Features Writer, Logistics Middle East

Requirements

• Content Creation: Research, write, and produce engaging features, industry analysis, interviews, and news stories with a strong focus on aviation, logistics, and supply chain industries.
  


• Editorial Collaboration: Work closely with the Editor to align with the brand’s strategy, contribute ideas for content, and support special editorial projects.
  


• Industry Expertise: Stay updated on the latest trends, innovations, and challenges in the aviation and logistics industries, including airlines, airports, cargo operations, supply chain, and infrastructure.
  


• Travel and Coverage: Represent the brand at industry events, press trips, and conferences across the region and beyond. Report directly from site visits, launches, and aviation hubs, producing rich, on-the-ground content.
  


• Multi-Platform Writing: Create content that works seamlessly across print, web, social media, and newsletters, adapting tone and format for each platform.
  


• Interviews and Stakeholder Engagement: Conduct interviews with senior executives, thought leaders, and industry insiders to deliver exclusive, in-depth features and insights.
  


• SEO and Analytics: Optimize digital content for SEO and use analytics to understand performance and improve reach and engagement.
  


• Audience Growth: Collaborate with the editorial and digital teams to grow audiences across multiple platforms, including social media and newsletters.
  


• Event Coverage: Attend and report on major conferences, trade shows, and summits, producing live updates, post-event reports, and special feature content.
  


• Deadline Management: Balance multiple assignments while consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining high editorial standards.
  

• Writing Excellence: Proven ability to write engaging, accurate, and well-researched features, with a flair for storytelling and analysis.
  


• Passion for Aviation and Logistics: A strong interest in aviation, airlines, cargo, logistics, and the supply chain industries is essential. Knowledge of B2B publishing is a bonus.
  


• Editorial Experience: At least 2 years of experience in a journalistic or editorial role, ideally covering aviation, logistics, business, or related fields.
  


• Travel Enthusiasm: Willingness to travel regionally and internationally to cover events, visit facilities, and produce exclusive content.
  


• Digital Savvy: Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), SEO best practices, and social media tools for promoting and distributing content.
  


• Research Skills: Strong ability to research complex topics and translate them into accessible, engaging content for a professional audience.
  


• Adaptability: Capable of writing for diverse platforms, including long-form print features, short-form web articles, and social media posts.
  


• Collaboration: Skilled in working within a team environment and collaborating with editors, designers, and commercial teams to deliver impactful content.
  


• Time Management: Ability to handle multiple deadlines and assignments with efficiency and attention to detail.
  


• Event Enthusiasm: Comfortable representing the brand at events and conducting interviews in fast-paced environments..