UBM Asia Needs an Editor (based in Hong Kong)

06 October 2010
UBM Asia Needs an Editor (based in Hong Kong)
About Company

UBM Asia is the leading organiser of exhibitions in Asia, and the biggest commercial exhibition organiser in the two fastest growing markets in Asia: China and India, with associated print and online media. Owned by United Business Media Limited which is listed on the London Stock Exchange, we organise trade fairs that are the leading ones of their kind, provide high-quality business information through publications and extend the global reach of sellers and buyers through our reputable B2B and industry-specific portal sites. With our headquarters in Hong Kong, we operate throughout Asia and the USA.

Responsibilities

- Develop and drive editorial content for Asia's leading silver jewellery trade magazine

- Work jointly with advertising team to establish the magazine's leadership position in the international jewellery trade

- Set editorial direction, write features and news articles, conduct interviews and research

- Edit/sub-edit content and overlook magazine's layout production process

- Build and maintain an international client network and trade contacts

- Contribute to team's other editorial projects, like Show Daily, special reports, etc.

- Provide training and guidance to junior staff

Requirements

- Degree in Journalism / Mass Communication or related disciplines

- At least 6 years of editorial experience in print, ideally with business discipline or b2b background

- High proficiency of written and spoken English, native English speaker is preferred (proficiency in Chinese is an advantage)

- A strong sense of news and an eye for details, good organisational skills

- Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines and in a fast-paced environment

- Self starter, diligent and a team player

- Willing to travel

Candidates with less experience will be considered for the position of "Assistant Editor"

Excellent compensation package will be offered to the right candidate. Please send detailed resume stating expected salary, available starting date and day-time contact number to: by fax: 2516 6754; or by email:applicant-hk@ubm.com

Candidates not notified within one month should consider their application unsuccessful. Personal data collected is solely for recruitment purposes and will be treated in strict confidence. Personal data of unsuccessful applicants will be destroyed after 3 months.

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