Producer Editor

FIXED-TERM FULL-TIME JOB VACANCY
PRODUCER EDITOR
Multimedia Division 
Multiple Locations Considered 
Application Deadline: January 1, 2026

The Media Department of Human Rights Watch (HRW) is seeking a Producer Editor to help extend our reach into Chinese language audiences in Asia. Working with the Multimedia team, the Producer Editor will be passionate about human rights and digital media and have experience in video and motion graphics, who can use all the tools available to engage and grow the audience for our material in English and Chinese and potentially other Southeast Asian languages.

This is a one year fixed-term full-time position that will report to Multimedia Deputy Director based in London and will be based in one of the following locations: Australia, Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Nepal, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand or South Korea. The successful candidate may have the option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

1. Ability to develop, research, storyboard and edit video and animated engaging content on some HRW Chinese language social channels such as X, Instagram, Facebook, Telegram and YouTube.
2. Share and publish content that will further HRW’s global advocacy objectives with an emphasis on video and audio products;
3. Work with HRW’s Asia Division to produce content specifically for social media that might appeal to a Chinese and non-Chinese speaking audiences in Southeast Asia.
4. Monitor and report back analytics on the performance of content;
5. Actively monitor social media for breaking news and trending topic opportunities for Southeast Asia audience;
6. Deliver outputs in a timely manner and be consistent with the agreed strategy and priorities of the Media Department;
7. Help research alternative platforms to explore possible new pathways to Chinese and non-Chinese speaking audiences in Southeast Asia.
8. Help maintain collaborative HRW culture with a positive attitude; and
9. Perform other tasks as required.

Qualifications:

Education: A bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in journalism, multimedia, social sciences, international relations or relevant studies is required.

Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of experience of working in broadcast journalism, video production, social media or a similar field is required.

Related Skills and Knowledge: 

1. Exceptional oral and written communication skills in Chinese (Mandarin) and English and translation experience is required;
2. Fluency in traditional Chinese writing system and another Southeast Asian language e.g. Malay (Indonesian or Malaysian), is highly desirable.
3. Knowledge of leading graphic, audio, and video tools including Adobe Suite, Premiere Pro and After Effects. Proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop is desired and working knowledge of Mac OS;
4. A deep understanding and track record working on social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn, WhatsApp and what sorts of content best engages audiences on these platforms is required;
5. Experience working in Southeast Asia is required;
6. Proven track record as a writer and/or editor is required;
7. Strong online/Microsoft Office skills are required;
8. Excellent communication skills, self-motivated, creative problem-solver, highly organized, and demonstrates the ability to work well as a member of a team in a fast-paced environment are required;
9. Flexibility in responding quickly to events as they occur and producing excellent written material under tight deadlines is required;
10. Proven ability to collaborate and work cross-functionally is required.
11. Experience working closely with content teams is required.
12. 'Must be able to demonstrate experience as a social media manager, including examples of social media platforms and tools used?
13. Ability to express ideas clearly and logically is required. Ability to recognize social media opportunities. Experience with translation workflows is a plus;
14. Experience with a wire service, newspaper, or online journalism site or other news organization in Asia is desirable;
15. A broad range of knowledge about human rights and international affairs is desirable;

Salary and Benefits: HRW seeks exceptional applicants and offers competitive compensation and employer-paid benefits.

How to Apply: Please apply immediately by 1 January, 2026 by visiting our online job portal at careers.hrw.org and attaching a cover letter and a resume or CV. No calls or email inquiries, please. Applications must be complete to receive considerations, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application submission, or if you require a disability-related accommodation during the application process, please email recruitment@hrw.org. Due to the large response, application submissions via email will not be accepted and inquiries regarding the status of applications will go unanswered.

Human Rights Watch is strong because it is diverse. We actively seek a diverse applicant pool and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Human Rights Watch does not discriminate on the basis of disability, age, gender identity and expression, national origin, race and ethnicity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or criminal record. We welcome all kinds of diversity. Our employees include people who are parents and nonparents, the self-taught and university educated, and from a wide span of socio-economic backgrounds and perspectives on the world. Human Rights Watch is an equal opportunity employer.

Human Rights Watch is an international human rights research and advocacy organization known for its in-depth investigations, its incisive and timely reporting, its innovative and high-profile advocacy campaigns, and its success in changing the human rights-related policies and practices of governments and international institutions.