Senior / Editor, Tamil News & Current Affairs

Mediacorp is Singapore's largest content creator and national media network, operating a suite of TV channels, radio stations, and multiple digital platforms. Its mission is to engage, entertain, and enrich audiences by harnessing the power of creativity.

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The Senior / Editor will work with the Chief Editor in a senior editorial capacity, in any of the sub-teams - News, Digital and Current Affairs.

Responsibilities:

• To primarily vet content produced across TV, radio and digital platforms
• To work with the Chief Editor to manage audience engagement and training activities for the Tamil News and CA division
• He/she will also manage other projects as directed by the Chief Editor
• This role requires an experienced media professional who has a keen news sense and bilingual competency
• You must uphold and maintain the expected standards pertaining to accuracy, objectivity and timelines
• You must understand the role of Tamil News within the larger community
• Connections with key personalities and newsmakers within the Indian/Tamil-speaking community are valuable assets for this position
• You need to be a team player as your role requires close coordination with your newsroom staff as well as colleagues from other departments across Mediacorp

• Good University Degree preferably in Mass Communication or related fields
• At least 15 years of experience in a related field
• Have a good command of Tamil, both written and spoken
• Have a strong interest in news and current affairs
• A dynamic individual who is a team player with good communications skill
• Be prepared to work irregular hours, public holidays and weekends
• Possess tactful communication and interpersonal skills