PIRAMEDIA SEJAHTERA ABADI, PT (RED PIRAMID)

18 Maret 2008 ·

WRITER
Typical work activities are likely to include some or all of the following:
  • utilising application and discipline to write and rewrite continuously, and maintain originality;
  • developing the technical skills of writing and methods for creative and imaginative thought;
  • using literary skills to develop themes and storylines, whilst making characters and plots believable;
  • working to tight deadlines, especially for theatre, screen and radio;
  • researching stories and characters;
  • undertaking factual research for writing projects using a variety of methods, and verifying factual content;
  • conducting interviews with people either face-to-face, over the telephone or by email;
  • submitting material for publication in the required and expected format;
  • rewriting and adapting own material and the work of others for alternative formats, e.g. adapting novels for stage or radio/television broadcast;
  • exercising self-discipline and time management skills to organise writing in conjunction with developing financial management/self-employment skills;
  • working alone for much of the time; persevering with the solitary nature of the work;
  • encouraging and acting upon critical feedback in the most appropriate manner;
  • liaising with publishers, agents, script editors, producers and directors;
  • finding and pursuing publication opportunities and staying positive and determined in the face of rejection;
  • maintaining a realistic knowledge of the publication market and the energy and enthusiasm needed to succeed;
  • attending courses and participating in workshops to improve and build upon writing skills;
  • appearing at public readings and book signings.

Main Purpose of Role

  • Produce agreed well-written and accurate management content within set deadlines
  • Research agreed materials to be included in the book, within set deadlines

Core responsibilities

  • Write features as agreed
  • Thorough research of new destinations, hotels, tours, activities, etc.
  • Checking details of the topic
  • Create user-review feedback on featured hotels, restaurants, tours, activities as required

Essential skills, experience and abilities

  • Experience of writing, preferably for different types of media, e.g. web, book, magazine
  • Ability to write reviews and features in a descriptive but concise style
  • Internet savvy
  • Willingness to travel as required
Desirable skills, experience and abilities
  • Experience of writing for different types of media, e.g. web, book, magazine
  • Formal qualification in writing / journalism / English / Indonesia
  • Significant experience of independent travel in the specific region
  • Understanding of Search Engine Optimisation and writing for the web

Desirable personal qualities

  • Self-motivated and proactive
  • Resilient
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Ability to work outside the team / office environment
  • Quick-learner
  • Thorough, good attention to detail
  • Passionate about travel
  • Enthusiastic

Please send your application and recent pthotograph ( is a must )no later than 10 (ten) days after issuance of this advertisement to:


redpiramid@yahoo.com