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Time Out GCC, Mandarin Chinese Editor

Employer
ITP
Location
Dubai
Salary
DoE
Closing date
23 May 2019

Job Details

Reporting to: Editorial Director

Time Out GCC is looking for an experienced, dynamic Mandarin Chinese Editor with multi-platform experience, to oversee the creation of Mandarin Chinese content across digital and print.

You must have a passion and comprehensive understanding of Chinese culture, and experience working in a fast-paced environment

Key responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the production, execution and management of Time Out Group’s Mandarin Chinese content across print and digital.
  • Work with the Editorial Director to ensure ALL content reflects overall content / editorial strategy.
  • Work closely with the wider Time Out GCC team to plan content that meets the brand’s needs and requirements.
  • Determine what medium is best suited for a particular content piece and work with 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 optimised for SEO and content meets local and legal guidelines.
  • Regularly manage and deliver sponsored or offer based content.
  • Work with video team to create successful video content across multiple platforms, including print.
  • Create content that meets individual and team goals (e.g., engagement, traffic, conversion, time-on page, etc.).
  • Manage newsletter content curation and dispatch, regularly posting content across social and WeChat.
  • Create bespoke digital (the candidate should get excited about this).
  • Work with the Editorial Director to create a digital editorial calendar.
  • Support the Editorial Director and sales team by being an ambassador for Time Out GCC in Chinese, 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 absolutely essential.


Personal attributes and essential skills:

  • Fluent Mandarin Chinese (written and spoken) and English.
  • A doer.
  • Is excited by the challenge of last-minute, ad-hoc projects in addition to daily output.
  • Data driven and excited by analytics.
  • Excellent grasp and understanding of SEO best practice.
  • Ability to articulate and repackage existing content so it works digitally.
  • A demonstrable passion for and excellent knowledge of digital content creation.
  • Highest standard of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise accordingly.
  • Experience writing tight briefs for external contributors.
  • The ability to write copy in line with highest digital editorial standards.
  • The ability to work quickly to tight deadlines under pressure.
  • A strong industry reputation. (desired)
  • Flexibility and a professional approach at all times.
  • The ability to self-supervise in order to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work in and contribute to a fun and dynamic team-based environment.
  • Education: Must be educated to degree level or equivalent industry qualification.


What we look for in a candidate:

ITP Media Group is company filled with individuals as diverse as the subjects we cover. At the same time there are common characteristics we all share.

To join our team you’ll want to…

  • Have a high sense of ownership, urgency and drive
  • Either have experience at or want to dive headfirst into a fast-paced digital-first company
  • Think BIG
  • Have excellent communication and relationship building skills
  • Be commercially astute
  • Be a team player


Miscellaneous:

  • Ad hoc projects as required
  • Assisting in raising the profile of Time Out Dubai Arabic and ITP Media Group
  • Any other reasonable requests from the company directors


Please apply with your CV and a cover letter by completing the application form below.

Company

ITP's market position and continuous expansion provide a fast-paced, exciting and highly rewarding working environment.

If you have the desire to join the media industry or develop your current experience, ITP's market leading businesses and successful track record offer you a wealth of career prospects.

ITP recognises the importance of individual talent and skills in contributing to its thriving businesses. We actively invest in the development and well-being of our people through a range of training courses, attractive tax-free remuneration and a highly motivating work environment.

If you have the ambition, energy and skills to be part of this vigorous and entrepreneurial environment and can positively contribute to the standards and success of the company, then we are looking for you. Discover a whole new future for your career and take a look at what we're offering.

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ITP Building #14
Dubai Media City
Dubai
AE

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