Commercial Editor

ITP Media Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media organization in Dubai is looking for a Commercial Editor to oversee the production of high-quality sponsored content. You will bridge the editorial and commercial teams to ensure branded content meets client objectives while maintaining editorial integrity. Key responsibilities include creating and editing content, collaborating with clients, and managing project timelines. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of experience in branded content and excellent writing and storytelling skills.

Benefits

Opportunities for growth

Access to industry leaders

Collaborative environment

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in editorial branded content or commercial publishing.
• Portfolio of published commercial work is required.
• Knowledge of content strategy and digital publishing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and editing of branded content.
• Collaborate with sales and editorial teams.
• Manage content timelines and campaign deadlines.

Skills

Excellent writing skills

Strong client-facing communication

Storytelling skills

Project management

SEO knowledge

Job description

Overview

Arabian Business is the Middle East's leading source for business news and analysis. With a growing digital audience and a premium subscription model we offer trusted insight and in-depth reporting on the region's most important sectors and decision-makers. As part of ITP Media Group we are at the forefront of business journalism in the region.

Arabian Business is seeking a commercially savvy and editorially driven Commercial Editor to lead the production of high-quality sponsored content across our platforms. This role bridges the editorial and commercial teams ensuring branded content meets client goals while maintaining the integrity tone and standards of Arabian Business.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation commissioning and editing of branded content including advertorials sponsored interviews whitepapers and commercial supplements.
• Collaborate with the sales and editorial teams to develop creative and strategic content proposals that address client objectives.
• Work directly with clients and agencies to manage expectations and deliver engaging and results-driven content.
• Ensure all commercial content aligns with Arabian Business's editorial voice upholds journalistic standards and delivers value to our readers.
• Partner with multimedia and digital teams to produce high-impact commercial content across web social media newsletters and print.
• Manage content timelines production schedules and campaign deadlines with precision.
• Track performance and engagement metrics for commercial content and provide post-campaign analysis and reporting.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in editorial branded content or commercial publishing.
• Excellent writing editing and storytelling skills with a portfolio of published commercial work.
• Strong client-facing communication skills and the ability to translate commercial goals into editorial outcomes.
• Deep understanding of content strategy digital publishing and audience engagement.
• Highly organized deadline-driven and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of SEO CMS platforms and content performance analytics is a plus.
• Experience working in a business media environment is preferred.

Why Join Us

Working at Arabian Business means being part of a respected and influential brand with access to major industry leaders and regional decision-makers. At ITP Media Group you ll be surrounded by some of the region's top talent with opportunities for growth innovation and cross-brand collaboration.