Total 18 job vacancies by Sph Media Limited

You will support the development and execution of strategic partnerships and initiatives to drive regional growth and enhance the competitive positioning of Lianhe Zaobao & ThinkChina within the region. You will also be involved in assisting in the collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to identify opportunities, support partnership negotiations, assist in regional event planning and execution, and contribute to the successful implementation of strategic projects.

Strategic Planning and Analysis

• Support market research and analysis efforts to identify market trends, opportunities, and challenges.
• Assist in sharpening the target audience persona for each identified market.
• Assist in monitoring and reporting on the effectiveness of strategic initiatives.

Partnership Development and Management

• Support the identification and assessment of potential partnership opportunities.
• Assist in developing and implementing partnership agreements.
• Assist in managing relationships with partners and address any issues that arise.

Regional Events Planning and Execution

• Assist in planning, organizing, and executing regional forums and events.
• Support event logistics, including coordination of venue selection, vendor contracts, and participant registration.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Coordinate with various departments to ensure integration of strategic initiatives into broader company operations.
• Support communication and collaboration efforts among internal teams and external partners.

Regional Marketing

• Coordinate with the Branding and Marketing team on regional marketing strategy.
• Track the execution and outcome of regional marketing activities.
• Work with the circulation team on subscription promotion activities in the region.

Any other tasks, special projects, duties, or responsibilities assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Chinese Studies, Southeast Asia Studies, International Relations, Journalism, or other relevant disciplines
• At least 3 years of relevant working experience in the areas of business development, media and events management i.e. organising conferences, forums and webinars; candidates with more years of relevant working experience will be considered for a managerial role
• Prior experience in handling China-related businesses, SE Asia-related business or industries will be advantageous
• Effectively bilingual in written and spoken English and Chinese as this role supports Chinese publications
• Good knowledge and interest in China/SE Asia and international relations; knowledge of Southeast Asia, Hongkong and Taiwan is a plus
• Possess strong partnership/stakeholder management capabilities and project management skills
• A self-starter, especially in the areas of stakeholder/partner engagement/management
• Willingness to travel as this is a regional role

About Us

SPH Media’s mission is to be the trusted source of news and lifestyle content in Singapore and Asia.

One of our core purposes is to produce credible, balanced, and objective news and analysis, always with a view to uphold the public good and fostering an informed, engaged citizenry.

We welcome talented individuals to join us and grow a career in a vibrant and collaborative environment built around a culture of respect and inclusivity.

As an employer, we are committed to rewarding our people fairly and developing them in their careers.

About the Role

The Straits Times interactive graphics team is looking for a creative Digital Graphics Designer to join our team in the newsroom. You would be working alongside journalists, developers, designers, and editors to create original digital content for our readers. If you have a passion for illustration, storytelling, journalism, and the craft of designing digital experiences, please apply to join our dynamic team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with journalists and data visualisation developers to understand requirements and translate them into visual designs that accurately represent the underlying data, editorial angle or product request
• Assist in designing, illustrating and prototyping data visualisations, visual stories, social media assets using various tools and technologies
• Collaborate with the UX team to ensure that interactive graphics are user-friendly, responsive, and accessible across various devices.
• Help to document the design process, including any issues or challenges encountered during the design stages
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to continually improve and innovate our interactive content.
• Carry out investigative journalism/research with journalists using data, including conducting interviews and finding/verifying data sources
• Use various statistics and data science tools for data parsing, scraping and wrangling
• Manage workflow and process for data-driven stories in the newsroom
• Thoroughly test and troubleshoot interactive graphics to ensure functionality and performance standards are met.

Requirement

• The ideal candidate will be proficient in: Figma, Adobe CC (Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects), HTML, CSS and JavaScript (d3.js, WebGL and Svelte are a plus).
• Proficiency in industry-standard 3D modelling and rendering software and familiarity with 2D illustration.
• Proficiency in GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS), spatial analysis tools, and data visualisation platforms are a plus.
• Experience with augmented reality (AR) design is a plus.
• Excellent creative and artistic abilities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality, accurate work.
• Familiarity with the news industry and an interest in current events.
• Experience in managing time effectively to meet deadlines in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining the quality of work.
• Prior experience in a data visualisation role / visual storytelling will be preferred

If you are interested, please apply with your CV and portfolio showcasing relevant working experience, including interactive graphics, data visualisations, and other digital design projects to ngbeeqi@sph.com.sg.

About Us

SPH Media’s mission is to be the trusted source of news and lifestyle content in Singapore and Asia. One of our core purposes is to produce credible, balanced, and objective news and analysis, always with a view to uphold the public good and fostering an informed, engaged citizenry.

We welcome talented individuals to join us and grow a career in a vibrant and collaborative environment built around a culture of respect and inclusivity.

As an employer, we are committed to rewarding our people fairly and developing them in their careers.

About the Role

Producer-Presenter (Money FM 89.3)

As a producer-presenter, you will be responsible for the audio content of broadcasts via radio, the internet and other mobile platforms. You will be involved in the entire process, from generating ideas to managing the audience response after a programme.

As a producer-presenter, you will work in a team setting of other presenters, producers, engineers, account servicing, and IT staff.

Roles & Responsibilities

Specific responsibilities vary depending on the programme and station.

In general, tasks include:

● presenting a radio show

● generating, researching and preparing interviews for programmes

● writing and reading news bulletins

● sourcing potential contributors and booking interviewees

● attending pre-show briefings

● attending pre-production briefings with sales staff and clients when necessary

● undertaking editing, interviewing and reporting duties as necessary

● presenting programmes for both pre-recorded and LIVE output

● checking that copyrights are cleared and understanding media law

● converting text, graphics, video and audio files into other formats

● contributing to, and making use of an archive of audio resources which can be re-used

● responding to audience feedback, referring on to other departments as necessary

● producing and making use of user-generated content

Who we are looking for

■ A recognised tertiary academic background

● Excellent communication and written skills

● A highly organised and creative individual

● Highly committed and passionate individual who enjoys working in a radio production environment

● Prior experience with/ sound knowledge of the financial markets

● Have a keen interest in Business and Finance news

● Familiar with audio editing software such as Audacity

RedAnts ( 红蚂蚁) is a Chinese online media platform focusing on viral topics of current affairs that are of interest to the Chinese community in Singapore. It is a fully owned subsidiary of SPH Media Trust (Chinese Media Group).

We are looking for suitable candidates to join our team as a Video Producer.

The Job

• Conceptualize stories independently to produce fresh, engaging content that resonates with audiences on social media and think visually to optimize audience engagement
• Manage and execute the pre and post-production of short (1-2 minutes) and longer-form feature news videos, which include proposing creative news angles, research and site recces, sourcing of profiles and personalities, pre-interviews, overseeing location shoots, conducting on-camera interviews, scripting, line-producing, overseeing video editing and other post-production processes, such as creating graphics for web and mobile video content, as well as archiving footages
• Ensuring final video meets expectations with compelling story-telling, professional delivery in terms of visuals, audio, graphics and special effects
• Understand audience engagement strategies on Facebook, TikTok, YouTube and other social media platforms
• Generate and adapt visual content for different social media platforms
• Manage all video assets
• Coordinate and manage internal and external stakeholders, if necessary

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in journalism, communications, or a related field, with 3-4 years of experience in news journalism.
• Strong interest in daily news and current affairs, including knowledge of events in China and Mandarin-speaking regions.
• Excellent analytical skills to assess significant news and tailor content to diverse target audiences.
• High attention to detail with a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Proficiency in videography or video editing is a plus.
• Familiarity with current trends across social media platforms.
• Ability to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments and adapt to various tasks efficiently.
• Strong team orientation, with resourcefulness and self-motivation to work independently when needed.
• Effective time management and organizational skills to consistently meet deadlines.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours and handle time-sensitive assignments.

RedAnts ( 红蚂蚁) is a Chinese online media platform focusing on viral topics of current affairs that are of interest to the Chinese community in Singapore. It is a fully owned subsidiary of SPH Media Trust (Chinese Media Group).

We are looking for suitable candidates to join our editorial team as a Digital Journalist cum Social Media Specialist.

The Job

• Curate, package, and produce engaging content tailored for Chinese-language users in Singapore and internationally.
• Conduct news sensing and research to create written and visual stories, as well as analytical pieces, in a clear, concise, and compelling style.
• Generate original content through face-to-face interviews and investigative journalism.
• Leverage understanding of media consumption patterns in social media across the Greater China region.
• Utilize familiarity with popular online media platforms in China; experience with Adobe Creative Cloud is a plus.
• Actively promote and market content across designated digital platforms and social media channels.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field, with 3-4 years of experience in news journalism
• Effectively bilingual in Chinese and English, with good writing skills as this is for a Chinese publication
• Strong interest in daily news and current affairs, including knowledge of events in China and Mandarin-speaking regions
• Excellent news sense and analytical skills assess and customise content and writing style for diverse target audiences
• Experience in social media data points, CMS system, Google Analytics, as well as familiarity with Chinese social media platforms such as WeChat, Weibo, Toutiao, TikTok, etc is an advantage.
• Ability to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments and adapt to various tasks efficiently
• Effective time management and organizational skills to consistently meet deadlines
• Flexibility to work irregular hours and handle time-sensitive assignments
• Ability to work independently and as a team player

The Chinese Media Group (CMG) is seeking a Copywriter/Copy Editor to join its Branding & Marketing (B&M) team. The B&M team is responsible for co-developing and implementing respective CMG news brands’ strategies, as well as driving effective marketing and communication plans to create strong brand value. These news products include Lianhe Zaobao, Shin Min Daily News, ThinkChina, ZBSchools, HeyKaki, UFM100.3, 96.3 Hao FM, UWeekly etc.

As the Copywriter/Copy Editor, you will be the key to reinforcing the respective brands’ identity and tone through consistent and effective communication materials, both locally and regionally. You are expected to:

● Develop a thorough understanding of CMG and its brands’ mission and business goals.

● Ideate, craft and execute original and localized concepts in response to various campaign briefs.

● Review and approve communication material copies including but not limited to brand and product descriptions, advertisements, newsletters, content pieces (e.g. articles, videos, social media posts), press releases, event collaterals, awards entries, user surveys, and ensure copies adhere to house style guidelines and brand identity.

● Use basic analytics to test and prove effectiveness of copies.

● Establish and strengthen individual brand tone and consistent messaging across all communication channels and materials.

● Liaise with internal and external stakeholders for approval of key artwork and communication materials.

● Develop and continually update relevant assets such as copy guidelines and brand glossary.

● Support translation (English and Chinese) needs.

● Support both internal and external communication efforts by crafting and editing engaging messages, newsletters, and announcements.

● Assist in developing crisis communications plans and providing support during crisis situations.

Job Requirements

● At least 7 years of experience in copywriting and editing in media, public relations or marketing and communications related industries;

● Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Mandarin, as this role mainly supports Chinese products;

● Culturally attuned and have a flair for communicating with local and overseas Chinese communities;

● Experienced in handling communication materials across multiple brands or products;

● Able to digest, filter and package information into effective communication materials that resonate with target audiences;

● Confident in presentations to stakeholders;

● Familiar and comfortable with digital tools such as Google Workspace, Microsoft Office and social media;

● Highly proactive and detail-oriented with project management abilities; good news sense would be advantageous;

● Kept abreast of changes in content trends, technologies, social media landscape and consumer behaviors;

● Able to multitask with tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment;

● Able to work independently but also connect with people and collaborate as a team.

We are looking for someone who is excited by challenges and enjoys chasing and negotiating hard deals!

As a market solution lead, you will be involved in developing and executing sales packages aimed at developing new businesses and reinforcing the presence of the Chinese Media Group (CMG) products in the current and new regional markets. You will work closely with the Editorial team, as well as the community engagement, content licensing, regional partnership and Branding and Marketing teams to promote and sell integrated media solutions across the various CMG platforms, ranging from print, digital, young audience, radio to out-of-home media, to businesses. This includes drafting of sales proposals and preparation of client presentations.

Also, you are expected to grow and exceed personal sales targets as an individual, and be part of a bigger team to drive revenue as a whole. You will also be required to carry out markets, competitors and clients intelligence gathering.


Requirements:

· A Degree in Business or relevant field; 8-10 years of sales experience in the media industry would be advantageous

· Effectively bilingual in English and Mandarin as this role supports Chinese content

· Ability to conceptualise, strategise, present and execute creative ideas

· Both a strong team player and individual contributor; outgoing, resourceful and self-motivated

· Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills

· Able to work in a dynamic and fast paced environment

Reporting to Head, Community Partnerships and Engagement, you will be working closely with the editorial teams of the various titles within the Chinese Media Group (CMG) to drive our audience engagement via membership programme, events and community partnerships.

Responsibilities:

• Drive strategic communications to grow the interest communities of CMG publications, which includes crafting and drafting of periodic and adhoc newsletters/EDMs, managing communication channels such as WhatsApp and Telegram, as well as other social media platforms
• Curate and lead communities events and engagement efforts
• Rewards programme management and fulfillment
• Stakeholder management, both internal and external
• Work with stakeholders within SPH Media on synergising engagement efforts

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree with at least 3 years of relevant work experience; Experience in managing communities and newsletter would be advantageous
• Proficient in English and Chinese, both written and spoken, and possesses a passion for writing in Chinese as this role supports Chinese publications
• Passionate in wanting to interact and connect with people from all walks of life, especially Chinese publications readers
• A team-player who has good problem solving skills and is experienced in handling cross-functional projects
• Proficient in MS Office or Google Suite Cloud-based productivity tools, and possess the ability to understand and utilise data to curate strategies

The Job

As a business news journalist/correspondent, you are expected to gather facts and information through research and interviews and report the information in a clear, concise and exciting way in the print article and digital format.

Requirements

• Degree holder, preferably in business, finance, economics, and accountancy
• Effectively bilingual in Chinese and English, with excellent writing, translation, and conversational skills
• Possess a curious mind with a nose for news and scoops
• Has a strong interest in business news and current affairs
• Must be driven, independent, reliable, and highly adaptable to changes
• Possess the ability to excel with autonomy and ambiguity
• Meticulous, accurate, and result-oriented, and demonstrates the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Sensitive to numbers and data
• Possess the ability to break down complex ideas and make them easy to understand for different target audiences/stakeholders

A newspaper for the local Malay community, Berita Harian was established on July 1, 1957. It presents news and issues from home, the region and the world, featuring a wide spectrum of topics from sports to politics and religion. Other highlights include Malay culture and tradition, arts and heritage, family, hobbies and leisure. Berita Harian also provides a platform for the Malay community to voice their views on issues that concern them. It is a paper that speaks with authority and understands the needs of the Malay community.

As a Journalist, you are expected to gather facts and information through research and interviews, and present the information in a clear, concise and interesting way on BH’s multimedia platforms, encompassing print, website and social media. The content you produce must also be able to be presented through video, infographics and articles suited for the digital platform. You may be expected to present or do voice overs in the videos produced.

You are also expected to assist the Editor in editorial projects across BH’s multimedia platforms and produce clean copies for print, as well as other digital platforms.

Job Requirements

• Degree from a recognised university with at least 3-5 years of relevant experience in journalism and/or content creation
• Effectively bilingual in Malay and English, with good written and spoken skills
• Possess an inquisitive mind with a nose for news;
• Able to write clean copies for print
• Strong interest in social and online media content;
• Ability to initiate, plan and produce video content.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Premiere Pro or equivalent software.
• Able to work under pressure and adapt to irregular working hours;
• Must be driven, independent, reliable and highly adaptable to changes.
• Manage BH website, microsites and app-related matters
• Provide data-driven insights and solutions that will bolster BH’s online engagement.
• Handle daily operations for social media when needed

We are looking for a creative, enterprising, and highly motivated Digital Content Producer to join our social media brand, HeyKaki.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualise and create creative Chinese social media content for Gen Zs and young adults which include short-form and long-form videos, social media posts and memes
• Work closely with fellow producers, influencers, videographers and video editors to ideate, plan, film and edit videos
• Basic editing of short-form videos for Instagram and TikTok
• Stay updated on the latest social media trends, to understand what will appeal to young audiences and what content will perform well on social media
• Be comfortable speaking Mandarin on screen, and also trying out new fads, attractions etc.

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in relevant discipline; at least 1 year of relevant working experience (please include your portfolio if available)
• Effectively bilingual in written/spoken English and Chinese as this role supports a Chinese-oriented platform. Experience speaking or hosting in front of the camera preferred
• Passionate in creating entertaining and informative Chinese content for young adults
• Fun-loving person, highly creative with a sense of humour
• Keen interest in trending topics and Asian Entertainment
• Adept at using various social media platforms and aware of best practices to optimise performance
• Organised and able to handle multiple projects on tight deadlines
• Basic knowledge in video editing (eg: Capcut) and video production would be advantageous

We are looking for a Digital Sub-Editor to join our team. You will be responsible for:

• Editing online and realtime articles
• Managing zaobao.sg website
• Managing digital content across zaobao.sg social media platforms
• Assisting in digital platforms maintenance duties

Job Requirements

• Degree in Journalism/Chinese Studies or relevant fields preferred
• Effectively bilingual in Chinese and English (written and spoken) as this role is for a Chinese publication
• Has a strong interest in news and current affairs
• Knowledge in social media management
• Self-motivated, meticulous and able to work independently as well as in a team
• Able to work on weekends

About Us

SPH Media’s mission is to be the trusted source of news and lifestyle content in Singapore and Asia.

One of our core purposes is to produce credible, balanced, and objective news and analysis, always with a view to uphold the public good and fostering an informed, engaged citizenry.

We welcome talented individuals to join us and grow a career in a vibrant and collaborative environment built around a culture of respect and inclusivity.

As an employer, we are committed to rewarding our people fairly and developing them in their careers.

About the Role

The Business Times Visual team is looking for an experienced Digital Graphics Designer to join our newsroom. You will work with journalists, developers, designers, and editors to create original digital content for our readers, enhancing our brand of storytelling.

Many business stories are accompanied by data. You will need to think about how to present data in a way that is accessible, clear and enhances the value and utility of the news content. There will also be opportunities to work on features and enterprise stories that require you to suggest visual assets that elevate the journalism.

The ideal candidate must possess the craft of designing digital experiences and should have an appreciation of business news.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Collaborate with journalists and developers to understand requirements and translate them into visual designs that accurately represent the underlying data, editorial angle, or product request.
• Assist in designing, illustrating, and prototyping data visualisation, visual stories, and social media assets using various tools and technologies.
• Use various statistics and data science tools for data parsing, scraping and wrangling
• Collaborate with the UX team to ensure that interactive graphics are user-friendly, responsive, and accessible across various devices.
• Help document the design process, including any issues or challenges encountered during the design stages.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to continually improve and innovate our interactive content.
• Conduct research alongside writers to seek relevant information, including conducting interviews and finding/verifying data sources.
• Manage workflow and process for data-driven stories in the newsroom
• Thoroughly test and troubleshoot interactive graphics to ensure functionality and performance standards are met.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to continually improve and innovate our interactive content.

Job Requirements

• Demonstrated track record in delivering appealing and useful data visualisation or digital storytelling projects.
• Strong communicator with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional environment
• Proficiency in Figma, Adobe CC (Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects), HTML, CSS and JavaScript (d3.js, WebGL and Svelte are a plus).
• Proficiency in industry-standard 3D modelling and rendering software and familiarity with 2D illustration.
• Proficiency with data visualisation and interactive web design platforms like Flourish or Datawrapper.
• Proficiency in GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS), spatial analysis tools, and data visualisation platforms are a plus.
• Excellent creative and artistic abilities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Familiarity with the news industry and an interest in current events.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality, accurate work.
• At least three years’ experience working in a fast-paced environment

If you are interested, please apply with your CV and portfolio showcasing relevant work experience, including interactive graphics, data visualisations, and other digital design projects to ngbeeqi@sph.com.sg

You will play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless day-to-day business operations by providing effective operational support to various teams, including Branding and Marketing, Media Solutions and Consumer Revenue, Partnerships and Engagement. You will manage a diverse range of administrative tasks and collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve organizational objectives.

Job Responsibilities

• Administer procurement, payment, and billing processes, ensuring timely processing and compliance with organizational policies.
• Provide logistical and specialist support to team members, maintaining adherence to budget constraints and best practices.
• Collaborate closely with editorial, legal, procurement, finance, and corporate teams to enhance newsroom operations and related activities.
• Facilitate the execution of strategic initiatives and cross-functional projects, ensuring alignment with overarching business goals.
• Monitor and analyze budget performance, identifying opportunities for optimizing resource allocation.
• Recommend actions based on budget variances to ensure targets are achieved and expenditures remain within approved limits.
• Implement best practices and innovative solutions to enhance administrative workflows, ensuring efficient support for the newsroom and related functions.
• Regularly assess and refine administrative processes to identify areas for improvement and drive operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Diploma with relevant experience in support, budget management, or related fields
• Effectively bilingual and comfortable in written/spoken English and Chinese
• Proven ability to actively and effectively manage tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Strong aptitude for analyzing data to inform decision-making processes.
• Capacity to devise innovative solutions to operational challenges and drive continuous improvement.
• Proficient in identifying potential risks and developing strategies to mitigate them.
• Capability to make timely, informed decisions.
• Able to work independently but also connect with people and collaborate as a team

• Desktop Publishing - receiving & checking of all editorial completed pages (English, Chinese, Malay & Tamil) as well as overseas publications
• Electronic transmission of completed pages to the designated print sites
• Liaison with Marketing and Editorial on day-to-day page flow and advertising material issues
• Picture enhancement using Adobe Photoshop Application for both editorial and advertising images
• Updating & creation of shipping schedule and obituary ad make-up using Adobe InDesign Application
• Receiving and quality check of all in-coming advertisements from advertising agencies
• Provide feedback to Marketing department if advertisement material submitted does not conform to printing specifications
• Assign copy instruction for all advertisements
• Filing, sorting and housekeeping of all advertising materials and newspapers
• Training will be provided

Requirements:

• Minimum GCE "N" / "O" level
• Able to operate Windows or Mac OS
• NTC or Nitec Graphic Reproduction and knowledge of Adobe Applications (InDesign & Photoshop) will be an added advantage
• Good knowledge of colour management and experience in digital imaging is preferred
• 5-day week with night and day shift rotation (PH and Weekends included, with rotational off-days. Day shift: 8am to 5.45pm, Night shift: 5.30pm to 3.15am with transport provided)