EditorBilingual -Construction Group Riyadh - ITP Media Group

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Job Description:

We are currently looking for a seasoned editor to lead the editorial team and drive the content strategy of our Construction group operations in Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the Middle East s construction sector coupled with a strong editorial background in both digital and magazine platforms. As the editor you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the content creation of all creative material within the KSA Construction group and ensuring the delivery of timely and relevant industry insights.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead manage and inspire a team of writers reporters and contributors to produce highquality content for digital and print platforms.
  
• Develop and execute an effective content strategy that aligns with the brands objectives and resonates with our target audience.
  
• Plan assign write and edit articles features and daily online news stories ensuring accuracy consistency and adherence to the brands editorial standards.
  
• Stay updated on industry trends news and developments to ensure the brands content remains timely and relevant.
  
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including industry experts and partners to enhance content quality and coverage.
  
• Ensure the timely publication of content across various platforms including the brands website social media channels and print publications.
  
• Monitor and analyse content performance metrics to make datadriven decisions for continuous improvement.
  
• Provide guidance and mentorship to team members fostering a culture of creativity innovation and professional growth.
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in Journalism Communications English or a related field.
  
• A minimum of three years of editorial experience prior experience in B2B publishing is preferred.
  

Required Skills

• Exceptional English and Arabic written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Strong editorial skills including editing proofreading and fact checking.
  
• Creative thinker with a keen eye for design and visual aesthetics.
  
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.
  
• Proficient in using editorial software and tools.
  
• Strong knowledge of digital publishing platforms content management systems and SEO best practices.
  
• Paywall experience.
  
• Project budget management skills.
  

Desirable Attributes:

• Passionate about the GCC construction and real estate market.
  
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
  
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.
  
• Knowledgeable about the latest trends in the construction industry.
  
• Energetic selfmotivated and results driven.
  

Key responsibilities Plan, write and edit content for three quarterly print magazines and contribute towards each brand s digital content. Collaborate with editors on the region-wide titles, based in Dubai on content plans. Use ITP Media Group s analytics tools to identify trends / patterns, and using insights to inform future content strategy. Work with a central video department to develop the brands video proposition. Work with a central events department to deliver exceptional annual Awards properties in the Kingdom, ad-hoc events and identify new activations that add value to our brands, audience and clients. Support the Group Editor and Editorial Director by acting as a senior editorial face of ITP Saudi externally by establishing strong relationships in the industries, and internally by developing a strong reputation for project management and collaboration. Support the Hospitality & Design commercial team by collaborating on projects that assist with revenue growth. Occasionally attend events outside of office hours. Personal attributes Competitive keeps a keen eye on the competition and wider industry, always staying one step ahead. Accountable the ideal candidate is comfortable with responsibility, open and honest. Communicative proactively provides updates and reporting, and works transparently with the wider team. Energetic a sense of humour and outgoing personality. Persuasive internally and externally, with the ability to present ideas with credibility, sound reasoning and emotion. Creative across everything from content creation to responding to challenges. Flexible is comfortable pivoting when priorities change. Language Must have an excellent grasp on the English language, ability to speak Arabic is a plus.