Required stack
필요 기술
Full-Stack DevelopmentCloud Computing (AWS/Azure)CMS (WordPress)Adobe InDesign (XML/IDML/ExtendScript)API IntegrationAutomation WorkflowDatabase (SQL/NoSQL)GitUI/UX DesignSocial Media APIRich Text Editor
Project brief
프로젝트 내용
Freelance Project Brief: Automated Newspaper Publishing Platform (Web-to-Print + Digital Distribution)
Project Overview
We are seeking an experienced developer or development team to design and implement a fully automated publishing workflow for a regional newspaper operating across multiple townships.
The system will enable:
Remote article submissions from contributors
Editorial review and approval workflow
Automated layout into print-ready templates
Seamless publishing to website and social media channels
The goal is to minimise manual labour, reduce production time, and create a scalable digital-first publishing system that integrates print and online distribution.
Scope of Work
1. Contributor Submission Portal
Secure, user-friendly web interface for journalists and contributors
Role-based access (contributors, editors, admin)
Submission fields:
Article text (rich text editor)
Images/media uploads
Metadata (author, category, location, tags)
Automated file handling and storage
Version control and edit tracking
2. Editorial Workflow System
Dashboard for editors to:
Review, edit, and approve submissions
Request revisions
Status tracking (Draft → Submitted → Edited → Approved → Published)
Notifications (email and/or in-platform)
Audit trail of changes
3. Automated Print Layout Integration
Integration with Adobe InDesign using:
XML/IDML-based templating OR
API/plugin-based automation
Auto-placement of articles into predefined page templates
Support for:
Headlines, body text, images, captions
Multi-page flow and layout rules
Output:
Print-ready PDF for each issue
Optional:
Ad placement zones and templated advertising slots
4. Website Publishing Integration
Integration with CMS such as:
WordPress (preferred) or equivalent
Automatic publishing of approved articles to website
Category/tag mapping from submission metadata
Scheduling capability
SEO-friendly formatting
5. Social Media Automation
Automatic posting of published articles to:
Facebook pages (multiple regional pages)
Ability to:
Customise post text
Include images and article links
Schedule or auto-publish upon approval
6. Multi-Region / Multi-Edition Support
Ability to manage content across 6+ townships
Tagging and filtering by region
Optional:
Automated creation of region-specific print editions
7. System Architecture & Hosting
Cloud-based deployment (AWS, Azure, or similar)
Scalable and secure architecture
Backup and recovery systems
Performance optimisation for multiple concurrent users
8. Automation & Efficiency Focus
Minimise manual intervention wherever possible
Smart content routing (e.g., auto-assign categories/templates)
Bulk operations (approve/publish multiple articles)
Template-driven workflows
Deliverables
Fully functional web-based submission and editorial system
Automated print layout integration (InDesign-compatible)
Live website integration
Social media automation setup
Documentation (user + technical)
Training session (remote)
Ongoing support options (to be quoted separately)
Required Skills & Experience
Proven experience with:
Publishing workflows or newsroom systems
CMS integration (especially WordPress)
API integrations (social media, third-party tools)
Automation and workflow design
Strong knowledge of:
Adobe InDesign scripting (ExtendScript, XML workflows)
Web development (frontend + backend)
Experience building scalable, production-grade systems
Preferred (Highly Regarded)
Experience with editorial systems or media organisations
Familiarity with tools like:
WoodWing Studio
Airtable
Zapier or Make
UX/UI design capability for clean, simple workflows
Timeline
Phase 1 (Core system): 6–10 weeks
Phase 2 (Automation + integrations): 4–8 weeks
Ongoing improvements as required
Budget
Open to proposals.
Expecting a premium, labour-saving solution, not a basic website build.
Proposal Requirements
Please include:
Relevant past projects (especially publishing or automation systems)
Proposed tech stack and architecture
Estimated timeline and cost breakdown
Ongoing maintenance/support options
Objective
To build a modern, automated publishing system that reduces manual production effort, improves consistency, and enables efficient expansion across multiple communities.
Project Overview
We are seeking an experienced developer or development team to design and implement a fully automated publishing workflow for a regional newspaper operating across multiple townships.
The system will enable:
Remote article submissions from contributors
Editorial review and approval workflow
Automated layout into print-ready templates
Seamless publishing to website and social media channels
The goal is to minimise manual labour, reduce production time, and create a scalable digital-first publishing system that integrates print and online distribution.
Scope of Work
1. Contributor Submission Portal
Secure, user-friendly web interface for journalists and contributors
Role-based access (contributors, editors, admin)
Submission fields:
Article text (rich text editor)
Images/media uploads
Metadata (author, category, location, tags)
Automated file handling and storage
Version control and edit tracking
2. Editorial Workflow System
Dashboard for editors to:
Review, edit, and approve submissions
Request revisions
Status tracking (Draft → Submitted → Edited → Approved → Published)
Notifications (email and/or in-platform)
Audit trail of changes
3. Automated Print Layout Integration
Integration with Adobe InDesign using:
XML/IDML-based templating OR
API/plugin-based automation
Auto-placement of articles into predefined page templates
Support for:
Headlines, body text, images, captions
Multi-page flow and layout rules
Output:
Print-ready PDF for each issue
Optional:
Ad placement zones and templated advertising slots
4. Website Publishing Integration
Integration with CMS such as:
WordPress (preferred) or equivalent
Automatic publishing of approved articles to website
Category/tag mapping from submission metadata
Scheduling capability
SEO-friendly formatting
5. Social Media Automation
Automatic posting of published articles to:
Facebook pages (multiple regional pages)
Ability to:
Customise post text
Include images and article links
Schedule or auto-publish upon approval
6. Multi-Region / Multi-Edition Support
Ability to manage content across 6+ townships
Tagging and filtering by region
Optional:
Automated creation of region-specific print editions
7. System Architecture & Hosting
Cloud-based deployment (AWS, Azure, or similar)
Scalable and secure architecture
Backup and recovery systems
Performance optimisation for multiple concurrent users
8. Automation & Efficiency Focus
Minimise manual intervention wherever possible
Smart content routing (e.g., auto-assign categories/templates)
Bulk operations (approve/publish multiple articles)
Template-driven workflows
Deliverables
Fully functional web-based submission and editorial system
Automated print layout integration (InDesign-compatible)
Live website integration
Social media automation setup
Documentation (user + technical)
Training session (remote)
Ongoing support options (to be quoted separately)
Required Skills & Experience
Proven experience with:
Publishing workflows or newsroom systems
CMS integration (especially WordPress)
API integrations (social media, third-party tools)
Automation and workflow design
Strong knowledge of:
Adobe InDesign scripting (ExtendScript, XML workflows)
Web development (frontend + backend)
Experience building scalable, production-grade systems
Preferred (Highly Regarded)
Experience with editorial systems or media organisations
Familiarity with tools like:
WoodWing Studio
Airtable
Zapier or Make
UX/UI design capability for clean, simple workflows
Timeline
Phase 1 (Core system): 6–10 weeks
Phase 2 (Automation + integrations): 4–8 weeks
Ongoing improvements as required
Budget
Open to proposals.
Expecting a premium, labour-saving solution, not a basic website build.
Proposal Requirements
Please include:
Relevant past projects (especially publishing or automation systems)
Proposed tech stack and architecture
Estimated timeline and cost breakdown
Ongoing maintenance/support options
Objective
To build a modern, automated publishing system that reduces manual production effort, improves consistency, and enables efficient expansion across multiple communities.