Hub Editor

Thomson Reuters

. Support the Breaking News & Daily Editor in managing the daily news file across text, video, pictures and other storytelling formats .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeDubai • United Arab EmiratesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong news judgement and the ability to make decisive editorial decisions under pressure while coordinating coverage across multiple formats and platforms. Proven experience in breaking news environments, with a commitment to ethical journalism and the ability to mentor and develop talent.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Breaking News ManagementStrong News JudgementCross-Format Coverage CoordinationVideo Journalism UnderstandingMentoring and Talent Development

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Hard Skills

Writing SkillsEditing SkillsNews Coverage CoordinationStory DevelopmentField Reporting Maximization

Soft Skills

Collaboration SkillsCommunication SkillsDecision-Making Under PressurePrioritization Skills

Tools & Technologies

Newsroom TechnologyAI Tools for ResearchVerification ToolsProduction Tools

Industry Keywords

Middle East KnowledgeNorth Africa KnowledgeReuters Trust PrinciplesHostile Environment ExperienceBreaking News Coverage

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Breaking News & Daily Editor in managing the daily news file across text, video, pictures and other storytelling formats
Set editorial priorities and coordinate daily coverage
Act as the daily traffic cop for news flow, shaping the pace and direction of coverage
Decide which news lines to develop as trunk or spot stories and which to handle as sidebars
Direct string for trunk stories
Anticipate legal and ethical questions and escalate issues appropriately
Coordinate coverage across formats and platforms with the Breaking & Daily News Editor
Anticipate how stories will develop and what clients will need next
Work with bureau chiefs to determine story development and medium
Maximise the value of field reporting across formats
Make fast editorial calls as stories develop and priorities shift
Support integrated breaking news coverage across text, video, pictures and other storytelling formats
Ensure coverage meets Reuters’ diverse client needs
Drive smart ideas and innovation in daily coverage
Deliver the Reuters Breaking News Drill across assets

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong knowledge of the Middle East and North Africa
Proven experience in hostile and challenging environments
Proven experience running a compelling breaking news file
Strong news judgement and ability to make decisive, sound decisions under pressure
Excellent collaboration and communication skills
Ability to prioritise and coordinate coverage in a fast-paced environment
Strong understanding of the needs of multiple platforms and client types
Strong writing and editing skills across a range of news stories
Demonstrated commitment to the Reuters Trust Principles of independence, integrity and freedom from bias
Proven track record leading major breaking news, elections, conflicts or disasters
Demonstrated ability to coordinate coverage across multiple bureaux and field teams
Understanding of video journalism and cross-format coverage
Strong technical understanding of newsroom technology
Familiarity with AI tools for research, verification, production and news workflows
Track record of mentoring and developing talent

Benefits

Comp & perks

Global career and progression opportunities
On-the-job learning and coaching
Dedicated training team focused on continuous journalist development
Competitive salary packages
Market-leading benefits
Paid volunteering days
Opportunity to work alongside Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists
Flexible work environments