Senior / Editor, Tamil News

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

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Senior Editor to work closely with the Chief Editor across various media platforms. The role requires extensive experience in media, bilingual competency in Tamil, and a strong sense of news. Responsibilities include content vetting and audience engagement, making it crucial to connect with the Tamil-speaking community and uphold journalistic standards.

Qualifications

• At least 15 years of experience in a related field.
• Good command of Tamil, both written and spoken.
• Strong interest in news and current affairs.

Responsibilities

• Vet content produced across TV, radio and digital platforms.
• Manage audience engagement and training activities for the Tamil News.
• Work closely with newsroom staff and other departments.

Skills

Bilingual competency

Communication skills

Team player

News sense

Education

Good University Degree in Mass Communication or related fields

Job description

The Senior / Editor will work with the Chief Editor in a senior editorial capacity, in any of the sub-teams - News, Digital and Current Affairs.

Responsibilities:

• To primarily vet content produced across TV, radio and digital platforms
• To work with the Chief Editor to manage audience engagement and training activities for the Tamil News and CA division
• He/she will also manage other projects as directed by the Chief Editor
• This role requires an experienced media professional who has a keen news sense and bilingual competency
• You must uphold and maintain the expected standards pertaining to accuracy, objectivity and timelines
• You must understand the role of Tamil News within the larger community
• Connections with key personalities and newsmakers within the Indian/Tamil-speaking community are valuable assets for this position
• You need to be a team player as your role requires close coordination with your newsroom staff as well as colleagues from other departments across Mediacorp

Qualifications

• Good University Degree preferably in Mass Communication or related fields
• At least 15 years of experience in a related field
• Have a good command of Tamil, both written and spoken
• Have a strong interest in news and current affairs
• A dynamic individual who is a team player with good communications skill
• Be prepared to work irregular hours, public holidays and weekends
• Possess tactful communication and interpersonal skills