Arts and Visuals Editor - WIRED Middle East

Arts and Visuals Editor - WIRED Middle East Arts and Visuals Editor - WIRED Middle East Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Direct message the job poster from Condé Nast Middle East Condé Nast is a global media company, home to iconic brands including Condé Nast Traveller, AD, Vogue, GQ, The New Yorker, Glamour, Vanity Fair and Wired, among many others. The company's award-winning content reaches 88 million consumers in print, 419 million in digital and 432 million across social platforms, and generates more than 1 billion video views each month.The company is headquartered in London and New York and operates in 32 markets worldwide, including China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico & Latin America, Middle East, Spain, Taiwan, the U.K. and the U.S, with local licence partners across the globe.Condé Nast Middle East is dedicated to producing high-quality, compelling content that connects with Middle East's most influential audiences. Our vision for our workplace is one that is centred on transparency and respect and with values that bring forward the best in all of us. We are committed to creating a culture where diverse voices and perspectives are encouraged and respected, and where all employees are equally supported in developing their careers — where people can truly be themselves and achieve their best.Arts and Visuals Editor WIRED is seeking an experienced Arts and Visuals Editor to shape the visual identity of WIRED Middle East. In this role, you’ll curate, commission, and edit striking visuals that elevate our journalism across digital, social, and emerging platforms. You’ll collaborate with writers, editors, and external creatives to ensure our visual storytelling is original, and in line with our brand.Key Responsibilities: Research and select appropriate stock photos and assets for online stories.Conceptualize, design and commission illustrations and photography for feature stories, and digital packages.Develop and maintain a network of freelance artists, illustrators, photographers, and studios.Edit and refine commissioned artwork to align with editorial vision and brand guidelines.Collaborate closely with editorial teams to ensure visuals are optimized for multiple platforms and audiences.Stay ahead of trends in visual storytelling and emerging technologies that can enhance our storytelling.Manage budgets and contracts for commissioned work.Requirements: 5+ years of experience in editorial art direction, visual editing, or a related creative field at a media company, publication, or agency.A compelling portfolio that showcases your ability to elevate stories through visuals.Proven track record of commissioning and working with a diverse range of artists.Strong editorial judgment, an eye for detail, and the ability to craft visuals that make complex topics accessible and engaging.Experience in a fast-paced environment balancing multiple projects and deadlines.Excellent communication and collaboration skills.Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite and digital asset management systems.Preferred: Understanding of digital publishing best practices, including SEO and audience engagement.Passion for WIRED’s mission and a curiosity for the intersection of technology, design, and culture.Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Art/Creative Industries Book and Periodical Publishing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Condé Nast Middle East by 2x Get notified about new Art Director jobs in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates 20 hours ago Sr. Art Director, Brand Innovation Lab, Brand Innovation Lab MENADirector - Human Resources - Jumeirah Group & Corporate Operations Director – Radiator Manufacturing Director of Sales And Business Development Creative Manager, Social Video (Build an AI-native global brand in Dubai)Executive Director Design Management (Transport Terminals)We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr