Edelman is a voice synonymous with trust, reimagining a future where the currency of communication is action. Our culture thrives on three promises: boldness is possibility, empathy is progress, and curiosity is momentum.
At Edelman, we understand diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) transform our colleagues, our company, our clients, and our communities. We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging.
The Edelman Korea Newsroom consists of native speakers of the English language with 2-5 years of experience, headed by an editor-in-chief with decades of experience at mainstream media outlets in the United States.
The role of an editor is to coordinate among account executives and editors to assign tasks as needed, with thorough understanding of how a newsroom operates.
The editor should also have extensive knowledge of the Korean business environment and a proven track record of working in a newsroom environment.
Tasks include:
- Writing and editing content across all platforms, including press releases, websites, blogs, and social media platforms.
- Ideating, planning, and writing communication materials including feature stories, speeches (including c-suite) and newsletters.
- Manage the traffic control of assignments from account executives to editors
- Research, interview and develop ideas for clients.
Job Requirements
- Strong command of written and spoken English
- At least 3-5 years of experience in the writing and/or PR industry
- Writing experience of high-tech and business sectors is a huge plus, as well are knowledge and curiosity of the IT industry
- Korean language proficiency is a plus
- Must understand content production process
- Ability to develop content that prompts engagement
- Excellent time management skills to meet tight deadlines
- Experience with demanding client(s) is a huge plus
※ Please submit three writing samples with your CV/ resume
※ We have a three-month probationary period
※ Hybrid working environment
※ No sponsor from the company for VISA
※ 1st interview with chief editor - Writing test -Final interview with Director
We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
