Freelance Media Analyst — Trends, Sentiment & Insight

Tirta Data Strategis; Jakarta Utara; On-site; IDR 89,280,000 - 167,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Tirta Data Strategis is seeking a dedicated Media Analyst to monitor and interpret traditional and digital media, turning trends and insights into evidence-based, actionable analyses for public discourse.

You will cover local and international media, identify evolving narratives across politics, economics, policy, business, tech, and society, and produce concise reports to support stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communication, Journalism, Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy, Law or related disciplines.
• 2-5 years of experience in media analysis, journalism, policy research, strategic communications, content research or similar analytical roles.
• Strong understanding of Indonesian and international media landscapes.
• Excellent analytical thinking and research skills with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent writing and communication skills in both Bahasa Indonesia and English.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze news coverage from local and international media outlets.
• Identify emerging issues, long-term trends, and key narratives across politics, economics, public policy, business, technology, and social issues.
• Conduct media monitoring across print, online, broadcast, and social media platforms.
• Prepare concise, objective, and data-driven media analyses and reports.
• Identify relevant public discussions and report significant developments in a timely manner.
• Conduct fact-checking and verify information using credible sources such as government publications, official reports, academic journals, and trusted databases.
• Collaborate with the design and content teams to ensure analytical findings are communicated effectively.
• Support public opinion and communication research by providing media insights and environmental analyses.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Research skills

Attention to detail

Writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communication, Journalism, Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy, Law

Job description

Tirta Data Strategis is seeking a dedicated Media Analyst to monitor and interpret traditional and digital media, turning trends and insights into evidence-based, actionable analyses for public discourse.

You will cover local and international media, identify evolving narratives across politics, economics, policy, business, tech, and society, and produce concise reports to support stakeholder engagement.