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Editor |
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CATEGORY
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Non Faculty Vacancies |
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College
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Departments
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Department
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Chancellor Office |
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Job Purpose
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As an Editor at the University of Sharjah, you are expected to plan, coordinate, and revise material for publication used on various media platforms managed by the University of Sahrjah such as magazines, brochures, social media advertisements, etc. as well as ensure the accuracy and quality of the written materials.
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Main accountabilities & expectations
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- Help set publication standards and establish goals and expectations, as well as adhere to UOS’s specific writing style guides.
- Brainstorm new stories, series, concepts, themes, and formats. As well as suggest stories and generate headline ideas in alignment with targeted audience’s preferences.
- Review and evaluate written articles submitted by student, faculty and staff members.
- Edit written material for accuracy, style and readability, as well as recommend changes where necessary.
- Verify facts cited in written material before publication to ensure accuracy and integrity.
- Develop and maintain new outlets for publication(s), such as updating, revising or creating mailing lists in order to reach a wider audience.
- Proofread and review content before submitting publications to the authorized print house or publisher to ensure accuracy and eliminate errors.
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Required Skills
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- Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to prepare professional documents, in both Arabic and English.
- Excellent working knowledge of personal computer applications with an emphasis on MS Office applications such as Excel, Word, and Teams.
- Strong grasp of grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
- Strong writing and proofreading skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills.
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Desirable Requirements
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- Minimum of bachelor’s in Journalism, Media, Mass Communication, or any related Media discipline.
- 2-4 years of UAE experience in a similar role preferably in higher education institutions.
- Priority is to UAE Nationals.
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Job Location
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University of Sharjah (Main) |
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Job Criteria
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Gender |
, Male, Female, |
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Qualifications |
Bachelor's degree/higher diploma |
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Relevant Experience
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2 |
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Living In UAE |
Open for all |
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Nationality |
, All, |
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