Editor, Time Out Dubai

Time Out Dubai is looking for a brilliant, creative and dynamic Editor with multi-platform experience to oversee the creation of its content across digital, social, print and events. You must have a demonstrable passion for editorial innovation, strong understanding of digital best practice, a keen eye for witty, creative covers and experience managing, motivating and mentoring a team in a fast-moving environment. This role is based in ITP Media Group’s Media City HQ in Dubai.

Requirements

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the overall production, execution and management of Time Out Dubai across digital, print, video and social products and platforms, and dedicated airport monthly Time Out DXB.
  
• Manage, motivate and mentor an editorial team, 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.
  
• Drive Time Out Dubai to achieve audience growth targets on digital and social platforms.
  
• Set content strategy and plan editorial calendar across digital, print, video, audio and social.
  
• Edit, proof and publish Time Out Dubai’s daily digital content, ensuring stories are on brand, on time and contribute to daily content quotas and audience targets.
  
• Lead the ideation and development of creative covers across Time Out Dubai’s stable of weekly, monthly and seasonal print products.
  
• In partnership with Time Out’s Group Food Editor, lead Time Out Dubai’s annual Awards processes and seasonal calendar of events.
  
• 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 ALL content reflects Time Out’s overall content / editorial strategy, standards are met, all relevant copyrights have been cleared, content is optimized for SEO and content meets local and legal guidelines.
  
• Act as an ambassador for Time Out in the city, developing strong relationships in the market and maintaining a robust network of contacts.
  
• Have your finger on the pulse of the local scene; be the first to identify the next big thing.
  
• Undertake reviews and attend events outside of office hours.
  
  

KEY SKILLS

• Fluent in web analytics software (GA4, Chartbeat, etc).
  
• Ability to produce flawless editorial copy, filled with personality but with search optimization front-of-mind.
  
• Excellent grasp and understanding of SEO best practice.
  
• Data-driven, but understands that brand longevity wins every time.
  
• Highest standard of accuracy and attention to detail.
  
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize accordingly.
  
• The ability to work quickly to tight deadlines under pressure.
  
• A strong industry reputation (preferred).
  
• Flexibility and a professional approach always.
  
• Fluent English.
  

WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN CANDIDATES

• Creative – across everything from developing content strategy to how they respond to challenges.
  
• Competitive – keeps a keen eye on the competition and wider industry for insights into trends.
  
• Energetic – a strong sense of humor and high-frequency personality.
  
• Persuasive – both internally and externally, with the ability to present ideas with credibility, sound reasoning and emotion.
  
• Accountable – ready to take full responsibility for a team, and for managing projects from concept to fruition, with the ability to self-supervise and meet deadlines.
  
• Flexible – understands the fast-paced nature of the media landscape and is comfortable pivoting when priorities change.