Journalist

About TSL

TSL Media is the leading new media group in Singapore and we have grown to a company size of almost 200 employees. Our brands under us include TheSmartLocal, ZULA, MS News and Eatbook. We won Mumbrella's Asia Media Brand of the Year, edging out some billion-dollar companies. We're now at the stage where we're rapidly expanding.

TSL is built on an energetic and collaborative work culture. We operate on hybrid work arrangements in a bid to aid employees balance work life and personal life

Here's a video that gives you a glimpse into our office culture: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rPxitC2o

What you will do:

• Write fast, accurate and coherent breaking news stories in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines.
• Actively pitch news ideas that are compelling, shareable and relevant to our readers and execute them in a timely manner. This might involve reaching out to newsmakers, research and onsite reporting.
• Consistently produce a stream of daily stories that meet output goals.
• Identify compelling and trending content and work closely with the sub-editor to refine and execute stories effectively.
• Ensure all content is fact-checked and presented in a clear, concise manner that adheres to MS News’ house style.
• Enhance content visibility through SEO best practices.
• Collaborate with sub-editors and fellow reporters to develop and share stories across multiple platforms, adapting content to suit diverse formats where necessary.
• Senior journalists would be given the opportunity to mentor younger reporters and interns.

The successful candidate should have:

• At least 2-3 years of experience in reporting experience, ideally in a digital news setting.
• A Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, New Media, Political Science, or a related field.
• Strong command of English with exceptional writing skills. A proven ability to craft stories that capture the audience's attention is a bonus.
• A sharp eye for news, with the instinct to discern the significance and impact of events.
• Work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment, including shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
• Self-motivated and resourceful, able to thrive with minimal supervision while still working effectively within a team.
• Proficient in SEO practices and social media platforms, with an understanding of how to engage a digital audience effectively.