We are currently hiring for three positions:
- Digital Communications Manager
- Part-time Editor – Remote (Min. 10 hours per week)
- Part-Time Analyst (Min. $900 per month, depending on level of contributions)
Digital Communications Manager – Part-time in-person [Seoul] or remote
20 hours per week
About Us
Korea Risk Group is a leading organization specializing in news, analysis, and events focused on Korean Peninsula affairs. We’re seeking a detail-oriented bilingual journalist to join our reporting team in Seoul.
Position Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and highly creative Digital Communications Manager to lead Korea Risk Group’s digital marketing and communication strategies. This pivotal role will focus on driving interest in our content, subscriptions, audience engagement, and event promotion through innovative, multi-channel campaigns. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in digital marketing, social media management, and content strategy, along with a keen eye for graphic design and a passion for analytics-driven growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the creation and optimization of effective copy and visually appealing posts across all social media assets.
- Develop and execute innovative, multi-channel marketing campaigns to drive subscriptions, improve retention, and grow audience reach.
- Collaborate with editorial and social media teams to create compelling content marketing initiatives and high-profile event promotions.
- Implement targeted social media marketing activities, such as lead magnets and AMAs, to boost visibility and subscriptions.
- Establish partnerships with organizations and influencers to enhance brand reach and credibility.
- Supercharge YouTube and video presence, leveraging podcast and event content.
- Act as a graphic design guru, ensuring digital assets are visually engaging and on-brand.
- Use data-driven insights to refine and optimize marketing strategies for maximum impact and ROI.
Qualifications
- Strong expertise in multi-channel marketing, including social media, email marketing, and paid digital campaigns.
- Advanced graphic design skills, with proficiency in tools like Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva) and AI-based design platforms.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to craft engaging, audience-focused content.
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to track and interpret campaign performance metrics to inform decisions.
- Expertise in social media management platforms and marketing tools such as Hootsuite, Buffer, SEMrush, or similar tools.
- Familiarity with SEO, content marketing strategies, and keyword optimization. Basic video editing skills are a plus.
What We Offer
- Monthly salary range: 2,000,000 – 3,500,000 KRW (commensurate with experience)
- Professional development opportunities
- Dynamic, international work environment
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful journalism and research
How to Apply
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and relevant work samples to [email protected] as soon as possible. Applications are being considered on a rolling basis: Once we find an appropriate candidate, the listing will be removed. Include “Digital Communications Manager – [Your Name]” in the subject line.
Part-time Editor – Remote (Min. 10 hours per week)
About Us
Korea Risk Group is a leading organization specializing in news, analysis, and events focused on Korean Peninsula affairs. We’re seeking a detail-oriented editor to join our remote team.
Position Overview
NK News is seeking a dedicated and flexible remote part-time editor to support our editorial operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for editing content during key morning hours (6-8AM KT), being on-call for breaking news on weekends, covering for other editors during their time off, and managing our newsletter schedule.
Key Responsibilities
- Edit and publish articles daily from 6am-8am KST, ensuring timely coverage of breaking news.
- Be available on-call during weekends to edit and publish any urgent breaking news stories.
- Cover editing responsibilities for other editors during their planned time off (PTO).
- Manage and optimize the scheduling of our newsletter releases.
- Collaborate with the editorial team to maintain high standards of accuracy, clarity, and journalistic integrity.
Qualifications
- At least two years of professional editing experience, ideally in a news or media organization.
- Strong command of English grammar, punctuation, and style.
- Familiarity with AP style is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and make sound editorial judgments under tight deadlines.
- Flexibility to be on-call during weekends and cover for other editors as needed.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
What We Offer
- Monthly salary: $800-$1200 for core Monday to Friday hours (10 per week), additional hours for expanded support during busy periods and weekend stories compensated on an additional basis
- Fully remote work with flexible hours.
- Dynamic, international work environment.
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful journalism and research.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and relevant work samples to [email protected] as soon as possible. Applications are being considered on a rolling basis: Once we find an appropriate candidate, the listing will be removed. Include “Remote Part-Time Editor – [Your Name]” in the subject line.
Part-Time Analyst (Min. $900 per month, depending on level of contributions)
Korea Risk Group | Seoul, South Korea
About Us
NK PRO is seeking a knowledgeable and analytical part-time remote analyst to contribute to our industry-leading coverage. The successful candidate will be responsible for writing our daily Executive briefing, producing our monthly “Month in Review” feature, and delivering weekly in-depth analyses on the latest North Korea-related developments.
Key Responsibilities
- Write and publish the daily executive briefing, providing key stakeholders with a concise overview of the most important news and insights.
- Produce the “Month in Review” feature every month, offering a comprehensive look at the previous month’s major events and trends.
- Deliver weekly in-depth analyses on the latest North Korea-related news developments, providing context and expert insights for our readers.
- Monitor and analyze North Korean political, economic, and military developments, as well as inter-Korean relations and U.S.-North Korea dynamics.
- Collaborate with the editorial and research teams to identify key trends, develop story ideas, and maintain the highest standards of analytical rigor.
Qualifications
- At least three years of academic experience in analyzing North Korean affairs, U.S.-North Korea relations, or a closely related field.
- Advanced degree in political science, international relations, Asian studies, or a related discipline is preferred.
- Excellent English writing skills with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively.
- Strong research and analytical skills, with a keen eye for identifying key trends and insights.
- Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality, timely analysis under deadlines.
- Familiarity with North Korean media, government statements, and propaganda is a plus.
What We Offer
- Minimum $900 per month for daily Executive Briefing and Month in Review authorship.
- Additional analytic contributions paid on a per-article basis in line with company rates.
- Fully remote work
- Professional development opportunities.
- Dynamic, international work environment.
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful research and analysis.
How to Apply
- Please submit your resume, cover letter, and relevant work samples to [email protected] as soon as possible.
- Applications are being considered on a rolling basis: Once we find an appropriate candidate, the listing will be removed.
- Include “Part-time Analyst – [Your Name]” in the subject line.
