Job Description

We are looking for a Content Marketing Editor. The right person for the job is passionate about creating engaging content, from text-based articles in both digital and print, to multiformat content campaigns involving video, audio and social media.

You\xe2\x80\x99ve got to understand what makes content interesting \xe2\x80\x93 and you must be able to create compelling content that fits seamlessly alongside editorial content across platforms while meeting the client\xe2\x80\x99s brief.

Working with a team of writers and an army of contributors, you must have the ability to manage all the moving parts to bring a campaign to life. The job requires pitching, planning, project management, client management, and exceptional editing and writing skills.

Must play well with others.

Core Duties

• Project manage stories, campaigns, projects through their life cycles, assigning and editing a range of stories, working with an internal team of writers and pool of freelancers.
• Work collaboratively with the team to craft and refine ideas for stories, series, concepts, themes; creating digital content that\xe2\x80\x99s relevant to the audience
• Lead client pitches.
• Ensure content is produced to brief at highest quality; and evangelises use of in-house style guides.
• Write, edit, proofread and improve content; optimising copy and headlines for digital and social media according to best SEO practices.
• Collaborate and liaise with clients, sales teams, writers, designers, illustrators, etc.
• Build a high-quality pool of contributors
• Comply with media law and ethical guidelines

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years in an editor-level capacity or at least 6 years as a writer, with demonstrated excellence in content creation, including online publishing. Must have experience in both editorial and sponsored content.
• Proven working experience as an editor, with leadership skills to help train a high-performing team.
• Excellent command of the English language.
• Proven familiarity with SEO and social media best practices.
• Detail-oriented and a gift for multitasking to meet aggressive deadlines within budget requirements.
• Must work well with colleagues, while being able to lead the team to deliver results.
• Experience with content management systems such as Wordpress and Drupal, a plus.

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Job Type: Permanent / Full Time

SPH Media\xe2\x80\x99s mission is to be the trusted source of news on Singapore and Asia, to represent the communities that make up Singapore, and to connect them to the world. It has several business segments in the media industry, including the publishing of newspapers, magazines, and books in both print and digital editions. It also owns and operates other businesses including radio stations and outdoor media. For more information on SPH Media Trust, please visit www.sph.com.sg.

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