Deputy Editor, Time Out Jeddah (Arabic Speaker)

Deputy Editor, Time Out Jeddah (Arabic Speaker) - ITP Media Group

Date Posted: Jan 22, 2023

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Job Detail

Location:

Jeddah , Saudi Arabia
Company:

ITP Media Group
Type:

Full Time/Permanent
Shift:

First Shift (Day)
Career Level:

NA
Positions:

1
Experience:

4-5 years
Gender:

No Preference
Degree:

NA
Apply Before:

Apr 22, 2023

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Job Description

ITP Media Group (ITP) is one of the largest media companies in the Middle East, with a portfolio of more than 80 brands. The company delivers quality up to date content to its readers, viewers, delegates and guests through digital, print, events, awards, video content, social media platforms and social media influencers. These brands include major international and regional names such as Time Out, Arabian Business, Harper’s Bazaar, Construction Week, Esquire, and GQ.

Time Out GCC is looking for a talented, energetic Arabic-speaking and writing Deputy Editor to deliver exciting, engaging content across Time Out Jeddah’s digital, social and print products. You must be passionate about storytelling and editorial innovation, enthusiastic about unearthing the best experiences in Saudi, and have a track record of producing high quality media products.

This role works exclusively on Time Out’s Arabic-language products and platforms, but alongside and in daily communication with Time Out’s English-language products in the region, ensuring consistency across platforms and brands.

Requirements

Key responsibilities

Support the Group Editor in the overall production, execution and management of Time Out Jeddah’s Arabic-language digital, social, print and events products in Jeddah.
Plan, write, commission, edit and proof content, making sure content is executed in line with Time Out’s SEO and social strategies.
Pitch and write content covering a wide range of topics and formats on a daily basis, from short news posts to in-depth features, fun best-of listicles to comprehensive listings directories.
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.
Regularly post and create content, which may include sponsored or offer based content, to social media.
Work to create successful video content relevant to your products, be ready to jump front-of-camera when required.
·Work with a small, but talented editorial to populate an editorial calendar. Keep it current, identifying commercial and audience opportunities within it and communicating them to other teams.
Work with the Group Editor and Time Out GCC’s Editorial Director to ensure ALL content reflects Time Out’s overall editorial strategy and meets brand guidelines.
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.
Embrace Time Out’s digital-first philosophy. A strong background in digital publishing is absolutely essential.
Act as an effective brand ambassador for Time Out in the market.
Assume responsibilities of the Group Editor during periods of annual leave.
Be driven by the prospect of one day becoming the Editor.

Personal attributes and essential skills

A doer.
Superb organisational skills.
Excellent grasp and understanding of SEO best practice.
Data driven and excited by analytics.
Highest standard of accuracy and attention to detail, proficient in sub-editing and proofing.
Able to work creatively and efficiently under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Bursting with a wealth of ideas that can be used across all Time Out platforms.
The ability to write copy in line with highest digital editorial standards.
Is excited by the challenge of last-minute projects.
A strong industry reputation. (desired)
Flexibility and a professional approach at all times.
Software: Adobe InDesign (essential); WordPress, Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop (desirable).
Education: Must be educated to degree level or equivalent industry qualification.
Languages: Fluent spoken Arabic, English. Written Arabic essential, fluent written English desirable.

Benefits

Being an ITP employee is an opportunity to be part of the largest content creation house in the region and provides the luxury of working with global brands and experienced industry leaders. To ensure we invest in the development of our team, employees are given access to a variety of learning resources and exciting career development opportunities.

We believe in recognizing the passionate efforts of our team members. Our employees are rewarded by competitive tax-free remuneration, medical insurance and a generous leave entitlement scheme. ITP employees also enjoy a variety of staff offers at many local restaurants, salons, hotels and service providers

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