to deliver scoops, original, agenda-setting journalism.  

• Stay on top of fast-moving developments, ensuring CNBC is first and best with accurate, impactful coverage.  

• Contribute smart explainers, interviews, and features that bring clarity to complex tech stories and drive subscriber value.  

• Work with TV and social teams to amplify tech coverage across platforms, strengthening CNBC’s multi-platform strategy.  

• Use analytics and audience insights to shape coverage that resonates with CNBC’s global audience and supports subscription growth. 

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Proven ability to break news and develop sources within the tech sector.  

• Excellent writing skills, with the ability to make complex technology and business issues accessible and engaging.  

• Familiarity with APAC's tech ecosystem, including major companies, startups, and regulators.  

• Strong understanding of how the big players such as Meta, OpenAI etc. in the tech space and their growing influence on the world.  

• Strong news judgment, with an eye for stories that resonate with global business and investor audiences.  

• Understanding of digital publishing, newsletters, and social media best practices.  

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced newsroom and work collaboratively across teams and time zones. 

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES   

While not essential for this role, candidates with experience or proficiency in the following attributes tend to excel in this position.  

• 1-3 years of experience reporting on business or technology. 

• Enthusiasm for multiplatform work - with TV and Audience teams.  

• Passionate about exploring other writing formats including chart-driven stories and deep-dive, in-depth pieces, using graphics and data visualizations 

The responsibilities associated with this position are not limited to the above description and may be modified at any time by the Company. 

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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