Work for Time Out Tokyo / Original Inc

To apply for any of these positions, email your application to jobs[at]timeout.jp.

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Writer

Context of the role:

Time Out Tokyo is currently looking for a full-time writer to join our editorial team. They will be working on our website, magazine and other English-language publications, and will be assigned to cover tasks as diverse as reporting, writing, proofreading and interacting with clients and other third parties. 

Role and responsibilities:

• Conducting thorough research and organising information from various sources
• Collaborating with team members to generate strategies and ideas
• Crafting well-researched content with a focus on relevant keywords to grow organic traffic
• Generating clear and engaging copy and headlines
• Writing for diverse formats including listings, listicles, long-form, social media posts and captions
• Creating and maintaining a content calendar to ensure timely delivery of materials
• Ensuring consistency in writing tone and style across content
• Coordinating with designers to align written content with design and layout
• Proofreading content produced by colleagues for quality assurance

Who we are looking for:

• Outstanding command of the English language – both written and verbal communication – especially with grammar, punctuation and syntax
• Excellent research, observation and analytical skills, with a good eye for story and an ability to digest and break down complex ideas/concepts
• Specialist knowledge in any of the fields covered by Time Out (Food & Drink, Art, Music, etc) is considered an asset, but candidates are expected to have a broad interest in lifestyle-, culture- and Japan-related topics and issues
• Detail-oriented, methodical, organised, and the ability to stick to deadlines
• Able to work under pressure and with minimal supervision
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, or a related field 
• Preferably with experience in editorial/publishing or related fields
• Experience in social media will be advantageous
• Proficiency in Japanese (speaking, reading and/or writing) will be an advantage
• Resident in Tokyo with valid working visa

If you feel like you would make a great addition to our English-language team, please send your CV and writing samples to jobs@timeout.jp. 

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Deputy Editor

Context of the role:

You will be expected to work collaboratively with the existing digital and print teams (both English and Japanese). You should have extensive skills in editing both a magazine and a website. Social media knowledge and experience are necessary. This is a Tokyo-based position.

Main duties and responsibilities: 

• You will be expected to appreciate and execute the company’s editorial ‘house style’, for which training will be provided.
• Assist the Editor-in-Chief in editing, sub-editing and publishing listings, news, features and multimedia. Generating compelling content for both print and web.
• Responsible for the publication of Original Inc’s editorial and commercial content as well as any associated print/digital products.
• While you’ll primarily work on English content, there will be translation work involved (mostly from Japanese to English).
• Assist in executing social media platform updates; helping to grow audience and reach. 
• You will manage a team of writers, editorial assistant and freelancers, who will assist in the performance of your overall duties.
• Liaising with Marketing and Sales teams to coordinate events, promotions and marketing opportunities.
• Generating ideas and monitoring a range of media sources to develop and extend editorial coverage in innovative ways.
• Acting as the brand ambassador, as required, at public events.

Requirements:

• Candidates must possess at least a Diploma, Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma, any field.
• Excellent command of the English language with good communication skills (written and verbal).
• Japanese language skills are necessary (at least intermediary, reading/comprehension and verbal).
• Able to deliver high quality work on time and work under pressure.
• You should be well organised, a good multi-tasker and tenacious in character.
• Interest in and knowledge of the local lifestyle entertainment scene is highly advantageous, so is knowledge and/or experience in digital media and sub-editing.
• Candidate who is living in Tokyo with a valid working visa is preferable.
• At least 3 years’ experience in a related field is preferable.

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Full-time sales position

Context of the role:

You’ll be working with the sales team in planning creative solutions for clients. Your primary role will be corresponding with clients and recommending advertising solutions and other promotional plans. You’ll also be responsible for finding new sales leads through business directories, client referrals, etc, as well as managing projects that involve business partnerships and collaborations.

Who we’re looking for:

• Someone with experience in sales (especially in ad agencies, digital, IT and/or media companies)
• Bilingual candidates who can speak both English and Japanese are preferred
• Basic computer skills are necessary (Internet, e-mail, Excel, PowerPoint and Word)
• Basic knowledge of creating a sales presentation is advantageous

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