Editorial Assistant / Admin

ITP Media Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent media organization is seeking a highly organised Editorial Assistant/Admin to support the execution of large-scale print projects, including special reports and magazines. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented communicator with solid proofreading skills. Key responsibilities include managing communications between teams and clients, verifying content, tracking project timelines, and providing administrative support. This role is crucial for ensuring high editorial standards across multiple projects in a dynamic publishing environment.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Exceptional attention to detail with solid proofreading abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact between teams and clients for print projects.
• Manage and streamline commercial communications.
• Collate and verify client-submitted content for alignment with guidelines.
• Proofread and fact-check data profiles and rankings.
• Track content versions and deadlines across platforms.
• Support the Editorial team with administrative duties.

Skills

Communication skills

Proofreading

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Editorial Assistant / Admin to support the seamless execution of large-scale print projects such as special reports big lists and commercial magazines. This contract-based position acts as a crucial liaison between the editorial and commercial teams ensuring that all client-facing content is delivered on time to spec and to the highest editorial standards.

The ideal candidate will be an effective communicator, meticulous proofreader and confident administrator who thrives in fast-paced publishing environments.

Requirements

• Act as the main point of contact between the Commercial team Editorial team and paying clients for all assigned print projects.
• Manage and streamline commercial communications ensuring clarity accuracy and timely follow-ups.
• Collate cross-check and verify client-submitted content ensuring alignment with editorial guidelines and house style.
• Proofread and fact-check big lists and special reports identifying inconsistencies or errors in company data profiles or rankings.
• Track and manage content versions approvals and deadlines ensuring all stakeholders are working from the most up-to-date documents.
• Maintain organised records of client submissions editorial changes and approvals across platforms (email shared folders CMS etc.).
• Support the Editorial team with light research data gathering and administrative duties related to commercial features.
• Ensure professional and timely communication with clients regarding missing information clarification requests and publishing timelines.

Skills & Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; exceptional attention to detail.
• Solid proofreading and fact-checking abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs Sheets Drive) Microsoft Office and shared platforms (e.g. SharePoint Notion Trello or similar).
• Comfortable working cross-functionally and diplomatically between departments.
• Strong organisational skills and a proactive attitude.