Editorial Assistant

The Smart Local (TSL) Media Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in Singapore is seeking an Editorial intern to assist in research and article creation. This role involves pitching, writing various types of articles, and gathering information while representing the company professionally. Candidates should possess a Diploma/Degree in Media/Communications Studies and have strong English command. The internship lasts a minimum of 24 weeks, offering a comprehensive experience in the media industry with opportunities for future employment based on performance.

Benefits

Holistic journalism experience

Opportunity for future employment

Learn digital media skills such as SEO

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or possess a Diploma/Degree in Media/Communications Studies or equivalent.
• Able to articulate points concisely and coherently in writing.
• Meticulous and able to commit for a minimum of 24 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Ideate and pitch high-quality articles to editors.
• Write articles that align with the company's brand.
• Gather information and fact check articles.
• Assist with photo sourcing and market research.

Skills

Strong command of English

Outstanding verbal communication skills

Ability to write under pressure

Good eye for trending topics

Education

Diploma/Degree in Media/Communications Studies

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking an Editorial intern who will primarily be gathering information and research before ideating and pitching them to our editors.

You will get to write different types of articles such as perspectives, listicles, reviews, and news posts.

You must be able to commit to a minimum of 24-weeks (6 months) internship.

What You Will Do

• Ideate and pitch high-quality long-form and short-form articles to editors
• Write articles that aligns with the company's brand and tone, including perspectives, listicles, reviews, and news posts
• Gather information, fact check, and write digestible articles in a compelling and balanced manner
• Assist with photo sourcing and market research to enhance articles
• May attend events, tastings, and other out-of-office work to support the creation of articles

The Successful Candidate Should Have

• Possess or currently studying for a Diploma/Degree in Media/Communications Studies or equivalent
• Strong command of English and able to articulate points concisely and coherently when writing
• Versatile and able to write well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Pleasant and professional disposition, to represent the company professionally at all times
• Meticulous and good eye for content/trending topics
• Able to commit for a minimum of 24-weeks (6 months) internship

What You Will Gain

• Opportunity to set foot into the media industry through a leading, homegrown media company
• Undergo a holistic journalism experience - learning how to pitch ideas, research, attend media events, interview profiles, communicate professionally etc.
• You will also gain other digital media skills such as SEO and basic image editing
• Potential for future employment opportunities based on performance