Editor – Custom Publication

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 11/12/2026Established in 1979, Motivate Media Group operates in partnership between Ian Fairservice and H.
E. Obaid Humaid Al Tayer, Former Minister of State for Financial Affairs, UAE. With a staff of over 200 experienced professionals based out of the Dubai headquarters, and the Abu Dhabi, Riyadh and London offices, Motivate’s wider publishing expertise includes award-winning print and digital titles such as What’s On , Emirates Woman and Gulf Business . As well as books and magazines, Motivate also produces content across other platforms including video, digital media, cinema, events, social, influencer marketing and out of home.

Job Description
We arelooking for an experienced and dynamic Editor to lead the editorialdirection and content delivery of a custom publication, overseeing its printedition alongside its digital, social and multimedia idealcandidate will bring strong journalistic instincts, excellent storytellingskills and a solid understanding of both traditional publishing and digitalcontent. They should be equally comfortable shaping a magazine, commissioningand editing compelling stories, conducting interviews and representing thepublication in front of the camera.
KeyResponsibilitiesLead the editorialvision, tone and content quality of the publication across print anddigital theend-to-end production of the print publication, from editorial planningand commissioning to editing, proofing and final sign-off.
Develop and manageeditorial calendars, themes and story pipelines to ensure consistent andengaging content.
Write, commissionand edit features, interviews, profiles and stories that reflect thediversity of the workforce.
Drive a consistentflow of digital articles, social media content, videos, podcasts and othermultimedia content between print editions.
Present stories,conduct filmed interviews and host or contribute to podcasts, acting as anon-camera representative of the closely withthe Digital Content Creator and Photographer/Videographer to plan anddeliver engaging multimedia content.
Use audienceinsights and performance data to refine content formats, story selectionand distribution editorialplanning meetings and work closely with key stakeholders to ensurealignment on content priorities and delivery.
Ensure all contentadheres to editorial standards, confidentiality, copyright, consent,cultural sensitivities and brand guidelines.
Manage the editorialteam, contributors, production schedules and approved budgets.
Build and maintainstrong working relationships with stakeholders, leadership teams andcontributors.
RequirementsA degree orequivalent qualification in Journalism, Publishing, Communications or arelated discipline.
At least 6 yearsof editorial experience across print and digital media, includingresponsibility for a regular experiencemanaging a magazine through the complete editorial and production cycle,including stakeholder reviews and approvals.
Strong writing,editing, commissioning and storytelling capabilities.
Experience inpresenting, conducting interviews or hosting content on camera, with theconfidence to represent a publication across video and podcast editorialjudgement, written English and attention to detail.
Strong leadership,organisational, planning and stakeholder-management skills.
Good visual literacyand an understanding of digital content formats and audience engagement.
A good understandingof the UAE's cultural landscape and audience.
Experience in aviation, hospitality or employee communications would bean added advantage.