Multimedia Staff Writer — Break News & Craft Social Content

Summit Media (Summit Publishing Co., Inc.); Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 223,000 - 357,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Media seeks a Staff Writer for Smartparenting.com.ph. The role involves producing content in various formats for the website and social media, while monitoring reliable sources for accuracy. Administrative duties and event coverage coordination may be required.

A weekend shift is expected (Sunday preferred; 10am–7pm). The post is probationary and may involve work for other Summit brands. Candidates should have 0–3 years of experience in journalism or media, with a background in English

Qualifications

• Produces content in short and long-form articles, captions, and social media posts.
• Monitors reliable sources and official releases for accuracy.
• Willing to work a Sunday weekend shift (10am–7pm).

Responsibilities

• Produce content in multiple multimedia formats for the website and social channels.
• Handle social media pages and attend events.
• Coordinate with contributors and editors across brands.
• Occasional admin duties as required.

Skills

Multimedia content creation

Fast news writing

Interviewing

Social media savvy

Story pitching

Team collaboration

Education

Vocational Diploma/Short Course Certificate

Bachelor’s/College Degree in Advertising/Media, Journalism, Humanities/Liberal Arts, Mass Communications or equivalent

Job description

Department

Smartparenting.com.ph

Employee Type

Probationary

Job Description

Job Summary - Staff Writer

The writer is expected to produce content in different multimedia formats such as (but not limited to) short and long-form articles, art card text, photo and video captions for the website and social media properties. He/ she/ They will also monitor reliable sources of information (official company releases, details from event coverage, legitimate social media channels).

The writer may also be asked to do admin-related work such as handling social media pages, attending event coverages , and coordinating with contributors. This position entails one weekend duty shift, preferably a Sunday. ( Ideal shift is 10 am to 7 pm). This post is not brand-centric, and he/she/they may be assigned to work for other brands under Summit Media.

Key Competencies

• Writes a clear, effective copy that fits the voice of the brand
• Speed is of essence: expected to break news for the appropriate brand
• Articles may be in the form of the following: straight news, features, personality features, OP-EDs, listicles, affiliate, and SEO
• Interviewing skills - whether online or onsite
• Social media savvy
• Actively pitch story ideas
• Team player: Able to work with a team composed of members with varying backgrounds
  
  

Career Development Possibilities

• Learning how to establish industry sources
• Lead social campaigns
• Crafting content plans
• Improved writing style with editor mentorship
  
  

Must have interests: Current events, culture and arts, celebrity news

Position Requirements

• Candidate must possess at least a Vocational Diploma/Short Course Certificate, Bachelor's/College Degree, Advertising/Media, Journalism, Humanities/Liberal Arts, Mass Communications, or equivalent
• Experience in breaking news is preferred
  
  

Experience Range Range (Years)

0 - 3 years

Job posted on

2026-07-16