Senior Editor - Cross-Platform News & Features

Mediacorp Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mediacorp Pte Ltd is seeking an experienced journalist/editor to source and develop compelling story ideas and leads across platforms, pitch and deliver original enterprise stories, and cover daily events. The role also involves filming, scripting, and editing short-form video content while leveraging social media for audience engagement.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree with at least 6 years in journalism or media production, is fluent in Chinese with strong English, and can manage

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, or related field with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
• Excellent command of written and spoken Chinese, with strong proficiency in English.
• Strong editorial judgment with a deep understanding of local news, current affairs, and media trends.
• Proven editing and writing skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational and project management skills; dynamic, resourceful, and a collaborative team player with excellent communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
• Willingness to work irregular hours, including weekends and public holidays, in line with newsroom operations.

Responsibilities

• Source and develop compelling story ideas and leads
• Pitch, research, and deliver original and enterprise stories across assigned platforms
• Cover daily events and reporting assignments
• Film, script and edit short-form video content
• Leverage social media platforms for news gathering and audience engagement
• Develop subject-matter expertise in key coverage areas
• Conceptualise, plan, and assign editorial content across digital, television, and radio platforms, drawing from multiple sources to ensure depth and diversity of coverage
• Edit, review, and vet content to ensure accuracy, balance, objectivity, timeliness and adherence to editorial guidelines
• Uphold and enforce high editorial standards, ensuring all content is relevant, compelling and of the highest quality
• Manage special editorial projects and cross-platform initiatives as assigned by the Chief Editor

Skills

Editorial judgment

Editing and writing

Project management

Communication skills

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication or Journalism

Job description

Mediacorp Pte Ltd is seeking an experienced journalist/editor to source and develop compelling story ideas and leads across platforms, pitch and deliver original enterprise stories, and cover daily events. The role also involves filming, scripting, and editing short-form video content while leveraging social media for audience engagement.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree with at least 6 years in journalism or media production, is fluent in Chinese with strong English, and can manage