Info Arab Media FZ-LLC / Al Mashhad is seeking to hire a News Assignment Editor to join our existing News Team in the Headquarter located in Dubai, UAE. The News Assignment Editor will be responsible for news-gathering and disseminating news assignments to Multimedia Reporters in the UAE and the region. The News Assignment Editor maintains a daily file which contains press releases, story ideas, reminders of follow-ups and scheduled events, and contact information about events. Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field or 3-years of journalism experience.
Ability to communicate verbally, written and translate from English to classic Arabic.
Demonstrate strong news judgment and organizational skills.
Ability to meet tight deadlines and under stress with accuracy and balance.
Demonstrate people management skills.
Ability to develop sources quickly and contacts.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
Ability to accommodate flexible work schedule to support 24/7 news environment, which could include overnight coverage.
