Managing Editor for Global Fine Dining Guide

About the role

ITP Media Group is looking for an experienced Managing Editor to lead GAYA, a new global fine‑dining guide launching in Q4 2026. Based in Media City, Dubai, the role blends digital and social publishing expertise with deep knowledge of food, restaurants and global dining culture.

Key responsibilities

• Co‑manage production, execution and editorial direction of GAYA across digital, social, print and events.
• Write, edit, fact‑check and publish daily content, ensuring brand alignment and timely delivery.
• Drive GAYA’s annual events portfolio, providing content support before, during and after events.
• Analyze digital performance data to identify growth opportunities.
• Maintain an annual content calendar covering digital, social, video and print.
• Build and nurture relationships with chefs, restaurateurs, sommeliers and industry professionals.
• Represent GAYA and ITP Media Group publicly, attending events as needed.

Required profile

• 8‑10 years of experience in digital or food media.
• Strong command of British English syntax, vocabulary, punctuation and spelling.
• Deep understanding of food, wine and the UAE restaurant scene.
• Creative, competitive, energetic, persuasive, accountable, flexible and culturally aware.

Required skills

• Fluent in web analytics software with ability to interpret data insights.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Canva and WordPress.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.