Editor, Publications and Interpretation

WE TAKE YOU ABOVE BEYOND Take your passion to the next level and work alongside other masters of their craft to build a fulfilling and rewarding career at Marina Bay Sands. Job Responsibilities The ideal candidate will bring editorial judgement, intellectual curiosity, bilingual capability and strong project management skills. Key responsibilities include: i) Editorial Strategy and Standards • Develop and champion editorial standards for ArtScience Museum and Attractions across various platforms and public programmes. • Ensure consistent tone, style, terminology and institutional voice, adapting language for different audiences and formats. • Advise on structure, hierarchy, accessibility and readability for exhibition texts, labels, scripts, webpages and learning resources. ii) Publications • Lead editorial development for publications, brochures, essays, guides and partner print materials. • Work with curators, artists, writers, designers, publishers, translators and partners to shape content from concept to final proof. • Commission, edit and proofread all written content across all digital and print materials • Manage schedules, version control, proofreading stages and final sign-off to ensure consistent and timely delivery. • Ensure publications meet standards for accuracy, accessibility, permissions, image crediting and quality. iii) Museum Interpretation for Exhibitions • Work with curators, exhibition teams, internal and external partners to develop interpretative frameworks from concept to installation. • Translate artistic, scientific, technological and cultural ideas into clear, engaging and accurate language for broad audiences. • Support content hierarchies, visitor journeys and layered interpretation for both general and specialist audiences. iv) Website and Digital Content • Create and oversee website content acting as the interface between Musuem and MBS marketing and digital teams • Ensure web copy is accurate, timely, audience-focused and aligned with brand, campaign and ticketing needs. • Adapt long-form curatorial, educational and programme content into concise, searchable and accessible digital copy. • Ensure digital content follows editorial standards, accessibility principles, SEO considerations and bilingual requirements. v) Education and Public Programmes Content • Work with the team to develop and edit learning resources, festival copy, event descriptions, biographies, programme notes, workshop materials and scripts. • Ensure content for schools, families, educators, general visitors and specialist audiences is clear, age-appropriate and inclusive. • Collaborate with producers and educators on language for talks, workshops, tours, screenings, festivals and community engagement. vi) Bilingual English/Mandarin Content Development • Provide high-quality English writing, editing, proofreading and quality assurance with sensitivity to tone, nuance and register. • Review and quality check Mandarin content, translations and bilingual materials for accuracy, cultural appropriateness and visitor experience. • Work with translators, vendors and stakeholders to manage bilingual workflows, terminology and consistency. vii) Work within the Marina Bay Sands Operating Environment • Work with senior managers and colleagues across the Museum and wider Attractions portfolio to support effective communication on key content matters. • Work collaboratively across Marina Bay Sands, including Marketing, Communications, Legal, Compliance, Finance, Procurement and other departments. • Work flexibly, including evenings and weekends when necessary. Job Requirements Education & Certification • Degree in English, Literature, Art History, Museum Studies, Publishing, Journalism, Communications, Translation, Chinese Studies or a related field. • Postgraduate qualification or equivalent professional experience in editing, publishing, museum interpretation, translation or communications is advantageous. Experience • At least 4 years’ experience in editing, publishing, museum interpretation, cultural communications, journalism, copywriting, translation or related editorial work. • Track record delivering public-facing content from concept to final delivery across print, digital and/or physical environments. • Experience editing complex material for broad audiences, ideally across art, science, technology, design, culture or interdisciplinary subjects. • Experience managing editorial schedules, proofreading, version control, approvals and content sign-off. Other Prerequisites • Native-level English writing, editing and proofreading ability, with excellent command of grammar, tone, structure and nuance. • Professional Mandarin proficiency, including the ability to review, edit and quality assure Mandarin translations and bilingual materials. • Excellent editorial judgement and the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, accurate, elegant and engaging public-facing language. • Strong understanding of audiences, accessibility, readability and inclusive communication. • Excellent organisation skills and impeccable attention to detail. • Ability to work diplomatically with senior stakeholders, creative practitioners, external partners and cross-functional teams. • Proven experience in project management and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. • High level of cultural literacy and an interest in the intersection of art, science, technology and culture. • Ability to work as part of a team and independently, in an often-pressured environment and fast-paced work environment. • Experience working in a museum, gallery, cultural institution, publisher, media organisation, university, festival or creative agency. • Knowledge of current debates and practices in museum interpretation, accessible writing, bilingual communication and digital content strategy. • Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office and collab…