Editorial Product Manager

Role Overview

The Editorial Product Manager at Malaysiakini will play a pivotal role in bridging content creation, technology, and user experience. This position combines the strategic oversight of a Product Manager with a deep understanding of journalism to develop products that are both useful to our audience and profitable for the company. The role focuses on not just the technology behind content delivery but also the content itself and its curation.

Responsibilities

Content and Product Strategy

• Develop and execute strategies that align editorial content with digital product innovation.
• Prioritize content production and product features based on audience needs and business goals.
• Identify and evaluate new opportunities to expand Malaysiakini’s reach and impact.

Product Development and Execution

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of digital products, from ideation to launch.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including editors, designers, engineers, and analysts, to create high-quality and user-centric products.
• Lead initiatives to optimize user experience across platforms, ensuring content is accessible, engaging, and impactful.

User-Centric Content Delivery

• Apply design thinking principles to ensure the seamless presentation of content across devices and formats.
• Understand audience behavior and preferences to inform product decisions and content curation.
• Innovate storytelling methods using emerging digital tools and techniques.

Data-Driven Decision Making

• Leverage analytics to measure content and product performance, identifying areas for improvement.
• Use data insights to inform strategic decisions, enhance user engagement, and achieve business objectives.

Collaboration and Leadership

• Act as a liaison between editorial and technical teams to ensure alignment on goals and priorities.
• Communicate the vision and progress of projects to stakeholders across the organization.
• Champion a culture of innovation and collaboration within the team.

Qualifications

Specific Skills

• Journalism Acumen: A strong understanding of editorial workflows and storytelling techniques, with the ability to identify and leverage digital storytelling opportunities.
• Design Thinking: Experience designing user-centric digital products with an emphasis on content presentation and accessibility.
• Technical Fluency: Familiarity with web development processes, UX design principles, and digital publishing tools.
• Data Analytics: Proficiency in using analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand audience engagement and inform product decisions.

General Skills

• Business Acumen: Ability to balance editorial and financial goals, ensuring products drive both audience satisfaction and revenue.
• Prototyping: Skill in creating visual aids and prototypes to communicate ideas to stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Creative and strategic thinker capable of addressing complex challenges.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to articulate ideas and build consensus.
• Leadership: Proven ability to inspire and guide cross-functional teams towards shared objectives.
• Empathy: Deep understanding of user needs and motivations to deliver impactful and engaging products.

Perks & Benefits

• Commission and bonus
• Allowance (travel stipends, transportation, etc.)
• Nearby public transport
• Central location
• Casual dress code
• Free snacks / Happy hours
• Personal leave
• Personal development opportunities
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid training and development
• Remote work flexibility