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I’m Esther Faith Lew, a versatile editor with over 20 years of experience in public relations, communications, advertising, journalism and content marketing.
I’m adept at crafting story angles that suit different topics and platforms, and I drive 360-degree communication strategies to amplify brand narratives. I’ve launched media platforms that became leading brands in their fields and achieved double YOY media coverage, including over S$1 million in PR exposure for company and CEO profiling across news and industry trade outlets.
Experience Level
Expert
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Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Communications Practitioner at LEW PR
August 1, 2023 - PresentDrive communications plans and deliverables for travel and hospitality clients in Thailand; lead communications launch for a Dubai-funded luxury property developer in Thailand; perform media outreach, press release distribution and media events; host journalists on international media trips; manage media engagement, press releases and events for product launches; develop content for articles, newsletters and social media; strategize and execute content marketing and social media advertising activations.
APAC Editor at Little Black Book
June 1, 2022 - March 31, 2023Launch AUNZ weekly newsletter to engage lbbonline.com members; cover Singapore and India markets; build relationships with APAC member agencies and production houses; Achievements include increasing content views for AU/NZ and improving rankings for key markets.
Senior Editor (Contract) at Northstar Travel Group
October 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022Create news content for Travel Weekly Asia and Meetings & Conventions Asia (print and digital); develop content marketing materials for tourism and hospitality clients; curate conference content and chair CruiseWorld Asia 2022.
Senior Editor at Epicure, Media Group
January 1, 2021 - November 30, 2021Drive reader and client engagement with creative strategic content for Epicure magazine online and print; develop content marketing proposals to amplify client integrated marketing strategies.
Assistant Director, PR & Communications at SingEx Holdings
January 1, 2019 - January 31, 2021Establish thought leadership and drive end-to-end communications plans; write and deploy content via press releases, corporate speeches, opinion articles, social media, digital content, case studies, and features; drive B2B traffic to SingEx Exhibitions through PR strategies and media pitching; manage media relations at industry events such as CaREhab, Tyrexpo, World Rubber Summit, IoT Asia/Last Mile Fulfilment Asia, and Industrial Transformation Asia Pacific.
Editor in Chief at Northstar Travel Media
August 1, 2015 - November 30, 2018Launched Meetings & Conventions Asia B2B print and digital platforms; managed editorial processes for Travel Weekly Asia; spearheaded digital native advertising and client marketing projects; curated programs and content for CruiseWorld Asia; managed on-site live editorial production for major events.
Senior Group Editor at Regent Media
July 1, 2011 - July 31, 2015Published lifestyle and corporate magazines for BBC and Lonely Planet (BBC GoodFood, Lonely Planet Traveller, Escape!, food&travel, Corporate Traveller); led a six-person editorial team; planned editorial lineups and coordinated photoshoots; collaborated with sales and marketing to support client needs and networked at media events.
Senior Sub-Editor at TTG Asia Media & Edipresse Media Asia
July 1, 2010 - July 31, 2011Copy-edited and produced high-quality editorial content for TTG Asia and Edipresse Media Asia; wrote articles for Singapore Tatler; collaborated with Editor-in-Chief and clients to refine copy for advertorials and special titles; produced onsite coverage for travel trade and MICE exhibitions.
Executive Sub-Editor/Editor at SPH Magazines
December 1, 2006 - June 30, 2010Proofread, review and edit magazines for Specialist and Luxury Titles; ensured quality, accuracy, and presentation prior to publication.
Senior Editor at Northstar Travel Group
October 1, 2021 - June 1, 2022Created news content for Travel Weekly Asia and Meetings & Conventions Asia (print & digital); produced content marketing materials for tourism and hospitality clients; curated conference content and chaired CruiseWorld Asia 2022.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (2nd Class Honors) in English Literature at University of London
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1999Diploma in Mass Communications at Ngee Ann Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1995Bachelor of Arts, English Literature (2nd Class Honors) at University of London
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1999Diploma in Mass Communications at Ngee Ann Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1995Bachelor of Arts, English Literature, 2nd Class Honors at University of London
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1999Diploma in Mass Communications at Ngee Ann Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1995Qualifications
WSQ Digital Marketing Strategy
January 1, 2023 - February 16, 2026WSQ Digital Advertising
January 1, 2023 - February 16, 2026WSQ Social Media Marketing
January 1, 2023 - February 16, 2026NICF WSQ Content Marketing Strategy
January 1, 2021 - February 16, 2026WSQ Search Engine Optimisation
January 1, 2021 - February 16, 2026WSQ Digital Marketing Strategy
January 1, 2023 - February 16, 2026WSQ Digital Advertising
January 1, 2023 - February 16, 2026WSQ Social Media Marketing
January 1, 2023 - February 16, 2026NICF WSQ Content Marketing Strategy
January 1, 2021 - February 16, 2026WSQ Search Engine Optimisation
January 1, 2021 - February 16, 2026WSQ Digital Marketing Strategy
January 1, 2023 - February 19, 2026WSQ Digital Advertising
January 1, 2023 - February 19, 2026WSQ Social Media Marketing
January 1, 2023 - February 19, 2026NICF WSQ Content Marketing Strategy
January 1, 2021 - February 19, 2026WSQ Search Engine Optimisation
January 1, 2021 - February 19, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Education, Other
Experience Level
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