Staff Writer (English)
Key responsibilities
● Manage daily editorial operations under the guidance of the Editor-in-Chief
● Manage and execute the editorial calendar across online and offline platforms
● Brainstorm, research, pitch, and write trend-setting stories across a wide range of topics, with food and drink as a key pillar
● Contribute content ideas that will help Time Out Bangkok drive and grow audience reach and engagement across all platforms
● Collaborate with the design team and photographers to create visually compelling content
● Work with the Editor-in-Chief and other key stakeholders to create highly engaging video content in line with the video strategy
● Monitor and report insights on digital metrics across website, e-newsletter, and social media providing suggestions on how to increase traffic growth and performance on a weekly basis
● Monitor and be able to update website homepage and section hub pages to ensure that content viewable by the audience are always fresh, relevant, and up to date with the latest and contextually relevant articles
● Plan and approve assignments for interns and freelancers
● Fact-check, proofread, and edit copy where required
● Work with the commercial team liaising with partners on content campaigns ranging from advertorials, social media posts to custom guides, videos and partnerships ensuring smooth delivery that exceeds client expectations
● Consult the commercial team on creative ideas to support pitches, timeline/schedule management including deliverables and deadlines
● Represent Time Out Bangkok at relevant industry and trade events
● Collaborate and contribute to the events team in executing Time Out events where required
Qualifications
● Thai national
● College degree in related fields
● Excellent command of English and Thai
● At least 1 year of lifestyle media experience,
● Ability to work as a team
● Strong time-management skills
● Analytical and multitasking
● A passion for and excellent knowledge of Bangkok's exciting lifestyle and cultural scene
Submit your CV and work samples to the editor at top@timeoutbangkok.com
timeoutbangkok.staff@gmail.com