Editor, Newsroom

About the role

An experienced and driven Editor is sought to lead the newsroom and shape its editorial direction. The role oversees newsroom operations and ensures consistent delivery of high-quality, accurate and engaging news content, leading a team of journalists and content creators in Singapore's digital news landscape.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, research and develop news stories and editorial angles, write, rewrite and edit articles, features and other content, and monitor breaking news and trending topics.
• Edit and proofread content for accuracy, clarity, grammar, structure, tone and readability; verify facts, sources and quotations; follow editorial guidelines and exercise sound editorial judgement on sensitive topics.
• Manage editorial assignments, coordinate with writers and reporters, maintain a consistent publishing schedule and support the mentoring of junior writers.
• Use knowledge of audience interests and search trends to optimise headlines and content for digital platforms and SEO, and monitor performance to improve readership and engagement.
• Set the department's strategic direction, define goals and KPIs, and take accountability for performance.
• Plan manpower, resources and budgets, build and lead a high-performing team, develop internal leaders and represent the department in management and cross-functional discussions.

Required profile

• Degree in Journalism, Mass Communications, English, Communications or a related discipline.
• At least 7 years of experience in journalism, editorial, digital publishing or a newsroom environment.
• Curious about current affairs, detail-oriented, proactive and adaptable to a fast-paced digital media environment.
• People leader able to build a strong second line of leadership and foster ownership and accountability.

Required skills

• Strong writing, editing, proofreading and research skills.
• Familiarity with digital publishing platforms, SEO principles and content management systems.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple deadlines and communicate across teams.