Virtus Media Pte Ltd.

Assistant Editor

GeneralPosted 2 w ago

Location

Phnom Penh

Job Type

FULLTIME

Experience

2+ Years

Experience level

Associate

Work Mode

On-site

Industry

Media Production

Languages

English, Khmer

About the role

Lead daily news desk operations, commission coverage, and manage editorial calendars for print and digital channels.
Oversee copyediting flows to enforce strict adherence to house style, UK English standards, and media law compliance.
Supervise beat reporters and contributors, conduct performance appraisals, and provide ongoing professional development.
Build and maintain strategic nets across corporate, diplomatic, and financial sectors.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree.
Journalistic experience in financial or reporting, with proven experience in an editorial or supervisory role for 2 years.
Exemplary grasp of UK English grammar, style, and publishing conventions.
Deep understanding of macroeconomic policies, trade, banking, corporate finance, and regional market dynamics.
Thorough knowledge of media law, defamation risks, and ethical standards in reporting.
Proficiency with Content Management Systems (CMS), digital publishing tools, newsroom flow software, and basic data visualization/analysis tools.
Sharp attention to detail, exceptional time management, sound decision-making under tight deadlines, and strong internal communication.

Required Skills

JournalismFinancial ReportingEditorialSupervisoryUK English GrammarPublishing ConventionsMacroeconomic PoliciesTradeBankingCorporate FinanceRegional Market DynamicsMedia LawDefamation RisksEthical Standards in ReportingContent Management Systems (CMS)Digital Publishing ToolsNewsroom Flow SoftwareData VisualizationData Analysis ToolsAttention to Detail