September 2007 Archives

This ad was originally posted on The Beijinger:

International luxury city guide magazine is urgently looking for freelance contributors. Journalism background not necessary, but must be someone who loves exploring Beijing's luxury, fashion & cultural scene, and can write in Chinese or English. Respond to this ad for further details.

Click here to respond.

This job listing was originally posted on Danwei.org.

Hint is Shanghai's latest and most practical expatriate magazine. Far from being another listing magazine, Hint presents the lighter side of Shanghai life with a sense of style. Focused on Design, Food and Lifestyle, we cover everything from taste-testing pasta sauces to revealing the truth behind restaurant reviews, to going on the psychiatrist couch to quit smoking. In short, we go in-depth to reveal the frivolous, fun and the functional Shanghai. Hint is small, compact and the kind of magazine you take with you wherever you go.

The Hint Editor plays a key role in the day-to-day operations of the magazine, working alongside the managing editor and a team of assistants, designers and writers. The editor must be enthusiastic and constantly generating article ideas. Flexibility is a key asset to the team and to the development of the magazine; as such, the candidate must be ready to handle a multitude of tasks. Above all, the candidate must have excellent writing skills, a sense of humour, and be an initiative taker.

Requirements:
- Native English speaker

- Attention to details and respect for deadlines

- Teamwork skills

- Extensive writing and editing experience

- Knowledge of website management would be beneficial

- University degree

To apply please send CV and writing samples to travel@shwalker.com

Long-time staff members at China Radio International will be very familiar with Wang Shuo. She worked at the organization writing website content with occasional program hosting duties until January of 2005, when she decided to pursue other opportunities. Since, she has worked at Beijing Radio Corporation, as a professor at a university in Haidian, and also attended a high-profile translation school in California.

She continues to do some translations, but has already been spotted around the halls of CRI. She is resuming full-time employment there this week.

As one of the most talented, ambitious, and friendly people in the business, China Media News wishes her every success.

Our client is a local start up creative and events agency - an international, dynamic event, communication and production company , specialized in PR events, corporate experiences, multimedia exhibitions and road shows across China, providing complete packages from conception through production to execution, as well as branding design. Clients include globally recognized luxury alcohol, food & beverage, fashion and technology brands.

As the Managing Director you will be fully responsible for all China operations. You will be managing a team of 25 staff and able to develop best practices in all functions: management, creative, sales, production, HR etc in line with company's culture and values.

You will have significant experience in driving agency business and networks with very good understanding of China market, analytical and strategic mind, very pro-active and entrepreneurial to cope with the challenging environment of a start up agency spirit. You need to be fluent in English and Mandarin and have a thorough understanding of the events market in China.

Your application will be treated strictly confidential and be used for recruitment purpose only.

Contact Nicoleta Radoi in Shanghai on +8621 6272 6456 or apply directly to nradoi@aquent.com.

This advertisement was originally posted on BrandRepublic.

A very heartfelt hat-tip to Shanghaiist for posting that CCTV 9 may be facing some competition in the English-language news arena. This is from Reuters:

Shanghai Media Group, China's second-largest media group by revenue, plans to launch a 24-hour English TV news channel in China this year as it seeks to expand to reach a global audience.

Shanghai Media has been in talks with regulators in charge of the media and culture sectors for at least one year and is likely to win approval for launching the new channel by the end of the year, government and industry sources familar with the situation said.

Shanghai Media's plan has already won strong support from the Shanghai city government, which owns the firm, and is now subject to approval from top regulators in Beijing, they said.

China Media News remembers working at CCTV 9 in the summer of 2005, and hearing rumors then that SMG was planning to pull together many of its English language programs as a basis for a 24-hour English channel under Dragon TV. We reported earlier that SMG is now hiring many English-language copy editors, and now the Reuters report mentions that the station is hiring reporters and presenters as well.

If anybody has any further information, please let us know at tips@chinamedianews.net.

Sexy Beijing, a series of short videos produced by Goldmines Film, has proven popular since they were launched in 2006. In fact, Sexy Beijing was featured on CNN's website earlier this year.

Unfortunately for fans of the video shorts, it appears Anna Sophie Loewenberg, the host, has had a disagreement with media blog Danwei and has left the company. It's unclear whether she will continue cooperating with Luke Mines, the producer of the Sexy Beijing series, independently of Danwei.

China Media News was at the Beijing Organizing Committee of the Olympic Games (BOCOG) offices last week, and can report that a number of positions are open for native English-speakers to report on next year's Olympics.

Details are below:

For the Olympic Games, the recruitment of international paid staff is still in process. Our team is called ONS (Olympic News Service). According to the latest overseas staff plan, ONS needs the following job positions:

ONS Chief Editors, in ONS Headquarters in MPC (Main Press Center):

ONS Sub Editors, in ONS Headquarters in MPC:

Chief Editors polish all the news articles that Sub Editors have checked and sign them to INFO system, while Sub Editors manage the content of news that written by venue ONS team.

Sports Information Specialists, in ONS Headquarters in MPC and in Competition Venues:

Should be an expert on at least one particular sport and have the experience of writing sports news articles. A SIS is responsible for writing sport-related news reports, like sport, event and daily preview and review, and directing reporters on writing, but no management.

ONS Reporters, in MPC, Competition Venues and Non-competition Venues:

Work as conventional news agency reporters in providing the press conference highlights and assisting the Sports Information Specialists in writing sport-specific preview & review before and after each event.

All these positions require whole time work from about April or May 2008 to September 2008 (about 5-6 months).

If you are interested in joining us, would you please send your English CV to liuchang02@beijing2008.cn.

ONS is also looking for volunteers, and more information can be found by emailing the address above.

Shanghai's 87.9 FM, which is owned by China Radio International, is set to see a decrease in the number of shows being produced from Beijing.

For years, many programs, such as the morning drive show featuring Felix and Yuzhou, China Drive AM and PM, and learning shows were simulcast on CRI EasyFM stations throughout China. But that's about to change.

China Media News has learned that advertisers in Shanghai are finding it difficult to sell English-language programs. They have been given increased control over programming decisions, and want more Shanghai-centric programs in Chinese.

China Media News understands that China's largest and most dynamic market would require more tailor-made programming. However the result is that many popular programs will be pulled off the air, alienating loyal listeners. In fact, these shows, including the Learning Pub, and the Pulse (which replaced Joy FM) were pulled in March. Felix and Yuzhou's show and China Drive PM were the only ones returned after massive listener complaints.

The only show that will remain in Shanghai will be Yuzhou and Felix's morning music show. The change will occur within the next two weeks. CRI staff in Beijing have been instructed not to mention the move on air, and a phone number has been set up for listener complaints.

This was originally posted on Danwei:

CCTV is shooting a documentary in the Old Summer Palace this weekend. It's about the life of Cixi, the Empress Dowager who ruled at the end of the Qing Dynasty.

Cixi's government had extensive dealings with foreigners and this is part of the documentary. They need four elegant white women, 30-50 years old, to act as ambassador's wives. The acting is easy going: just need to go around, only 2 half days, no need to speak Chinese. The salary is 800RMB per day, plus taxi fee. The job starts Monday.

If you are interested, please please email your photo and mobile phone number to kamal@yahoo.cn.

Most people in China associate English-language television here with CCTV 9 -- but there are other options. China Media News once worked at Guangzhou Television, which runs the city's Guangzhou English Channel. The GZEC is only the second all-English channel in China, following CCTV 9, and the first regional all-English channel.

Shanghai Media Group (SMG) also runs several English-language programs on Dragon TV. SMG's programs are also international, as the station has strong cooperation in Southeast and Northeast Asia and the Americas.

It has been rumored for several years that SMG has wanted an all-English channel of its own, but is continually rebuffed by the State Administration of Radio, Film, and Television. SARFT is known for its loyalty to China Central Television, which fears an all-English competitor. China Media News can not confirm these rumors, but can confirm that SMG does quality programming from a beautiful, modern building in downtown Shanghai. For those interested in working there as a copy editor, the following job will be of great interest:

Responsibilities:

Shanghai Media Group is looking for seasoned, talented native speakers of English with proven television news or feature writing skills, sharp headline writing and can-do attitude. The Copy Editor will be required to do quick write ups on key news or feature stories from reporters, press releases, wire services and other sources for television news broadcasting, ability to be both fast and accurate a must. Responsibilities will also include generating story ideas, contributing to special features, determining style and editing copy to meet established tone and theme requirements for SMG broadcast. Duties could expand based on growth of organizations.

Desired:
Strong news judgment.
Excellent writing and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
3 years'experience in writing, reporting, producing and/or copy editing in international English-language television organizations a plus.

You can apply by going here.

China Media News reported earlier that China Radio International news host Joe Edwards had been relieved of his duties prior to the end of his three month probationary period.

Edwards, known for his baritone voice and his DJ experience in Canada, arrived in China several months ago looking for a new challenge. Unfortunately, his move from being a music jock to a CRI news host didn't go well.

Edwards, however, has found another fresh start with Beijing Talk magazine, the northern outpost of the Talk magazine chain, which also includes Shanghai Talk, South City Talk, and Macao Talk, among others.

China Media News wishes him continued success.

Company: Real Estate Investment (international) Publication

Location: World-wide, Telecommute

Freelance Writer, Emerging Markets

Real estate investment (international) publication is seeking an experienced freelance writer to produce a regular series of short, insightful articles on emerging real estate markets.

Excellent writing and independent research skills are essential.

Relevant publishing experience in international real estate/investment is desirable, as is reasonable knowledge of financial and economic issues.

Although this is initially a freelance position, it offers excellent prospects for career growth.

In addition to knowledge of the real estate sectors in several countries, applicants should have an informal writing style and strong opinions.

Cover letter and resume to: investment.recruiters@gmail.com

This job advertisement was originally posted on Danwei:

tbjhome, China's fastest growing design, architecture and lifestyle magazine, is offering internships.

If you think you have what it takes, e-mail a resume and any relevant writing samples to jieyang@tbjhome.com

Please mark the subject heading as: tbjhome Intern - Danwei

The position requires excellent English and Mandarin Chinese. Responsibilities include:

1. Responsible in achieving the Brand and Hotel positioning objectives locally and internationally through Public Relations and Promotion activities.

2. Assists the Director of Sales & Marketing in the development of Public Relations and Promotion plans and in budget preparation.

3. Represents and promotes the hotel by maintaining constant contact with the media, local community, the customer base and Starwood offices.

4. Supervisors the Public Relations department to ensure all daily tasks are completed in a timely fashion.

5. To protect the correct image and positioning of the hotel and Brand by meeting corporate standards in all collateral and advertising material.

6. To develop and follow through in public relations activities and be responsible for the production of promotional materials, press kits and arrange press and media coverage.

You can apply by visiting this posting on China Splash.

The American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai has a vacancy for an experienced Managing Editor to join the Communications and Publications Team. The Communications Unit is responsible for the corporate communications and public affairs activities of the Chamber including: media relations management, issues management, production of a suite of corporate publications, preparation of research reports and briefing material, preparation of communication plans and publicity material and management of the AmCham Shanghai website. The position reports to the Director, Communications and Publications.

The Managing Editor position manages, oversees and undertakes editorial, design and production processes across the publishing program, including the flagship magazine, Insight. Ideally you will be a native speaker of English and have at least three years experience writing, editing and managing publications in a corporate communications team or an English language business publication.

Duties:

1. Manage the editing, design and publication of texts for the Chamber.
2. Provide oversight of editorial services and undertake editorial tasks, encompassing commissioning, writing, substantive and copy editing, proof reading and index preparation.
3. Develop, implement and review quality standards for writing, editorial, design and publishing services.
4. In consultation the Director, develop design briefs for publications.
5. Manage contracts for design and publication work.
6. Manage project schedules, budgets and preparation of publicity material for publications and marketing activities.
7. Commission and manage a team of freelance journalists, photographers, translators, illustrators and designers.
8. Any other duties as directed by the Director, Communications and Publications.

SELECTION CRITERIA

1. High level of competence and experience in business writing, editing and publishing - print and electronic.
2. Demonstrated ability to edit material for publication and display, in variety of forms and the ability to achieve a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
3. High level of project management skills including proven ability to develop and maintain publishing schedules, manage multiple projects and contracts within budget and fixed deadlines, and supervise contract and in-house writers, designers and printers.
4. Excellent interpersonal skills, outstanding written communication skills and high level oral communication, liaison and negotiation skills.
5. Proven capacity to work effectively (both independently and cooperatively) in a team of multi-skilled communication professionals.
6. Up-to-date, detailed understanding of Chinese current affairs and China business issues as they relate to American business; understanding of U.S.-China relations and policy issues a plus.
7. Must show initiative, enthusiasm, flexibility, resourcefulness and capacity to think creatively.
8. Willingness to contribute to the work of the Team and the Chamber and work under pressure in an organized way to meet deadlines.
9. Native English speaker is essential; Chinese language ability would be a plus.
10. Degree in business, economics, communications, journalism or relevant discipline. Relevant work experience in a publishing environment.
11. Advanced skills in design software packages specifically: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat would be highly regarded.

Please apply with a CV and statement of claims addressing the selection criteria. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. You can apply by visiting this job posting on China Splash.