Senior Bahasa Malaysia News Editor & Desk Lead

FMT News; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading news organization in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a BM News Editor to oversee, edit, and publish Bahasa Malaysia news content. This role involves ensuring accuracy, clarity, and timeliness of news articles, managing a news desk, and coordinating editorial coverage. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of journalism experience, strong leadership, and attention to detail. Proficiency in English and familiarity with digital news platforms are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in journalism, preferably with editorial experience.
• Proficiency in English is an advantage.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Edit and publish Bahasa Malaysia news articles ensuring accuracy and clarity.
• Lead and manage the BM news desk, assigning stories and monitoring deadlines.
• Coordinate with other editorial teams to align coverage.

Skills

Strong command of Bahasa Malaysia

Attention to detail

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or related field

Tools

Content management systems (CMS)

Job description

A leading news organization in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a BM News Editor to oversee, edit, and publish Bahasa Malaysia news content. This role involves ensuring accuracy, clarity, and timeliness of news articles, managing a news desk, and coordinating editorial coverage. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of journalism experience, strong leadership, and attention to detail. Proficiency in English and familiarity with digital news platforms are preferred.