ITP Media Group
Description:
- The Editor of Time Out Abu Dhabi will primarily be responsible for but not limited to the following:
- Responsible for the overall production, execution and management of Time Out Abu Dhabi across digital, print, video and social products and platforms.
- Editing, proofing and publishing Time Out Abu Dhabi’s daily digital content, ensuring stories are on brand, on time and contribute to daily content quotas and audience targets.
- Leading the ideation and development of creative front covers across Time Out Abu Dhabi’s stable of monthly and seasonal print products.
- Work with other Editors within the Group to make sure goals and projects are aligned, and maintain a strong working relationship with the commercial team.
- Build and maintain an editorial calendar across digital, print, video, audio and social.
- Meeting web traffic and print circulation goals.
- Overseeing Time Out Abu Dhabi’s annual Awards processes.
- Work with the Editorial Director to ensure ALL content reflects overall content / editorial strategy.
- Determine what medium is best suited for a particular content piece and commission internal and/or external writers, producers, designers, photographers, videographers, illustrators, product managers, etc. to make it live on deadline and on budget.
- Ensure Time Out GCC’s editorial standards are met, all relevant copyrights have been cleared, content is optimized for SEO and content meets local and legal guidelines.
- Support the Group Editor, Editorial Director and sales team by being an ambassador for Time Out Abu Dhabi by supporting and helping to develop revenue-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.
- Undertake reviews and attend events outside of office hours.
- Embrace Time Out GCC’s digital-first philosophy. A strong background in digital publishing is essential.
Job Responsibilities:
- Creative individual, bursting with a wealth of ideas that can be used across all platforms
- A demonstrable passion for and excellent knowledge of digital content creation
- Highest standard of accuracy and attention to detail
- Second-to-none eye for copy editing
- Data driven and excited by analytics
- Excellent grasp and understanding of SEO best practice
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Strong problem-solving skills, able to communicate effectively and address challenges with confidence
- Ability to work under pressure with multiple deadlines and stakeholders
- Ability to make decisions and work autonomously, but keen and ready to cooperate with a wider editorial team across multiple brands
- Capable of identifying and adopting best practices
- Strong organization and planning skills with a close attention to detail
- Proven track record demonstrating an understanding business operations and business acumen
- A strong industry reputation
- Flexibility and a professional approach at all times
- Excellent knowledge of WordPress
- Excellent knowledge of SEO best practice
- Excellent knowledge of social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter)
- Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, and PowerPoint is desirable
- Knowledge of Google Analytics
- Proficient in Adobe InDesign
- Proficient in MS Word and Excel
To apply for this job please visit www.careerjet.ae.