Astro (astro.com)
Associate, Multiplatform Journalist (AWANI English/International)
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Reports and produces English-language digital and social media news focused on regional and international affairs. Responsibilities include researching stories, interviewing sources, writing and fact-checking articles and scripts, covering breaking news, creating multimedia content, adapting stories for multiple platforms, publishing online, supporting live streams, and using audience feedback to improve engagement. The role requires newsroom collaboration, shift and weekend availability, and work from the Kuala Lumpur newsroom.
WHY JOIN US?
We practice a vibrant & energetic office culture.
We provide opportunities for career advancement within the company.
Good performance is always rewarded accordingly.
“It's our people that make Astro Malaysia’s leading entertainment company. We are an inclusive employer, to enable everyone at Astro to be their best. We embrace differences – we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products/services and our community. We also understand and appreciate that diversity is a driver of creativity and innovation, which will make our business more competitive, compelling and profitable.”
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Key responsibilities:
- Report and produce stories for Astro AWANI’s English-language digital and social media platforms.
- Follow news assignments and develop original story ideas, with a focus on regional and international affairs and their relevance to Malaysia.
- Research stories, conduct interviews and build a network of sources.
- Write and revise articles and scripts to meet editorial standards. Check facts and verify material sourced online before publication.
- Work with editors and fellow reporters to meet deadlines and respond to breaking news.
- Take photographs and shoot video when needed. Edit or assist with video editing for broadcast and social media.
- Select appropriate visuals, taking care with sensitive material.
- Adapt stories for different platforms, including writing headlines and social media captions.
- Upload and publish content across web and mobile platforms, and support live streams when required.
- Use audience data and feedback to improve story selection, presentation and engagement, contributing to audience growth across platforms, including website page views and unique visitors.
- Be available for shifts, weekend work and breaking news coverage, as required.
REQUIREMENTS:
Candidate requirements:
- A journalist with 1 to 3 years of media experience and a strong interest in regional affairs and global developments.
- Excellent written and spoken English. Proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia is an advantage.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced newsroom, take initiative and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
- A creative and collaborative approach to journalism, with a willingness to contribute ideas and work across teams.
- A growth mindset, with a commitment to developing new skills and expanding storytelling capabilities.
Location
This position is based in Kuala Lumpur. Applicants must be able to work from our Kuala Lumpur newsroom.
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