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Editorial Manager

Mackenzie Jones Middle East

Ras Al Khaimah

On-site

AED 120,000 - 200,000

Full time

19 days ago

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Job summary

A prestigious, government-affiliated organisation in Ras Al Khaimah is seeking a seasoned editorial professional. The role involves securing media coverage, crafting compelling content, and developing media relations strategies. With a requirement of 10+ years of experience, candidates should possess exceptional writing skills and a deep understanding of the media landscape.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 10 years of Media Relations & Editorial experience.
  • Exceptional writing & reading abilities in English.
  • Extensive knowledge of media landscape.

Responsibilities

  • Work with the Head of English Editorials on media coverage.
  • Draft articles, op-eds, and social media posts.
  • Manage communication with English media outlets.

Skills

Media Relations
Content Creation
Writing
Editing
Communication

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Mackenzie Jones is currently partnering with a prestigious, government-affiliated organisation in one of the UAE’s most ambitious and fastest-growing Emirates – Ras Al Khaimah.

We’re looking for a seasoned editorial professional with a mastery of the English language (UK, Australia based) who’s ready for a new challenge in a role that’s all about purpose, influence, and storytelling.

Key responsibilities:

  • Work closely with the Head of English Editorials and Media Relations, with a focus on securing national, regional and international media coverage for the organisation's different stakeholders.
  • Delivering content that enhances the profile of the organisation, serve as a coordinator between Editorial & Social Media teams.
  • Develop integrated media skills and techniques.
  • Draft articles, op-eds, letters to the editor, social media posts, blog posts and scripts for the organisation and its stakeholders.
  • Compose and edit press releases, organization literature & newsletters in English.
  • Writing media advisories and statements, organizing media round tables and journalists’ visits to Ras Al Khaimah.
  • Ensure that the content for social media and otherwise adheres to organisation's styles and regulations.
  • Be the coordinator between the social media and editorial teams.
  • Help in developing English media relations programs that increase awareness and provide positive media exposure for the key stakeholders among top tier media (including local, regional and international media).
  • Help align media priorities and messaging with other RAK Government entities.
  • Help manage communication between the organisation and various English media outlets, including print, online, broadcast, radio, bloggers, podcasters and other online influencers/bloggers.
  • Support content marketing and social media campaigns with aligned editorial strategy and content

Key requirements:

  • Minimum of 10 years of Media Relations & Editorial experience in a similar role gained with a recognized organization(s).
  • Exceptional writing & reading abilities in English and presentation skills; a skilled lead spokesperson.
  • Possesses strong media relationships.
  • Extensive experience developing media strategies, pitching stories, working with or writing press releases and planning press events.
  • Extensive knowledge of media landscape and thorough knowledge of the needs of different media and communication tools for digital, print and broadcast.
  • Experience developing and leading media relations and PR campaigns for corporate, education, professional services, governmental, non-profit and/or consumer clients.
  • At least 10 years in Corporate Communications and/or Public Relations at a PR/Communications agency and/or in-house communications team and/or as a journalist.
  • Demonstrated skills as a writer, content creator and editor.
  • A high degree of comfort in managing multiple tasks and deadlines and working in a fluid and fast-paced media environment.
  • Flexibility and ability to adapt to various situations a must.
  • Highly organized with superior attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in MS Office packages.
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