Visual Journalist (Lianhe Zaobao)

SPH MEDIA LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

SPH Media Limited in Singapore is seeking a creative Visual Journalist to transform complex information into compelling infographics and engaging visual stories for Lianhe Zaobao’s print and digital platforms.

The role blends creativity, visual storytelling and copywriting to bring news to life through illustrations, data visualizations and dynamic graphics, with ability to cover night shifts and weekends as required.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in relevant fields.
• 1-2 years of relevant job experience preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Chinese (written and spoken).
• Excellent communication and ability to work independently, as well as in a team.
• Skilled in design software (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and digital illustration tools; After Effects is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design, illustrate and execute editorial layouts for ZB print and digital platforms.
• Brainstorm and conceptualise illustrations and infographics to elevate visual storytelling.
• Perform copywriting to complement and enhance visual storytelling, including data-driven storytelling and visualisations.

Skills

Bilingual English/Chinese

Creative storytelling

Visual design

Communication

Independent & teamwork

Deadline-driven

Night shift readiness

Education

Degree or diploma in relevant fields

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Procreate

After Effects

Job description

We are looking for a creative and passionate Visual Journalist with a flair for transforming complex information into compelling infographics and engaging visual stories for Lianhe Zaobao's (ZB) print and digital platforms. The role combines creativity, visual storytelling and copywriting to bring news and information to life through illustrations, infographics and data visualizations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, illustrate and execute editorial layouts to create visually engaging content across ZB's print and digital platforms
• Brainstorm and conceptualise creative illustrations and infographics that elevate ZB's visual storytelling
• Perform copywriting to complement and enhance visual storytelling, including data-driven storytelling and visualisations

Required Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in relevant fields; candidates with 1-2 years of relevant job experience preferred
• Flair for creativity, with a keen interest in news and current affairs
• Effectively bilingual in English and Chinese (written and spoken) as this role supports a Chinese Publication
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently, as well as in a team to deliver under tight deadlines
• Skilled in Design software (ie: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign) and digital illustration software (e.g Procreate); Knowledge in motion graphics (AfterEffects) would be advantageous
• Able to work night shifts (3pm-12.30am) and on weekends