Freelance Copy Editor, Lianhe Zaobao

SPH Media; Singapore; On-site; SGD 34,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Lianhe Zaobao is seeking a freelance Copy Editor to refine translated drafts into English articles, preserving the depth of the original reporting in Chinese. The role focuses on ensuring accuracy, tone, and clarity for an English-language readership.

You will review translations, craft SEO-friendly headlines and subheadings, and work to tight editorial standards. This on-site, Singapore-based freelance position requires English fluency, Chinese proficiency, independence, and the ability to meet

Qualifications

• A degree in a relevant discipline; prior experience in copy editing or journalism preferred.
• Excellent written English and strong proficiency in written Chinese. Ability to navigate confidently and accurately across both languages.
• An eye for language, with the ability to spot subtle errors and editorial gaps.
• Strong interest in current affairs and the news landscape.
• Able to work independently while connecting with people and collaborate as a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review translated articles against the original Chinese sources to ensure accurate syntax, nuances, cultural context and information.
• Craft clear, SEO-friendly headlines and subheadings while adhering to the LHZB’s editorial standards and style guidelines to maintain a consistent and credible English-language voice.

Skills

English proficiency

Chinese proficiency

Copy editing

Editorial accuracy

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in relevant discipline

Job description

Lianhe Zaobao (LHZB) is Singapore’s leading Chinese-language news publication in Singapore. As LHZB continues to strengthen its offerings and to extend our reach to English-speaking audiences, we are looking for a freelance Copy Editor who will be responsible for refining translated drafts into English articles, ensuring the depth of the original reporting in Chinese is preserved.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and refine translated articles against the original Chinese sources to ensure accurate syntax, nuances, cultural context and information.
• Craft clear, SEO-friendly headlines and subheadings while adhering to the LHZB’s editorial standards and style guidelines to maintain a consistent and credible English-language voice.

This is a freelance role.

Requirements

• A Degree in relevant discipline; prior experience in copy editing or journalism preferred.
• Excellent written English and strong proficiency in written Chinese. Ability to navigate confidently and accurately across both languages.
• An eye for language, with the ability to spot subtle errors and editorial gaps.
• Strong interest in current affairs and the news landscape.
• Able to work independently while connecting with people and collaborate as a team in a fast-paced environment.
• 5-day work week on roster [inclusive of 1 day during the weekend]; working hours 15:00 to 00:00 (GMT+8 / Singapore Time)
• Office-based role; freelancer is required to work on-site.