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News Editor, WSJ Asia - Hong Kong

Employer
Dow Jones
Location
Hong Kong
Salary
$DoE
Closing date
Mar 22, 2023

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Industry
Journalist
Job Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Sector
News
Discipline
News Editor

Job Details

Job Description:

The Wall Street Journal's Asia team is looking for a top-notch editor to guide stories from start to finish across its coverage areas.

This is an opportunity to be a core member of the Journal's Asia hub, working with reporters, bureaus and coverage chiefs to shape stories in their early stages.

You should have significant experience working with reporters and the confidence to see stories through to their fullest potential. A deep respect for the facts and comfort with business and financial topics are essential.

You will:

  • Test story hypotheses, add proper context, demand proof and more reporting as needed.
  • Ensure that each piece is accurate and meets the Journal's high ethical standards.
  • Help move stories more quickly to conclusion and improve our digital presence


You have:

 

  • Superior wordsmithing skills.
  • An even temperament that facilitates collaborative work.
  • At least three years' experience in a similar role.


The position will be based in Hong Kong or Singapore and report to the Asia Editor.

To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter and five examples of stories you have edited that show the range of your abilities.

The Journal's reporters, editors, developers, and audio and visual journalists create important and impactful stories, firmly rooted in fact and adhering to the highest ethical standards. We report without fear or bias, and we maintain a proper sense of perspective, detachment and objectivity in our reporting.

 

 

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Dow Jones , Making Careers Newsworthy

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vets .

Dow Jones is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, please reach out to us at TalentResourceTeam@dowjones.com. Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line.

Business Area: NEWS/WSJ

Job Category: News/Editorial Group

Union Status:

Non-Union / No clear and likely Internal Candidate (Employee Only) has been identified

Req ID: 34414

 

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