Deputy Editor - Arabic

الوصف الوظيفي
Job Description

Our client is looking for a talented, energetic Arabic-speaking and writing Deputy Editor to deliver exciting, engaging content across Riyadh’s print, digital and social products. You must be passionate about storytelling and editorial innovation, enthusiastic about unearthing the best experiences in Saudi, and have a track record of producing high quality media products.

This role works exclusively on Arabic-language products and platforms, but alongside and in daily communication with the Deputy Editor – English on English-language products in the region, ensuring consistency across platforms and brands.

Key responsibilities:

Support the Editor in the overall production, execution and management of the Arabic-language print, digital, social and application products in Riyadh.
Plan, write, commission, edit and proof content, overseeing flat plans and leading product press days, and making sure content is executed in line with SEO and social strategies.
Pitch and write content covering a wide range of topics and formats on a daily basis, from short news posts to in-depth features, fun best-of listicles to comprehensive listings directories.
Work to ensure it is the first to break news of happenings within the brand’s remit, quickly identifying subjects, topics and events that will make compelling content pieces and making sure they’re executed in line with our overall brand strategy.
Alongside the Editor, ensure that the editorial standards are met, all relevant copyrights have been cleared, content is optimised for SEO and content meets local and legal guidelines.
Work with the Editor and GCC’s Editorial Director to ensure ALL content reflects overall editorial strategy and meets brand guidelines.
Regularly post and create content, which may include sponsored or offer based content, to social media.
Work to create successful video content relevant to your products, be ready to jump front-of-camera when required.
Create content that meets individual and team goals (e.g. engagement, traffic, conversion, time-on page, etc.).
Work with a small, but talented editorial to populate an editorial calendar. Keep it current, identifying commercial and audience opportunities within it and communicating them to other teams.
Support the sales team by 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.
Embrace the digital-first philosophy. A strong background in digital publishing is absolutely essential.
Act as an effective brand ambassador in the market.
Undertake reviews and attend events outside of office hours.
Drive and develop the annual event and awards properties.
Assume responsibilities of the Editor during periods of annual leave.
Be driven by the prospect of one day becoming the Editor.

المهارات
Requirements



A doer.
Superb organisational skills.
Excellent grasp and understanding of SEO best practice.
Data driven and excited by analytics.
Highest standard of accuracy and attention to detail, proficient in sub-editing and proofing.
Able to work creatively and efficiently under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Bursting with a wealth of ideas that can be used across all platforms.
The ability to write copy in line with highest digital editorial standards.
Is excited by the challenge of last-minute projects.
A strong industry reputation. (desired)
Flexibility and a professional approach at all times.
Software: Adobe InDesign (essential); WordPress, Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop (desirable).
Education: Must be educated to degree level or equivalent industry qualification.
Languages: Fluent spoken Arabic, English and written Arabic essential, fluent written English desirable.

تفاصيل الوظيفة
منطقة الوظيفة الرياض, المملكة العربية السعودية
قطاع الشركة وكالات التوظيف
طبيعة عمل الشركة شركة توظيف
الدور الوظيفي الكتابة والصحافة
نوع التوظيف غير محدد
الراتب الشهري غير محدد
عدد الوظائف الشاغرة غير محدد
المرشح المفضل
المستوى المهني متوسط الخبرة
منطقة الإقامة المملكة العربية السعودية
الشهادة بكالوريوس/ دبلوم عالي

https://www.bayt.com/ar/saudi-arabia/jobs/deputy-editor-arabic-4397440/