Jobs and internships

Time Out Hong Kong is looking for freelance writers based in Macau with exceptional writing and strong communication skills to contribute stories about the city and be an integral part of the editorial team. We are looking for contributors who are well-versed in current trends and always in the know about what's happening in Macau. If you are passionate about Macau's thriving food and drink scene, lifestyle, arts and culture, and city life and have a talent for writing engaging and informative content, this gig is for you.    

If you’re interested to apply, please send a CV and samples of your work to tatum.ancheta@timeout.com or editor.hk@timeout.com with the subject line marked 'Freelance writer application"

Reckon you’ve got what it takes to write for Time Out? We’re looking for highly motivated, ambitious and creatively charged people to intern with us. The internship will require you to get involved in all aspects and sections of the magazine, contributing to broad-ranging feature stories, researching and writing. If you’re looking to dip your feet into all areas of our print and online publications, we’d encourage you to apply for this position. Go on. Please note that the positions are unpaid.

For editorial internships, the following criteria are required: 

• Strong English and/or Chinese writing abilities
• Good organisational skills
• A voracious appetite to learn
• A wealth of ideas
• Able to make a 10-week commitment
• The right to work/intern in Hong Kong
• Knowledge of digital video production and editing

The following criteria are preferred, but not essential:

• University graduate
• Fluent knowledge of Cantonese
• An encyclopaedic knowledge of Hong Kong

If you’re interested to apply, please send a CV and samples of your work to tatum.ancheta@timeout.com or editor.hk@timeout.com with the subject line marked 'Internship Applications'.

For those with an eye for design, look no further. We’re seeking a design and production intern to assist our awesome team of designers with the production of our quarterly magazine and other custom projects. The role would involve generating art for our site, social media platforms, newsletter, custom projects and much more.

The position would be unpaid, but it’s a fun gig with consistent work and a laid-back atmosphere that offers a great deal of creative freedom. We welcome ideas, creativity and all of that fun stuff.

The ideal candidate should be studying or have a relevant diploma or degree in design and should be a pro at Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator. Knowledge of video production and Premiere Pro is a bonus.

If you’re interested or have any questions, send a CV and samples of your work to phoebe.cheng@timeout.com with the subject line marked 'Internship Applications'.

We’re looking for highly motivated, ambitious and marketing and sales savvy people to intern with us. The internship will require you to be involved with all aspects of the Commercial department, liaising with internal stakeholders, clients and suppliers. If you’re looking to expose yourself and gain experience in the media and entertainment industry, we’d encourage you to apply. Please note that the position is unpaid.

Internship scope:

• Assist in marketing-related activities including events planning, logistics and execution where relevant, working closely with the Regional Commercial Director, editorial and design teams
• Work with the commercial team and clients to coordinate advertising campaign implementation such as facilitating creative assets and bookings across Time Out platforms
• Develop post-campaign reports
• Monitor digital traffic across website / social media / EDM, to analyse performance and effectiveness
  Manage readers' contests, product giveaways
• Assist with Time Out’s audience/user growth strategy
• Assist with print distribution strategy

For marketing internships, the following criteria are required:

• Strong English and/or Chinese writing and communication abilities
• Good organisational skills
• A voracious appetite to learn
• A wealth of ideas
• Able to make a minimum 10-week commitment
• The right to work/intern in Hong Kong

If you’re interested, please send a CV and any samples of your work to jobs.tohk@timeout.com with the subject line marked 'Internship Applications'.