Editor

Job Description

We are looking to hire an editor with outstanding writing, editing and creative skills. The editor is expected to possess fantastic planning, organizational and staff management skills with the ability to work comfortably under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

To ensure success, editors should demonstrate a superb command of English and Arabic with a keen interest in shaping a publication to distinguish the content to its target audience. Top candidates will display a great understanding of target audiences, and exhibit remarkable negotiation and decision-making skills.

Editor Responsibilities:

• Generate story ideas for writing staff.
• Manage writing staff and freelance content producers.
• Approve content, appearance and layout of featured articles.
• Meet with writers and artists to discuss features, layouts and artwork.
• Comply with media law and industry regulations.
• Send regular briefs to writers that include deadlines and writing style.
• Network actively at industry events.
• Commission articles from writing staff and freelance content producers.
• Proofread, edit and rewrite articles to meet publication standards.
• Actively raise the profile of the publication.
• Assist all staff to meet deadlines.

Magazine Editor Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in communications/journalism or related (essential).
• 2 years of work experience as an Editor
• Demonstrable experience in producing relevant content to target audiences.
• Strong writing, editing and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to nurture long-term relationships with key publication influencers.
• Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and research skills.
• Natural leader who displays strong decision-making and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Ability to understand and influence target audiences.

Salt is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Job InformationJob Reference: JO-2304-333426
Salary: Negotiable
Salary per: annum
Job Duration:
Job Start Date: 01/05/2023
Job Industries: Strategy & Planning Jobs
Job Locations: Saudi Arabia
Job Types: Permanent

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