January 2008 Archives
NowPublic, the participatory news network which mobilizes reporters to cover defining events around the world, is seeking an editor based in China to establish and develop news coverage of the country and the wider region.
We are recruiting talent and energy to develop interesting and innovative story ideas about China and the region. You will engage existing and potential contributors to NowPublic in the following ways:
Key responsibilities:
* Identify and develop regionally-focused news stories for NowPublic.com
* Build a network of citizen and mobile journalists in the region who will provide first-rate coverage of breaking and continuing news stories
* Source multimedia footage for use on NowPublic.com
* Identify future events and design news campaigns around them
* Liaise with external partners and act as a regional ambassador for NowPublic
The ideal candidate should have:
* In-depth knowledge of the country and wider region, and newsworthy issues
* A strong network of local and regional contacts
* A firm understanding of new media, online communities and Web 2.0 technologies
* Two years' journalistic or writing experience
* High-level of written and spoken English
* Good inter-personal and communication skills
* A pro-active and flexible approach
* Computer and high-speed internet connection
Compensation: Based upon experience and location. Please respond with salary expectations, understanding that this is a full-time contract position. Telecommuting will be necessary.
Applications: due by February 1st, 2008, with subject title 'Regional Editor', including your resume and samples of your work. Please send by e-mail to: nbillard@nowpublic.com
We look forward to hearing from you!
The booming port city of Tianjin, known as "Shanghai of the North", is now home to a staggering two glossy expat magazines.
Tomorrow launched with its January 2008 edition, and the editor summed up the magazine's mission thusly:
It is our desire to help make your life in Tianjin more enjoyable and less stressful. From using the subway and taking in the sights of Tianjin, to becoming more familiar with Chinese culture as well as the latest developments in Binhai New Area, we want to know what is important to you, and I, as Chief Editor, welcome your suggestions and feedback. Furthermore, we are honored to offer you the most attractive feature stories, and I invite you to submit articles about your own personal experiences.
The magazine boasts the usual fare: restaurant and bar listings, food reviews, and feature stories (the January issue takes a look at Tianjin's quickly expanding subway system).
Tomorrow is also looking for staff, including foreign writers, a foreign advertising manager, and foreign magazine page designer. They are particularly looking for European and North American staff for these positions. Unfortunately, the magazine didn't provide an email address for people to apply.
Hopefully they will work out those kinks with their February issue.
Popular arts & entertainment magazine SH has received a face-lift. The magazine, based in Shanghai (thus the name), is in a hotely contested magazine market which features That's Shanghai, Shanghai Talk, and City Weekend.
The critics at Shanghaiist, however, are not impressed with the changes:
After flipping through a copy of their first issue of the new year (which screamed from its cover, "Like our new look?"), we have to say, the change was a little, erm, underwhelming. We were expecting, as their press release proffered, a "bold redesign". Also, we weren't able to find their classifieds segment, so that appears to be a thing of the past now (to the pleasure of Enjoy Classifieds and Adweekly).
SH is run by Asia City, based in Hong Kong. It has other magazines in Bangkok, Hong Kong, and Singapore.
Urbanatomy and that's Shanghai , Shanghai's largest urban English media group, is seeking a talented, enthusiastic and versatile individual for the position of Web and New Media Editor. Responsibilities include managing the editorial direction of www.urbanatomy.com, contributing original material, working closely with the Web deign team to develop the site and developing new outlets for discussion and debate both online and in other media.
Qualifications
* Native English speaker with command of Chinese
* University graduate
* Strong writing/editing/copywriting skills
* Basic Web design/HTML/CSS skills
* Strong organizational skills and 100 percent commitment to deadlines
* Enthusiasm for developing new social Web trends and new media
* A deep interest and enthusiasm for Shanghai
Send cover letter, resume and writing samples to philboyle@urbanatomy.com
This job advertisement originally appeared on Danwei.org.
The China Daily newspaper group is looking for English-language copyeditors, graphic designers and bilingual sports editors to strengthen its international team. We offer a competitive salary package, free accommodations with utilities paid for, 90 per cent medical reimbursement, seven days of paid leave, 10 public holidays and a return ticket to the country of residence.
Copy editor
You must:
- Be good at editing or rewriting copy and writing snappy headlines and captions.
- Be able to work on shifts for different pages, and usually have the last word before the page is sent to print.
- Have two years of editing experience working on copy desks, and be familiar with industry software.
Senior graphic designer
You must:
- Have excellent skills in information graphics;
- Be good with illustrations and freehand drawings;
- Be experienced in newspaper or magazine layouts;
- Have a good sense of typography;
- Have good news judgment;
- Be well-versed with Macintosh software: Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop;
- Be fluent in English.
Bilingual (English and French) sports editor
You must:
- Be bilingual, fluent in English and having good writing skill in both French and English;
- Having a good understanding of sports, especially the Olympic Games;
- Being able to work for long hours;
- Having good teamwork spirit;
- Having good organization and management skills.
Contract period: From April 2008 to the end of September of 2008
Editeur du sport
Il faut:
- Parler et ecrir en francais et anglais
- Avoir une bonne connassaince du sport, surtout les Jeux Olympiques
- Avoir l'abilite de travailler pour des longues horaires
- Avoir un bon esprit du corps
- Avoir une bonne sense d'organisation et dirigement
Period d'engagement:
De l'avril 2008 au septembre 2008
For enquiries or to apply, write to job@chinadaily.com.cn
Our newly settled Beijing branch is currently looking for a native English speaker to help our team of journalists and translators in their daily work (writing articles, reports on the field, translating/editing articles in English). The ideal candidate holds at least a bachelor degree and must be able to read in French. He/She should be able to communicate in Chinese (preferred but not compulsory). A previous experience in journalism would be preferred otherwise a traineeship will be provided. Our representative office is the Beijing branch of a French Group based in Mauritius and is now creating a magazine and a website related to tourism. The internship will take place in Beijing for 3 to 6 months and can evolve to a job position if the candidate meets our requirements. The candidate should ideally start this month. Part time is also possible. Salary: TBD. Selected candidates will be contacted for an interview in our JianWai Soho office. To apply, please send an email to beijing@novarhes.com and specify (ENG/Trainee) in the email title Thank you for your interest.
This advertisement originally appeared on The Beijinger.
China Media News has been inundated with emails (and even some text messages) from people inquiring about the new English channel run by Shanghai Media Group.
After years of rumors, the channel is finally on the air. We haven't seen it yet ourselves, so we direct you to this review from Shanghai Eye:
Anyhow, bizarrely, and contrary to expectations, the channel seems to be doing rather well. It already has ads - from Mc Donalds, Unilever, etc... CCTV 9, China's English language face to the world, has yet to have an ad yet. In typical Shanghai fashion the station launched saying it was not planning to be a rival to CCTV, the state broadcaster. Obviously they had been thinking about Al Jazeera and CNN as their main rivals, and were confused why anyone was questioning them about something no-one had heard of.
The channel is called ICS, and also runs programs in Japanese. Ken Carroll, well-known from the popular ChinesePod programs, has his own talk show:
Others joining in the fun include many of the old favourites from SMG's stable of English presenters and commentators. But likely the wisest move the channel has made is the translation of fairly decent Chinese documentaries, and a bunch of TV shows usually shown on the sat channel 'discovery travel and living.' Flicking between his entirely kosher Filipino sat box and ICS Shanghai Eye found it hard to tell the difference.
We'll see how the channel develops, and what impact it has, if any, on CCTV 9.
Previously on China Media News:
Count China Media News as originally supportive of News Views & Reviews when it was first launched a couple of years ago. At first, the idea of compiling what was happening in the news in an easy-to-read format seemed quite palatable. The magazine contained interesting stories focusing on news and politics, which is often difficult to find in mainland China.
Unfortunately -- at least for some -- NVR has published its last issue. The magazine has suspended operations in a fast-changing media environment in Shanghai, where the magazine was based. For further information on what has transpired, we direct you to a post on Shanghaiist which does a good job of rounding up what is being said.
Rumors are also swirling about the future of That's Shanghai magazine. The magazine, which was once distributed for free, now carries an RMB 18 price tag. However speculation the magazine is in financial trouble remains only that -- speculation.
Elsewhere:
- Shanghaiist: Shanghai Media Gossip - NVR says never again
- China Herald: Another English publication bites the dust - NVR
- Shanghai Eye: No news, views, and definitely no reviews?
- Danwei: Death of a Shanghai expat rag?
It is difficult to survive as a freelancer for Chinese publications. But if you are already writing a blog and are interested in sharing your opinions in a printed paper, why not contribute as one of our columnists?
We are looking for English-language opinion pieces about 500-600 words in length. The pay is about 0.5 yuan per word.
Anyone interested can contact the Beijing Today staff at weiying@ynet.com for more details.
This job advertisement was originally posted on Danwei.org.
The Washington Post is seeking a full-time news assistant/researcher for its Shanghai Bureau. We'd like to have someone in place by June or earlier. Responsibilities include research, translation, fact-checking, and conducting pre-interviews with sources. You should be willing to travel at least occasionally if not frequently. Must have high level of fluency in both Chinese and English. A background in economics or business is a plus but not a requirement. We are especially interested in hearing from candidates who have significant journalism experience in foreign or Chinese media organizations. Please send resume and cover letter to
washingtonpostshanghai@gmail.com
This job advertisement originally appeared on Danwei.org.
bizCult, an English-language news site about business culture in China, is seeking a savvy and sassy reporter who can write about business with flare.
Duties:
-Report and write a series of short English language business articles five days a week for bizCult.com (and feel free to write longer, meaty features, if you like)
-Conduct interviews for audio podcasts
Qualifications:
-Some journalism experience; recent college graduates are encouraged to apply
-Perfect written and oral English
-Published clips that demonstrate excellent reporting and writing
-New media experience a plus
-Photography skills a plus
-Chinese language ability a plus
Salary:
-2000 RMB per month
What's Cool:
-Be part of a new media startup in China
-Work from anywhere in China
-Feel free to work with us and still freelance too
To apply, email editor@bizcult.com with a letter of interest, a resume and clips.
This job advertisement originally appeared on The Beijinger.
