Supervising/News Editor (SouthEast Asia), CNA Digital

at  Mediacorp Pte Ltd

Full Time
Middle Management
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
Singapore |
Closing On 02 Jul 2024
Hybrid

ABOUT US

Mediacorp is Singapore’s largest content creator and national media network, operating a suite of TV channels, radio stations, and multiple digital platforms. Its mission is to engage, entertain, and enrich audiences by harnessing the power of creativity.
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JOB DESCRIPTION

CNA Digital is looking for experienced editors to be part of its exciting expansion in reporting about issues and developments in Southeast Asia that will have an impact on Asia.
The successful candidate will work with or oversee a team of regional correspondents and video journalists for Digital platforms.

Responsibilities :

• Assist Deputy Chief Editor (International) in identifying and shaping top foreign stories of the day and ensuring CNA Digital stands out in its coverage of major news events
• Ensure a steady supply of original, value-added, and impactful stories from foreign correspondents that also meet the highest editorial standards
• Monitor news developments in Southeast Asia and the region, and provide prompt, concise and accurate summaries to guide editorial decisions
• Exercise sound judgment in identifying possible content from news developments that will be of interest and impact to regional readers
• Ability to put together breaking news stories or pen op-eds when called upon
• Provide suggestions in forward planning of major events, and guide foreign correspondents for assignments in the region
• Be point persons for correspondents, ensuring they are operationally ready to cover breaking news
• Hold regular discussions with correspondents, flagging any bureau issues and training needs to senior editors
• Contribute to CNA’s efforts in adopting new technology, social media tools

Candidates hired as supervising editors will be :

• work with other departments to produce cross-platform content for CNA
• identify/spearhead editorial projects that can be entered for regional/international media awards
• develop and enhance professional competence by providing feedback, guidance to HQ editorial staff and foreign correspondents

QUALIFICATIONS

Requirements :

• At least 5 years of editorial experience in covering Southeast Asia for a regional news platform
• Candidates with prior supervisory or reporting experience of covering SEA region a plus
• A news junkie with a keen interest of the news/current affairs agenda in Southeast Asia
• Outstanding editing skills, with the ability to take raw copy and turn it into clear, concise stories
• A sound understanding of geopolitical sensitivities, and awareness of potential red lines
• Working fluency in other Southeast Asian languages a plus
• An independent operator with solid inter-personal skills who can also be a strong team player
• Prior experience in working with visuals/AI/social media tools a plus
• A willingness to put in extra hours when needed, including some weekends and public holidays

SKILLS

keen interest of the news/current affairs agenda in Southeast Asia
A sound understanding of geopolitical sensitivities, and awareness of potential red lines
5 years of editorial experience in covering Southeast Asia for a regional news platfor

Responsibilities :

• Assist Deputy Chief Editor (International) in identifying and shaping top foreign stories of the day and ensuring CNA Digital stands out in its coverage of major news events
• Ensure a steady supply of original, value-added, and impactful stories from foreign correspondents that also meet the highest editorial standards
• Monitor news developments in Southeast Asia and the region, and provide prompt, concise and accurate summaries to guide editorial decisions
• Exercise sound judgment in identifying possible content from news developments that will be of interest and impact to regional readers
• Ability to put together breaking news stories or pen op-eds when called upon
• Provide suggestions in forward planning of major events, and guide foreign correspondents for assignments in the region
• Be point persons for correspondents, ensuring they are operationally ready to cover breaking news
• Hold regular discussions with correspondents, flagging any bureau issues and training needs to senior editors
• Contribute to CNA’s efforts in adopting new technology, social media tool