Deputy Editor, ITP Hospitality

ITP Media Group is looking for a skilled and dynamic Deputy Editor to join its Hospitality Group of titles. With more than two decades of authority in the market and a loyal audience of senior decision-makers across the GCC and MENA, Hotelier Middle East and Caterer Middle East sit at the heart of the hospitality industry. This is an exciting opportunity to shape two leading titles covering the world’s most dynamic hospitality market. The Deputy Editor will support leadership, execute editorial strategies, monitor industry trends and spotlight the achievements of people and projects shaping the industry. This role involves creating engaging content across digital, social and print, growing audiences and contributing to the brands’ annual portfolio of events. The ideal candidate is a skilled storyteller with an editorial background, a strong interest in the region’s evolving hospitality and F&B industries, and a commitment to producing high-quality, market-leading content.RequirementsKey ResponsibilitiesOversee and contribute to the planning, writing, and editing of content for digital, social, print and events on Hotelier Middle East and Caterer Middle East.Produce content that contributes to audience and subscriber growth across Hotelier and Caterer digital and social platforms.Identify new approaches and develop original, engaging stories. Monitor industry trends and audience interests to identify opportunities to expand reach.Support the Editor‑in‑Chief in developing editorial strategies, and collaborating with the wider editorial and creative teams to oversee city‑specific content.Ensure all content meets weekly targets and reflects the overall editorial guidelines.Cultivate and maintain strong industry connections.Ensure all content meets weekly targets and reflects the overall editorial guidelines, editorial standards are met, all relevant copyrights have been cleared, and content meets local and legal guidelines.Support the Deputy Editor and sales team by being an ambassador for Caterer and Hotelier by supporting and helping to develop revenue‑generating content strategies and establishing good relationships with PRs.Attend relevant events and conferences, occasionally outside standard working hours.Key SkillsThree-to-five years of editorial experience, ideally within the hospitality sector.Data‑driven and fluent in web analytics software (GA4, Chart Beat, etc.).Skilled writer and editor with the ability to produce excellent editorial copy.Multimedia expertise including print, digital, social, and video.Highest standard of accuracy and attention to detail.Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise accordingly.The ability to work quickly to tight deadlines under pressure.Experience in trade and / or subscription media (preferred).Flexibility and a professional approach always.What We Look For In CandidatesCreative – across everything from developing content strategy to how they respond to challenges.Competitive – keeps a keen eye on the competition and wider industry for insights into trends.Energetic – a strong sense of humour and high‑frequency personality.Persuasive – both internally and externally, with the ability to present ideas with credibility, sound reasoning and emotion.Accountable – ready to take full responsibility for their work, and for managing projects from concept to fruition, with the ability to self‑supervise and meet deadlines.Flexible – understands the fast‑paced nature of the media landscape and is comfortable pivoting when priorities change.Deputy Editor ITP Hospitality • Dubai, DU, ae#J-18808-Ljbffr