Production Editor, Business

scmp; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

SCMP's Business desk in Hong Kong seeks an experienced editor to oversee copy accuracy, lead editing and fact-checking, and add value with media and SEO analytics.

You will manage writers, designers and staff, ensure deadlines, distill material into compelling stories, and drive SEO headlines to boost traffic.

Applicants should have 8+ years in real‑time online news operations and a strong command of English writing.

Qualifications

• Degree or above in Journalism, Communication, Language or related disciplines.
• 8+ years in real-time online news operation, wire service or newspaper production.
• Management experience desirable.
• Excellent news judgment and clear concise communication.
• Strong understanding of Hong Kong regional and international news.
• Demonstrate deep knowledge in chosen specialist area.
• Meticulous with facts and able to work under tight deadlines.
• Top-notch English writing style with imaginative copy and ideas.
• Ability to craft SEO headlines and social headlines to boost traffic.
• Self-starter with initiative and prioritization.
• Page layout experience and knowledge of online production systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accuracy of copy. Ensure copy is error‑free, check facts, and be mindful of potential legal concerns.
• Manage copy improvements through careful editing, rewriting and grammar checking.
• Add value to copy through additional media and eye‑catching visual elements.
• Distill large volume of gathered story materials into good stories.
• Ensure output deadlines are met. Turn around raw copy fast when needed.
• Manage assignment scheduling, maintaining a steady flow of pages to avoid bottlenecks.
• Create and source engaging, reliable and shareable content.
• Collaborate closely with writers, graphic designers and other staff.

Education

Degree in Journalism / Communication / Language

Tools

Online production systems

Job description

About the Team:

The SCMP Business desk covers a wide range of business themes across Asia, focusing on Mainland China and Hong Kong: banking and finance, the business of climate change, markets, the metaverse, industries, real estate, technology. The team has reporters in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen and Hong Kong

Purpose of the Position:

• Oversee accuracy and improvement of copy through editing, rewriting and fact checking.
• Add value to copy through additional media and SEO analytics.
• Lead team and projects and cross functional collaboration.

In this role, you will:

• Oversee accuracy of copy. Ensure copy is error‑free, check facts, and be mindful of potential legal concerns.
• Manage copy improvements through careful editing, rewriting and grammar checking.
• Add value to copy through additional media and eye‑catching visual elements.
• Distill large volume of gathered story materials into good stories.
• Ensure output deadlines are met. Capable of turning around raw copy fast when needed.
• Manage assignment scheduling, maintaining a steady flow of pages to avoid creating bottlenecks.
• Create and source engaging, reliable and shareable content.
• Collaborate closely with writers, graphic designers and other members of staff.

Skills and Experience that will lead to success:

• Degree or above in Journalism, Communication, Language or related disciplines.
• At least 8 years relevant experience in real‑time online news operation, wire service, newspaper, or newspaper production.
• Management experience desirable.
• Excellent news judgment and the ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Good understanding of Hong Kong, the region, and international.
• Demonstrate deep knowledge in chosen specialist area.
• Must be meticulous with facts, able to work under tight deadline pressures.
• Top notch English writing style. Imaginative flair for engaging copy and generating ideas.
• Ability to craft SEO heads and social media headlines that will boost traffic.
• Self‑starter with initiative and ability to anticipate problems and prioritize tasks.
• Page layout experience and knowledge of online production systems desirable.

Work location will be at Hong Kong office.

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