Real-Time News Production Editor (SEO & Layout)

South China Morning Post Publishers Ltd

Hong Kong

On-site

HKD 300,000 - 540,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The South China Morning Post Publishers Ltd is seeking editors for the Hong Kong desk production editing team. You will craft SEO-friendly headlines, ensure compelling visuals, and use analytics to time stories for a global audience.

The role requires editing, fact-checking and polishing copy to uphold the SCMP house style, with strong English subbing and attention to detail. Ideal candidates bring at least 4 years in real-time online news, are tech-savvy with backend systems, and understand

Qualifications

Minimum 4 years of experience in a real-time online news operation, wire service or a newspaper.
Tech-savvy and able to handle different communication channels and backend systems.
Capable of turning around raw copy quickly with contributors whose first language may not be English.
Awareness of media law and legal dangers, and of social media as a news dissemination tool.
Strong familiarity with mainland China/Asia context in news, including economy, politics and finance.
Excellent English subbing skills and zero tolerance for grammatical errors, spelling and structure.
Chinese-language skills are an advantage.

Responsibilities

Craft top-quality search engine optimised headlines, subheads, and captions for pictures and graphics.
Ensure all stories have accurate and eye-catching visual elements.
Use analytical tools to ensure stories are delivered at the right time and to the right audience.
Develop organisational skills to manage web layout.
Edit, fact-check, rewrite and polish copy to meet house style and be accurate, readable and engaging.