Want to Work for Us? The Beijinger is Hiring a Digital Content Editor!
That's right, we're hiring!
Do you know Beijing inside-out, love nerding out on local news, following up tips from your many WeChat contacts, and appreciate the value of a good cat gif? Then this might just be your dream job.
We're looking for a bad-ass Digital Content Editor to complement our editorial staff.
Interested? Damn straight you are!
If you're the right applicant, you will have a good sense of what makes an interesting story as well as what constitutes effective social media content. You will plan, coordinate, review, and edit digital content alongside us, your fellow editors. You'll be able to decide which ideas should be pursued and which should get dropped in order to meet quality and accuracy standards. The goal is to provide exceptional, informative, and engaging stories and tips on how to help others live their Beijing lives to the fullest.
Responsibilities:
- Copy edit and schedule articles for the Beijinger blog and WeChat
- Schedule and post content on social media streams (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, etc.) and keep social media accounts engaging and aesthetic
- Assist Managing Editor to coordinate editorial line
- Pitch and write articles, collaborate with the team, and submit to deadlines
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree (major in English, journalism, communications, or a relevant field preferred)
- Proven working experience as an editor
- Strong writing/editing/proofreading skills
- Excellent written skills in English
- An eye for detail and critical thinking
- Ability to prioritize and multitask, all the while keeping to strict deadlines
- Sociable and outgoing
Bonus points if you have the following:
- Chinese language skills
- Hands-on experience with InDesign, Photoshop, or other publishing tools
- Have an understanding of WeChat publishing
- Experience with video editing
- Proven familiarity with SEO and social media best practices
- Have lived in Beijing for at least a year
Ready to apply?
Interested applicants, please send your updated resume AND three writing samples to employment@truerun.com. Due to the volume of applications that we receive, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Please note: Due to restrictive Chinese Labor laws, we are currently unable to hire anyone whose working credentials indicate they are a teacher.
True Run Media is a proud equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability.
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