Production Editor, China

About the Team :   The SCMP China desk production editing team comprises all-rounders who handle China news copy for an international audience.

Purpose of the Position : To deliver the best coverage to a global audience by ensuring the highest levels of reporting and writing.

In this role, you will :   Edit, fact-check, rewrite and improve copy with care and sensitivity and, of course, ensure the copy is free from errors Craft top-quality search engine optimised headlines Ensure all stories have accurate and eye-catching visual elements Get to the heart of a story quickly and clearly, highlighting the stakes for a global audience Skills and Experience that will lead to success : Minimum of 5 years of experience in a real-time online news operation, wire service or a newspaper is essential.

Newcomers to the industry will not be considered Ability to turn around raw copy quickly and the patience to work constructively with contributors where English may not be the first language Awareness of media law and legal dangers, and of social media as a news dissemination tool Strong familiarity with the China / Asia context of news, economic, political, diplomatic and business / finance Can-do attitude with excellent English subbing skills and zero tolerance for grammatical errors, spelling and improper story structure Solid news judgment and the ability to communicate clearly and concisely Chinese-language skills an advantage Work location will be at Hong Kong office.

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