Copy Editor (Thai language)

HOGARTH WORLDWIDE PTE. LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global marketing communications company located in Singapore is seeking an experienced Copy Editor for Thai language content. The ideal candidate will possess at least five years of experience in copyediting with a keen eye for detail. Responsibilities include proofreading and editing various marketing materials, ensuring linguistic and cultural accuracy, and collaborating closely with teams to deliver outstanding client campaigns. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a strong understanding of Thai language conventions, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in copyediting and/or subediting in Thai.
• Experience in editing marketing and communications materials.
• Nuanced understanding of Thai-language conventions.

Responsibilities

• Provide language validation for marketing content.
• Edit and proofread editorial and marketing copy in Thai.
• Work closely with the in-country team on multiple projects.

Skills

Copyediting

Proofreading

Attention to detail

Cultural relevance understanding

Tools

Translation tools

Project management tools

Job description

Overview

The Copy Editor (Thai language) is responsible for sub/copyediting, proofreading and production editing for our client's marketing communications for the Thai market.

Working closely with copywriters, the Copy Editor would be expected to maintain the highest possible standards. The ideal candidate is technically‑savvy, possesses a keen eye and exceptional attention to detail to ensure clarity and accuracy in each project copy. He/She should be flexible, adaptable and results‑driven, with the skills to work across stakeholders, and an ability to focus and prioritise in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment.

You will be required to build strong working relationships with the in‑market and global teams to ensure delivery of linguistically and tonally perfect campaigns that will ensure the client’s products stand out in the Thai market.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing language validation (Thai language) of customer‑facing marketing content across digital, print and in‑store communications, with a focus on consistency with brand tone of voice
• Edit and proofread editorial, marketing, and social media copy in Thai
• Work closely with in‑country team on a high volume of projects and deliver on time and to an excellent standard, often with tight deadlines
• Responsible for developing and maintaining a consistent tone of voice, personality and cultural relevance for Thailand
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and ensure timely delivery.
• Leverage glossaries and style guides to ensure alignment with the brand’s tone of voice, ensuring clarity and accuracy of translations, and maintaining the highest possible standards
• Ensure clarity and accuracy in communications, and maintains the highest possible standards
• Responsible for ensuring product and technical accuracy, as well as linguistic accuracy (grammar and spelling, as well as cultural relevance).
• Ensuring special attention is paid to whether content is appropriate and correct for Thailand.
• Responsible for providing ongoing linguistic guidance and feedback to Translation vendors, clients and project managers
• Responsible for keeping own product and brand knowledge up to date

Requirements

• At least 5 years experience in copyediting and/or subediting (Thai language) for both marketing and technical materials
• Experience in editing and proofreading marketing and communications materials, preferably for a creative or consumer brand.
• Must also have a nuanced understanding of Thai‑language conventions, style and usage
• Possess familiarity with U.S. English style and usage
• Experience working for global brands
• Working knowledge of translation and project management tools
• Experience in supporting the development and maintenance of style guides and glossaries
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills as well as the ability to work as a team member. Must be able to perform effectively and efficiently under time pressure.
• Solid understanding and grounding in Thai style, usage, grammar, and punctuation.
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to focus and prioritise in a fast‑paced environment. Possess a solid understanding of the creative development and production process.
• Must be flexible and able to adapt within an environment of constant change
• Ideal candidates will have previous Thai‑language editorial, proofreading, and localisation experience at an advertising agency, marketing communications group, or localisation/transcreation agency.