Assistant News Editor

1 week ago


Singapore Singapore Press Holdings Limited Full time

Assistant News Editor (Video), The Straits Times
Job Type: Full-Time
Category: Journalism & Content Creation
About Us
SPH Media's mission is to be the trusted source of news and lifestyle content in Singapore and Asia. One of our core purposes is to produce credible, balanced, and objective news and analysis, always with a view to uphold the public good and fostering an informed, engaged citizenry. We welcome talented individuals to join us and grow a career in a vibrant and collaborative environment built around a culture of respect and inclusivity. As an employer, we are committed to rewarding our people fairly and developing them in their careers.
About the Role
Are you passionate about creating compelling video stories? As the assistant editor at The Straits Times' Video desk, you will identify newsworthy and hottest stories, guide journalists to produce videos that resonate with our audiences, and collaborate with videographers, video editors, and motion designers to produce videos. You are a storyteller who can conceptualise, write, and produce creative visual content which engages our audiences across web, app, and social platforms. From vertical news shorts to short- and long-form explainers, you will craft and shape video stories for news, current affairs, and sociocultural stories.
You are able to flourish in a highly collaborative environment, actively working with cross-functional teams and the wider newsroom in producing varied visual content. You must have a strong command of English and the ability to connect with the audience with a natural, conversational scripting style. A good sense of humour is an added advantage. Curiosity, resourcefulness, and a willingness to learn are critical, as is a desire to stay up to date on the latest news, audience, and content trends. It's a bonus if you thrive on the rush of working to deadlines.
Job Responsibilities Include:
Guide and grow a team of producers/videographers/video editors/motion designers to hone sharp angles and creative visual storytelling.
Conceptualise, script, and produce videos for various platforms with an eye for accuracy.
Craft creative visual content for target audiences and experiment with concepts and formats, e.g., explainers.
Collaborate with journalists in the wider newsroom and cross-functional teams to develop visual stories.
Manage and publish videos on video platforms.
Stay on top of the latest news, audience, and content trends.
Engage with our team's video analytics to shape editorial content.
Job Requirements:
Relevant degree in Video Production, Journalism, English, Marketing, Communications, Advertising, or any relevant fields.
At least five years of relevant experience.
Well-organised and a self-starter, capable of managing multiple projects and leading others.
Demonstrates ability to work collaboratively with others.
Ability to write and produce video packages.
Ability to produce quality work in a fast-paced environment.
Experience in social media platforms and video publishing systems, e.g., YouTube, Instagram.
Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro.
Experience with producing live and studio programmes is an advantage.
Ability to present and do voice-overs is an advantage.
Knowledge of the importance of production set-up, lighting, and filming to direct team members, including producers, videographers, video editors, and motion graphic artists.
Interested individuals, please fill in the form and attach your resume.
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