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.
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