Sports web editor, Abu Dhabi

[gravehunter]

...from journalismjobs.com

Company: The National
Position: Online Editor - Sports
Location: Abu Dhabi, Middle East
Job Status: Full-time
Salary: Negotiable
Ad Expires:
February 7, 2012
Job ID: 1309751
Website: http://thenational.ae

Description:
The National newspaper in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced, aggressive and talented web editor to take our online sports coverage to the next level.

We have a growing audience, both local and international, and we're looking for someone with the skills, creativity and initiative to lead the way in building and implementing a strategy for reaching even more readers.

The opportunities for continued growth are almost limitless: Our "local" coverage area is vast, from the English Premier League to the Volvo Ocean Race, from a full calendar of big-time international events in Abu Dhabi and Dubai (golf, tennis, cricket, Formula One, rugby, horse racing) to local sports leagues.

• The ideal candidate will have at least five years' experience in online sports journalism and a proven track record of delivering results (i.e., page views) in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.

• He or she must adapt to new technologies efficiently and effectively.

• Being able to edit stories and write clear, concise, web-friendly headlines is essential.

• Knowledge of international sports is a plus; being able to work in a diverse, multi-cultural environment is essential.

The National offers a competitive salary, full health benefits and five weeks of paid vacation per year.

If interested, please send a resume and cover letter to sports editor Robert Mashburn at [email protected]

 

[Drip]

The pay, from what I understand, is pretty damn good with incentives.

 

[Steak Snabler]

five weeks of paid vacation per year.

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Tarheel316]

Yeah but aren't there a few terrorists in the neighborhood?

 

[playthrough]

You could say you worked for The National.

 

[MileHigh]

Friends/ex-co-workers have been there for two-plus years. It's not for everyone, but they're still there. One is in sports and he gets some cool assignments. Also, the great Chuck Culpepper works there.

 

[spikechiquet]

Isn't that where Garfield sent Nermal? If so, I'm staying away from that damn kittie.

 

[imjustagirl]

Also, the great Chuck Culpepper works there.

My first thought.

 

[YGBFKM]

The SE was present the only time I ever drank scotch.

 

[Mike Nadel]

Sounds great ... but the commute might be a little rough.

 

[Rumpleforeskin]

Sounds great ... but the commute might be a little rough.

15 minutes. Tahoe. Et all.

 

[ChrisMaza]

Buddy of mine went to work for a paper in Abu Dhabi. May have been this outfit. I'm not sure. His take: "We're making like the 1990s over here. Fully staffed newsrooms, good pay and up-to-date technology. Almost makes you forget that most of the time you're a mouthpiece for the Sheik."

 

[vols1998]

Buddy of mine went to work for a paper in Abu Dhabi. May have been this outfit. I'm not sure. His take: "We're making like the 1990s over here. Fully staffed newsrooms, good pay and up-to-date technology. Almost makes you forget that most of the time you're a mouthpiece for the Sheik."

 

[Igor in CT]

... love the smell of rejection in the morning.

 

[onthereg]

I bet the pay has to be great to get people to move here, right?

 

[MileHigh]

Yes, it's pretty good. And I believe they pay you one round trip airline ticket to the U.S. a year.

 

[Mizzougrad96]

It sounds better than Gannett.

 

[onthereg]

I'm going to take a shot, see what happens. Ya never know, right?

 

[RMashburn]

If anyone has questions about the position, the newspaper or the country, feel free to e-mail me. We have 50-plus applications already, but if you have experience and talent, the door is still open.
The highlights:
• The pay is good, and it's tax free.
• The weather is exceptional six months of the year (and very, very hot the other six).
• In addition to 5 weeks vacation, there are 10-12 national holidays per year.
• Perks include round-trip airfare home once a year for you and family members who live with you here.
• Don't let statements like "there are terrorists in the neighborhood" deter you. Abu Dhabi is, without a doubt, the safest place I have ever lived.
Thanks for the interest.
- Robert Mashburn
[email protected]