Staff Writer (Cosmo.ph)

Job Description:

The Staff Writer for Cosmo.ph must ensure consistent refresh rate of the website by creating and managing relevant content in different multimedia formats such as (but not limited to) short and long-form articles, art card text, photo and video captions for the website and social media properties. Writing speed is also essential.

This role also monitor reliable sources of information (official company releases, details from event coverage, legitimate social media channels). The Staff Writer is also expected to collaborate with other Summit Media brands, whenever possible.

The Staff Writer may also be asked to do admin-related work such as coordinating with contributors, among others.

Key competencies:

• Writes a clear, effective copy that fits the voice of the brand
• Can edit submissions from contributors, writers to ensure site is publishing clean copies
• Interviewing skills - whether online or onsite
• Social media savvy
• Actively pitch story ideas; assist the publication management in crafting daily or calendered story agenda
• Team player: Able to work with a team with varying backgrounds

Career development possibilities:

• Managing a team of content producers
• Improve proof-reading abilities
• Lead social campaigns
• Improved writing style with editor mentorship, SEO training

Nice to have interests: Current events, style and fashion, celebrity news, beauty, relationships

Position requirements:

• Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor's Degree in Advertising/Media, Journalism, Humanities/Liberal Arts, Mass Communications, or equivalent
• At least 2 year(s) of working experience in the related field is required for this position