Copy Editor (Global Weekly)

China Daily Hong Kong Limited; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent media organization in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced copy editor with a minimum of 5 years in journalism or media communication. The ideal candidate will possess strong editing skills, be able to produce catchy headlines, and have a good understanding of the Chinese Mainland and Asia Pacific. The position offers an attractive salary and comprehensive medical benefits, making it an ideal opportunity for those looking to advance their career in media.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Comprehensive medical benefits

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of copy editing experience with an English newspaper or magazine.
• Ability to write succinct and catchy headlines and captions.
• Good working knowledge of Chinese Mainland and Asia Pacific.

Skills

Copy editing

Strong editing skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Research distillation

Education

University graduate in journalism or media communication

Job description

Launched in 1997, the China Daily Hong Kong Edition offers a unique local perspective that has become essential reading for decision‑makers, including HKSAR government officials, CEOs and senior executives, scholars and academics in Hong Kong and Macau.

The China Daily Hong Kong Edition is recognized by both the newspaper industry and readers for its exceptional journalism and outstanding reporting. China Daily was a frequent winner at the most recent “Hong Kong News Awards” organized by the Newspaper Society of Hong Kong. Since 2010, The Hong Kong Edition has been honored every year at the “Hong Kong News Awards”, winning a current total of 142 awards.

In order to manage the development and its integrated revenue growth across China Daily media products, we are now looking for qualified candidates in Hong Kong to fill the following position:

Requirements

• University graduate, preferably in journalism or media communication
• Have at least 5 years copy editing experience with an English newspaper or magazine
• Have strong editing skills, including rewriting copy when needed
• Be able to write succinct and catchy headlines and captions
• Possess a good working knowledge of Chinese Mainland and Asia Pacific
• Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrable track record of enterprise journalism, who are able to distill research into well‑framed stories with strong compelling leads
• Pleasant personality, energetic and good interpersonal skills
• Possess leadership skills and be a good team player

We offer successful candidates attractive salary and comprehensive medical benefits. Interested parties should email full resume, references and expected salary to our human resources department or via clicking the “Quick Apply” button. (Data collected would be used for recruitment purpose only)

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Hong Kong?
• What’s your expected monthly basic salary?
• Are you willing to undergo a pre‑employment background check?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• Are you willing to undergo a pre‑employment medical check?