Associate, Multiplatform Journalist (AWANI English/International)

Astro; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Astro Malaysia is seeking a skilled journalist to report and produce stories for our English-language digital and broadcast platforms from our Kuala Lumpur newsroom. You will research, interview, and write compelling content, then verify facts and adapt stories for multiple channels.

You should have 1–3 years in media, excellent English, and a willingness to work on tight deadlines. Bahasa Malaysia is a plus, and you will collaborate across teams on fast-paced assignments.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of media experience with a strong interest in regional and global developments.
• Excellent written and spoken English; Bahasa Malaysia is a plus.
• Thrives in a fast-paced newsroom and works well under deadlines.
• Creative, collaborative, and eager to develop new storytelling skills.

Responsibilities

• Report and produce stories for Astro AWANI’s English-language platforms.
• Develop original ideas focused on regional and international affairs relevant to Malaysia.
• Research, interview sources, write and revise articles and scripts to editorial standards.
• Check facts, verify material sourced online, and meet deadlines with editors.
• Capture photographs and shoot video; assist with video editing for broadcast and social media.
• Adapt stories for different platforms, write headlines and captions, and publish content.
• Use audience data to improve story selection and engagement; support breaking news.
• Be available for shifts, weekends, and high-pressure coverage.

Skills

News reporting

Story writing

Interviewing

Fact-checking

Video editing

Social media publishing

Tools

Video editing software

Job description

WHY JOIN US?We practice a vibrant & energetic office culture.We provide opportunities for career advancement within the company.Good performance is always rewarded accordingly.“It's our people that make Astro Malaysia’s leading entertainment company. We are an inclusive employer, to enable everyone at Astro to be their best. We embrace differences – we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products/services and our community. We also understand and appreciate that diversity is a driver of creativity and innovation, which will make our business more competitive, compelling and profitable.”JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Key responsibilities:Report and produce stories for Astro AWANI’s English-language digital and social media platforms.Follow news assignments and develop original story ideas, with a focus on regional and international affairs and their relevance to Malaysia.Research stories, conduct interviews and build a network of sources.Write and revise articles and scripts to meet editorial standards. Check facts and verify material sourced online before publication.Work with editors and fellow reporters to meet deadlines and respond to breaking news.Take photographs and shoot video when needed. Edit or assist with video editing for broadcast and social media.Select appropriate visuals, taking care with sensitive material.Adapt stories for different platforms, including writing headlines and social media captions.Upload and publish content across web and mobile platforms, and support live streams when required.Use audience data and feedback to improve story selection, presentation and engagement, contributing to audience growth across platforms, including website page views and unique visitors.Be available for shifts, weekend work and breaking news coverage, as required.REQUIREMENTS:Candidate requirements:A journalist with 1 to 3 years of media experience and a strong interest in regional affairs and global developments.Excellent written and spoken English. Proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia is an advantage.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced newsroom, take initiative and adapt quickly to changing priorities.A creative and collaborative approach to journalism, with a willingness to contribute ideas and work across teams.A growth mindset, with a commitment to developing new skills and expanding storytelling capabilities.LocationThis position is based in Kuala Lumpur. Applicants must be able to work from our Kuala Lumpur newsroom.