The Qode launches new division

Dubai based agency The Qode has introduced a new digital division that combines its offline and online services, headed up by Soraya Spahi who has over ten years of experience in digital marketing. She will oversee the new division from interactive social media management and web development to SEO/SEM campaigns that will help develop, as well as promote, branded content.

“Going digital was the next natural step for the Qode and we are so excited to have begun this very important journey into the future of communication,” says Dipesh Depala, Managing Partner, The Qode.

Varun Godinho joins Global Citizen

Global Citizen magazine has welcomed Varun Godinho to the role of Digital Editor. With over nine years of experience in journalism, Varun has previously worked with publications including; Time Out, Times of India and, most recently, GQ. In his new role, he will oversee the digital editorial content for Global Citizen magazine as well as its social media channels.

“The Middle East is at an exciting place within the digital editorial sphere,” says Varun. “Digital isn’t here to replace print, but to be the perfect partner in crime. Global Citizen is delivering an editorially rich experience across multiple platforms and I look forward to being a part of that team here.”

Baroque Film Launches

Dubai-based creative production company Baroque, has launched Baroque Film. The new unit, which was formed as a result of Baroque’s acquisition of Milan-based Dress Code Film, will develop quality content from filmmakers and storytellers internationally. Baroque Film will be headed by Lorenzo Bassano, Co-Founder of Dress Code Film and will focus on producing culturally-tailored solutions for brands and agencies.

“Lorenzo and I go back a long way,” says Ali Mansoor, Co-Founder and Chief Executive, Baroque. “Now, as he takes on the leadership role at Baroque Film, Lorenzo will pass on his expertise and passion for film as well as his skills in interactive filmmaking for new media platforms to our roster of directors to ensure that we create groundbreaking work with passion, love and care.”

Time Out Bahrain launches first event in Manama

Time Out Bahrain, produced by ITP Publishing Group in Dubai, is launching a music festival in Manama. The event will be called Bahrain Jams and follows the launch of Time Out Live! from Time Out GCC. Taking place in Café Amsterdam and La Vinoteca Barcelona on September 30, 2016, Time Out Live! will showcase popular local bands and musicians including; Mo Zowayed, The Hot Club of Bahrain and Tony Attalla.

“We at Time Out are massively excited to launch the new brand extension; Time Out Live!” says Katy Gillett, Group Editor, Time Out Bahrain. “Where better to kick it off than on the beautiful island nation of Bahrain, where there’s a thriving local music scene? Alongside this awesome new festival, we at Time Out Bahrain are also currently finding more and more creative ways to tap into Bahrain’s grassroots communities, offering support to the country’s most talented people. Watch this space.”

Oasis Living welcomes new Editor

Emma Proctor, has taken on the role of Editor-in-Chief of Oasis Living magazine, the monthly magazine centred around life in Al Ain. In her new role, Emma will work on commissioning stories, leading the Oasis Living editorial team, as well as writing and growing the publication’s readership. She will also continue to work in her existing More Info »