Star Media Group Berhad

Assistant Editor (Tech)

Posted: Oct 27, 2025

Job Description

Are you a passionate and experienced journalist with a deep understanding of technology? We are seeking an Assistant Editor to lead our lifestyle tech coverage. You'll be at the forefront of crafting sharp, trend-savvy stories that inform, inspire, and connect with our audience daily.What You'll DoLead and manage content: Work closely with the Deputy Editor to oversee and review print pages, and clear stories from your team of reporters across all platforms.Create compelling stories: Pitch and develop cover stories that simplify complex tech topics. You'll write on-trend articles about the latest gadgets, lifestyle tech, and industry developments.Stay ahead of the curve: Review and test the newest tech products and report on breaking news in real-time, producing 2–3 accurate and engaging stories daily. You will also monitor website traffic to ensure timely content updates.Build industry connections: Attend events to network with industry insiders and contribute to emerging tech topics, including AI.Innovate on social media: Create engaging social content, such as carousels and reels.What We're Looking ForExperience: A minimum of 10 years of editorial or reporting experience.Education: A relevant degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.Expertise: A strong passion for and deep knowledge of technology, trends, products, and industry terminology. You must have a proven ability to network with industry insiders.Skills: Excellent writing, editorial, and research skills, with a keen analytical ability. You should be a skilled interviewer with great interpersonal skills, agile time management, and the ability to work independently under tight deadlines.If you are a digitally savvy journalist with strong storytelling skills and a passion for all things tech, we want to hear from you.

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