Middle East Journalism Assignment Editor Wanted for General Dynamics (USA)

19 February 2011
Middle East Journalism Assignment Editor Wanted for General Dynamics (USA)
General Dynamics Information Technology is a top-tier IT integrator that provides information technology, systems engineering and professional services to customers in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, federal civil and commercial sectors. With approximately 17,000 professionals worldwide, the company has the customer knowledge, domain expertise and proven performance to manage large-scale, mission-critical IT programs.

Seeking an assignment editor to coordinate the article submission process and communications with correspondents for a website focused on the Middle East region. The website publishes in Arabic, English and Farsi.

The editor will screen and edit submissions in Arabic. Other tasks include Arabic copy-editing, researching local and regional media in the Middle East and identifying coverage angles.

The position requires strong familiarity with Arab and Middle East culture and working experience in the region as a journalist.

Bachelor's Degree

The job requires excellent computer and communications skills. Strong Internet research skills in both Arabic and English.

The applicant must have native fluency in Arabic, and strong spoken and written English.

5-8 years of experience.

Must be able to work under pressure, using a variety of sources including news wires and the Internet. Some weekend work will be required. Some shifts might extend into the early evening. Must be flexible to be on call in case of breaking news.

Apply directly at General Dynamics career site here.
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