Assistant Editor

You must be a graduate or post graduate or equivalent and have a diploma in Journalism with at least 3 – 5 years editorial experience and currently be working in an editorial capacity, with any leading English publication. You must be PC and Internet literate, and preferably have a GCC/Oman driving licence. As Asst. Editor you must be personable and friendly, and be able to make industry contacts. You must be able to work independently and be confident in leading a business and economy publication.

You will be writing and commissioning news, features, profiles and interviews. You will edit and rewrite contributor copy, and manage them effectively to make sure the publication is kept to schedule. As Assistant Editor you will be interviewing industry figures, attending conferences and exhibitions, and representing our publications. You will plan and create feature articles and take catchy photos to compliment them. As Assistant Editor you will liaise with the production team to agreed layouts and print qualities, and to ensure the title is published on time. You will also be involved with the product development of the brand, thinking up new spin off ideas for the division.

Full time and part time openings exist for experienced business writers. Please email your CV and samples of writings to interac@omantel.net.om
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