Senior Editor – Emirates Woman & Emirates Man
We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Senior Editor to lead the editorial direction of Emirates Woman and Emirates Man across print, digital, and social platforms. This is a pivotal role for a creative leader who is passionate about lifestyle, fashion, and culture, and has the editorial flair and commercial acumen to shape premium media brands in a fast-paced, evolving landscape.
Key Responsibilities:
- Define and implement editorial strategy across all platforms to ensure consistent, engaging storytelling.
- Maintain brand voice and uphold high editorial standards across content.
- Manage editorial calendars aligned with audience interests and business goals.
- Oversee and edit compelling content across digital, print, social, and video.
- Commission and guide internal writers and external contributors.
- Deliver timely, relevant content, including trend-based and reactive stories.
- Ensure print editions are high quality and reflect the brand’s standards.
- Lead creative execution of editorial and commercial shoots.
- Drive SEO-focused content strategy for optimal digital performance.
- Innovate with short-form video, reels, and new content formats.
- Grow audiences using AI-led and Gen Z-targeted strategies.
- Use analytics to refine and optimize content performance.
- Lead content planning for events, awards, panels, and brand experiences.
- Represent the brand on camera, on stage, and at key industry events.
- Work closely with marketing and sales on campaign-related content.
- Manage and mentor a small editorial team, driving productivity and growth.
- Set goals, review performance, and promote continuous learning.
- Encourage creativity and innovation within the editorial team.
- Collaborate with commercial teams on sponsored and branded content.
- Maintain editorial integrity while meeting client expectations.
- Support monetization efforts through content strategy across all channels.
Prerequisites:
- A proven editorial background with strong experience across both print and digital media.
- Exceptional planning, writing, editing, and content development skills.
- Strong leadership qualities with the ability to manage and inspire editorial teams.
- A sharp eye for visual design and content quality across platforms.
- Solid knowledge of SEO, digital publishing tools, and content performance analytics.
- Commercial acumen with the ability to align editorial strategy with revenue goals and client needs.
- Comfortable working cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and design teams.
- A proactive, solutions-driven mindset with a deep understanding of luxury and lifestyle audiences.
Emirates Woman has been the ultimate source of inspiration and lifestyle content for women in the UAE for over two decades. We are at the forefront of the fashion, beauty, wellness, and luxury lifestyle industries, bringing the latest trends and insights to our readers.
Motivate Media Group is the region’s leading multi-platform content producer with a diverse portfolio of media interests comprising magazines, digital, social, video, exhibitions and events, cinema and books. Interested candidates may apply attaching a copy of their CV and a covering letter.
