Job Posting: Hong Kong Tourism board seeks Chief English Editor

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Chief English Editor

Our reputation as one of the world's best Government Tourist Offices is built on the dedication and professionalism of our staff. We offer excellent opportunities for career development in the largest, fastest-growing industry in the world.

Responsibilities:

-Oversee the English editorial division to produce high quality copywriting, editing and proofreading of marketing collaterals and web content

-Develop and implement house style and editorial policy to ensure text, pictures, captions, and headings consistently reflect our brand image

-Edit scripts for broadcast media such as video and TV/radio commercials

-Vet and edit English copy and artwork from outside contractors

-Liaise with contract publishers, design companies and freelance writers for project coordination

Requirements:

-Well-rounded, sharp and organised native English speaker with a University degree in either English or Journalism with minimum ten years of independent writing and editing experience publishing under tight and regular deadlines

-Demonstrated ability to thoroughly research topics while handling multiple tasks in an organised manner

-Good knowledge of Hong Kong and experience working on travel titles a plus

-Exceptional project management and leadership skills

-Candidates with digital media experience, including search engine optimisation and using content-management systems, are a plus

The successful candidate will be engaged in contract employment for two years.

Interested parties please send resume with present and expected salary by email to: talent@hktb.com or by mail to "Manager, Human Resources, Hong Kong Tourism Board, 9th-11th Floors, Citicorp Centre, 18 Whitfield Road, North Point, Hong Kong" on or before 6 September 2007. Late applications will not be considered.

Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with our personal data policies, a copy of which will be provided upon request. Applicants may also contact the data protection officer for a copy of the Personal Information Collection Statement pertaining to recruitment, email address: dp-officer@hktb.com.

Only shortlisted applications will receive our response.