Content Lead (Philippines)

Fancy yourself a jack of all trades when it comes to content creation? Do you have a not-so-secret love for storytelling and delivering meaningful content through various mediums, from writing articles to producing videos, podcast episodes, and more? If you believe the sky’s the limit when it comes to content and you like the idea of making financial literacy fun again, then this is the role for you. The Simple Sum is on the hunt for the next content whiz, who has a genuine interest in personal finance, and is not afraid to experiment and try new ideas (yes, even the outrageous ones). Bonus points if you’re not afraid to crunch numbers every once in a while (because, you know, finance).

Responsibilities:

  • Be the lead and barometer for finance-related content that will be useful for young Filipinos
  • Manage and oversee the editorial calendar and get heavily involved in content brainstorming and ideation on a weekly to monthly basis
  • Engage in and lead brainstorming sessions for collaborative work with our partners, from government agencies to banks
  • Craft compelling copy and storylines for TSS’ signature comics, covering a wide range of financial topics from budgeting to investing
  • Come up with creative podcast episode ideas and assist with pre-production (scripting) and post-production (editing)
  • Write short- or long-form articles on financial topics as needed
  • Create engaging content for our Instagram account, from IG Stories to eye-catching social media posts and captions
  • Proofread and edit other team members’ work, from our comics to articles, and carry out fact-checking as needed
  • Manage freelance writers as needed, and make sure they stick to the given deadlines

Requirements:

  • Excellent proficiency in written English
  • Proven work experience as an editor and/or writer
  • A genuine interest in personal finance
  • Attention to detail
  • Hands-on experience with Content Management Systems (e.g. WordPress)
  • Familiarity with SEO and keyword research
  • Visual design experience, such as infographic design a bonus

TSS is a go-to source for personal finance empowerment. We help young adults understand financial concepts and the pathways open to them, via content that’s entertaining and informative.