Digital Editor, Time Out

ITP Media Group reaches an audience of more than 104.6million people across the Middle East and beyond through its leading websites, portals, social media platforms, events, conferences, award ceremonies, magazines, books and social media influencers agency. More at www.itp.com.

Time Out is looking for a skilled, ambitious digital editor who is both brilliant at content creation and absolutely mad about data. A key part of the Time Out Dubai team, they will be a strong writer and communicator, have excellent organisation skills and a proven track record of delivering world-class content and growing an engaged digital audience.

Requirements

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Digital Editor will primarily be responsible for but not limited to the following:

• Responsible for web traffic. Simple.
• In conjunction with Time Out Dubai editor-in-chief, develop strategy for web.
• Plan, write, commission, edit and proof high-quality content for web.
• Ensure daily content and audience targets are met.
• Analyse the performance of digital content and adapt digital calendar and strategy in response to the data.
• Responsible for daily digital desking and the scheduling of content to cover weekends, public holidays, etc.
• Regularly check and track evergreen, long-form content.
• Produce and present regular reports.
• Implement the Time Out Dubai social media strategy, in partnership with the Time Out Group Social Media Editor
• Post content to social media platforms daily.
• Work with video team to create successful video content relevant to the Time Out brand.
• Create content that meets individual and brand goals (e.g., engagement, traffic, conversion, etc.).
• Post digital content using our in-house CMS.
• Create bespoke digital content packages to help deliver brand editorial and commercial goals.
• Work with the editor to create and manage a digital editorial calendar. Keep it current, identifying commercial and audience opportunities within it and ensuring the delivery of this content.
• Work with the editor to ensure ALL content reflects Time Out s overall content / editorial strategy.
• Support the editor to create and deliver the digital content that supports brand products, such as the Time Out Dubai Restaurant Awards and Time Out Dubai Nightlife Awards
• Ensure Time Out s editorial standards are met, all relevant copyrights have been cleared, content is optimised for SEO and content meets local and legal guidelines.
• Support the editor and the sales team to develop revenue-generating content strategies.
• Write and sub digital advertorials for Time Out Dubai clients when needed
• Develop copy to support the commercial success of Time Out s business.
• 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 and establish good relationships with PRs.
• Act as an effective brand ambassador for Time Out Group and an evangelist for our brand in the market.
• Meet individual weekly content volume targets as agreed with your manager (e.g., new posts, updated posts, new listings, updated listings, etc.).
• Undertake restaurant and bar reviews outside of office hours, and occasionally attend PR or client events.

PERSON REQUIREMENTS

Time Out is filled with individuals as diverse as the cities we live in and cover. At the same time there are common characteristics we all share. To join our team you ll want to

• Be commercially astute
• Either have experience at or want to dive headfirst into a fast-paced digital-first company
• Think BIG
• Be passionate about going out and unearthing new experiences
• Have a keen interest in global media developments and trends
• Have excellent communication and relationship building skills
• Have a high sense of ownership, urgency and drive
• Be a team player

EXPERIENCE

• At least four years experience in digital media
• Strong understanding of writing for digital, SEO best practice and digital marketing
• Experience working with a CMS and SEO tools
• Experience with Adobe Creative suite, specifically Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign (preferred)
• Understanding of the Middle East s dynamic cultural identity, and a passion for new experiences.

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.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The Digital Editor will primarily be responsible for but not limited to the following: Responsible for web traffic. Simple. In conjunction with Time Out Dubai editor-in-chief, develop strategy for web. Plan, write, commission, edit and proof high-quality content for web. Ensure daily content and audience targets are met. Analyse the performance of digital content and adapt digital calendar and strategy in response to the data. Responsible for daily digital desking and the scheduling of content to cover weekends, public holidays, etc. Regularly check and track evergreen, long-form content. Produce and present regular reports. Implement the Time Out Dubai social media strategy, in partnership with the Time Out Group Social Media Editor Post content to social media platforms daily. Work with video team to create successful video content relevant to the Time Out brand. Create content that meets individual and brand goals (e.g., engagement, traffic, conversion, etc.). Post digital content using our in-house CMS. Create bespoke digital content packages to help deliver brand editorial and commercial goals. Work with the editor to create and manage a digital editorial calendar. Keep it current, identifying commercial and audience opportunities within it and ensuring the delivery of this content. Work with the editor to ensure ALL content reflects Time Out s overall content / editorial strategy. Support the editor to create and deliver the digital content that supports brand products, such as the Time Out Dubai Restaurant Awards and Time Out Dubai Nightlife Awards Ensure Time Out s editorial standards are met, all relevant copyrights have been cleared, content is optimised for SEO and content meets local and legal guidelines. Support the editor and the sales team to develop revenue-generating content strategies. Write and sub digital advertorials for Time Out Dubai clients when needed Develop copy to support the commercial success of Time Out s business. 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 and establish good relationships with PRs. Act as an effective brand ambassador for Time Out Group and an evangelist for our brand in the market. Meet individual weekly content volume targets as agreed with your manager (e.g., new posts, updated posts, new listings, updated listings, etc.). Undertake restaurant and bar reviews outside of office hours, and occasionally attend PR or client events. PERSON REQUIREMENTS Time Out is filled with individuals as diverse as the cities we live in and cover. At the same time there are common characteristics we all share. To join our team you ll want to Be commercially astute Either have experience at or want to dive headfirst into a fast-paced digital-first company Think BIG Be passionate about going out and unearthing new experiences Have a keen interest in global media developments and trends Have excellent communication and relationship building skills Have a high sense of ownership, urgency and drive Be a team player EXPERIENCE At least four years experience in digital media Strong understanding of writing for digital, SEO best practice and digital marketing Experience working with a CMS and SEO tools Experience with Adobe Creative suite, specifically Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign (preferred) Understanding of the Middle East s dynamic cultural identity, and a passion for new experiences.