Chinese Editor

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the editors or editor-in-chief to research and plan new articles
• Commission articles
• Liaise with team members (e.g. writers, reporters and photographers) ensuring deadlines are met
• Write and edit pieces
• Proofread and check articles for accuracy
• Suggest possible sources and improvements for pieces
• Choose supporting material, like images and illustrations
• Follow current events and developments and suggest original ideas
• Use social media and SEO to draw attention to articles
• Provide administrative support to the editors or editor-in-chief

Requirements

• Previous work experience as an assistant editor would be a bonus
• Strong writing and proofreading skills
• Experience with MS Office or other publishing tools
• Familiarity with social media platforms such as Facebook, WeChat or WeiBo
• Proficient in Chinese in order to create media content in Mandarin
• Attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Candidates with more working experience will be considered a senior role