Journalist - Social Media Coordinator

Star Media Group Berhad; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 28,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Phone allowance

Health & dental coverage

Staff discounts

In-house cafeteria

Training & development

Prime location near MRT

Job summary

Star Media Group Berhad is seeking a Journalist (Social Media Coordinator) to transform breaking headlines into viral, thumb-stopping content across all social platforms. You will lead content creation, collaborate with Editorial and Marketing, and engage readers to grow our online community.

With 2-3 years in journalism and social media, you’ll use FB Creator Studio, Hootsuite, Google Workspace, and Canva to craft captions, edit videos and images, and optimize campaigns for maximum reach.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years in journalism and social media management.
• Proficiency in FB Creator Studio / Hootsuite and Google Workspace.
• Creative eye with Canva and video/image editing experience.
• Familiarity with Facebook Ad Manager is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Content Creation: Craft captions and upload multimedia-rich content (articles, infographics, videos, polls) to drive engagement.
• Campaign Collaboration: Partner with Editorial and Marketing to share campaigns and news updates on time.
• Community Management: Engage with readers, manage branded content requests, and run promotions to grow the community.
• Analytics & Reporting: Track reach and growth using tools like FB Creator Studio and HootSuite to measure impact.

Skills

Journalism

Social media management

Analytics

Tools

FB Creator Studio

Hootsuite

Google Workspace

Canva

Video editing software

Facebook Ad Manager

Job description

Join the Pulse of the Nation: Journalist (Social Media Coordinator)

Are you a news junkie who lives for the 'likes', 'shares', and 'saves'? We are looking for a Journalist (Social Media Coordinator) to join our digital frontlines at Star Media Group. You’ll be the voice behind Malaysia’s trusted news source, transforming breaking headlines into viral, thumb-stopping content across all our social platforms.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Content Creation: Craft snappy captions and upload multimedia-rich content (articles, infographics, videos, and polls) that drive engagement.
• Campaign Collaboration: Partner with our Editorial and Marketing teams to ensure our campaigns and news updates are shared perfectly and on time.
• Community Management: Engage with our readers, manage branded content requests, and run exciting promotions to grow our community.
• Analytics & Reporting: Track reach and growth using tools like FB Creator Studio and HootSuite to see the impact of your work.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Experience: 2 - 3 years in journalism and social media management.
• Tech Savvy: Proficiency in FB Creator Studio/HootSuite and a solid handle on Google Workspace.
• Design & Edit: A creative eye with experience in Canva, graphic design, and video/image editing software.
• Ad Strategy: Familiarity with Facebook Ad Manager is a major plus.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

We don’t just offer a job; we offer a career at the heart of Malaysian media. Aside from the adrenaline of a fast-paced newsroom and the creative freedom to experiment with new formats like TikTok and Reels, we take care of our own:

• Financial & Security: Annual increments, phone allowance, and the peace of mind that comes with Union benefits.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
• Lifestyle & Perks: Enjoy our in-house cafeteria and cafe, plus exclusive staff discounts on partner brands.
• Growth: Constant learning through in-house training to keep your skills sharp.
• Prime Location: Forget the traffic! We are just a 5-minute walk from the Phileo Damansara MRT station.