Job Summary
| Position Title | Deputy Editor |
|---|---|
| Hiring Organization | ITP Media Group |
| Base Salary | AED |
| Job Schedule | Full Time |
| Required Degree | Bachelor's Degree |
| Required Skills | Strong Industry Reputation |
| Joining | Immediately |
| Nationality | Any |
| Languages | English |
Position Details
- Looking for an ambitious Deputy Editor to produce entertaining, engaging and innovative content across Time Out Abu Dhabi’s digital and print products
- The ideal candidate will have their finger on the pulse of Abu Dhabi’s lifestyle scene, a nose for new and emerging trends, and a passion for all manner of copy from inspiring listicles to in-depth features and interviews with fascinating subjects
- The Deputy Editor must be passionate about storytelling and editorial innovation, from mobile-first story structures to video content, as well as ooze enthusiasm for unearthing the best experiences in the UAE capital
- The ideal candidate has a track record of unveiling news exclusives and producing high-quality media products, as well as thinking big and outside the box with original story ideas
- A digital-first mentality is essential
Responsibilities
- Work to ensure Time Out is the first to break news of happenings within the brand’s remit, quickly identifying subjects, topics and events that will make compelling content pieces and making sure they’re executed in line with our overall brand strategy
- Work with the Editor and Time Out GCC’s Head of Content and Editorial Director to ensure ALL content reflects Time Out’s overall editorial strategy and meets brand guidelines
- Work with a small, but talented editorial to populate an editorial calendar that features both news, features and seasonal long-term evergreen content
- Keep it current, identifying commercial and audience opportunities within it and communicating them to other teams
- Generate social-friendly digital packages to be pushed across all social platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, newsletters, Facebook and more
- Support the sales team by generating content strategies and establishing good relationships PRs
- Have your finger on the pulse of the local scene; use your professional contacts and social-media networks to be the first to identify the next big thing
Requirements
- Able to work efficiently under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Bursting with a wealth of ideas that can be used across all Time Out platforms
- Passionate about unearthing new experiences and discovering the best of their city
- The ability to write copy in line with highest editorial standards
- Is excited by the challenge of last-minute projects
- A strong industry reputation
- (desired)
- Flexibility and a professional approach at all times
- Education: Must be educated to degree level or equivalent industry qualification
- Languages: English
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