Reporter, ITP Hospitality ITP Media Group

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Pitch, write and edit daily content for digital, and contribute monthly reports for print.
• Research and conduct interviews with relevant industry sources, verify facts and ensure accuracy across all published content.
• Drive Hotelier and Caterer to be the first to break critical news and exclusives in their respective sectors, maintaining a strong network of contacts to inform content.
• Monitor industry trends, breaking news, and audience interests, identity new approaches and develop original, engaging stories.
• Collaborate with the social and video team to create rich, multi-platform content packages for big exclusives.
• Meet weekly content volume and audience targets, ensuring all content reflects the overall editorial strategy.
• Ensure Caterer and Hotelier s 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 SKILLS

• One-to-three years of editorial experience in a newsroom environment.
• Strong writing and interviewing skills with a portfolio of proven work.
• Ability to meet deadlines and respond well to a fast-paced environment
• Strong interest in the growing hospitality industry in the GCC, with the motivation to network and make meaningful contacts.
• Highly organised and able to manage multiple content projects at once.
• Understanding of SEO best practices.
• Creative thinker with passion for storytelling.
• Self-starter and proactive.
• Strong research skills and attention to detail.
• Fluent in English.