Are you a news junkie or an experienced full-stack web developer? The Filipino Times, the leading UAE Filipino newspaper, has an opening for news reporters, designers, web-developers, social media specialists and sales executives to join its roster of highly dedicated and competent staff.
Interested applicants must have the heart and drive to serve and empower the Filipino community in the UAE, which is now at estimated 3 million across the region.
The Filipino Times is hiring the following:
News reporters (Ref: 0965)
At least 3 years’ newsroom experience in newspaper, radio or TV
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or communications or related liberal science
Considerable experience in hard news writing and editing from a newspaper or international news agency.
Knowledge in InDesign and photography is a plus
Graphic Designer/Lay-out artist (Ref: 0966)
At least 3 years experience in magazine or newspaper publishing
Advance skills in InDesign
Possession of artistic abilities including drawing
Skill in accurately preparing layouts for production.
Has the ability to work well with others and can work well under pressure
Possess research skills
Knowledgeable in advertising design and creative marketing
Web Developer (Ref:0967)
At least 5 years experience as a web or app developer
Advance knowledge and skills in hard coding
SEO and CMS expertise
Knowledgeable in front end/back end web developing
Social media/digital media executives (Ref:0968)
Proven working experience in social media marketing or as a digital media specialist
Excellent consulting, writing, editing (photo/video/text), presentation and communication skills
Demonstrable social networking experience and social analytics tools knowledge
Adequate knowledge of web design, web development, CRO and SEO
Knowledge of online marketing and good understanding of major marketing channels
Positive attitude, detail and customer oriented with good multitasking and organizational ability
Fluency in English both written and oral
Sales Executives (Ref:0969)
Experience in field sales particularly in media (we also consider those with sales experience in the insurance/medical representative/banking and finance industries)
Result-oriented
Excellent communication and persuasion skills
Confidence and an outgoing personality
Ability to build relationships with customers
Diplomacy and patience
Ability to work under pressure and meet targets
Interested applicants may send their CVs to [email protected]
In the subject, indicate the job title and the reference number you are applying for:
Reporters – 0965
Designers – 0966
Web developer – 0967
Social media/digital executives – 0968
Sales executives – 0969
Attractive and competitive compensation package await successful applicants. UAE visit visa holders and interested individuals in the Philippines may also apply.
