New joiner at Coffee Communications

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Coffee Communications has appointed Augustine Paredes to the role of Creative Assistant and Graphic Designer. Augustine previously worked in Sweden with Photowall as Photo Editor and the Philippines with Art Personas Ink as Art Director before moving to the UAE and most recently working with Hyku D Photography as Photographer and Videographer. In his new role, he will become an integral part of the creative content development at Coffee Communications and help in strengthening as well as growing strong visual content and creative copywriting as the foundation of the agency’s output across social media, marketing and public relations.

“Working for Coffee Communications means working with passion and integrity,” says Augustine. “As a visual artist working mostly on graphic design and photography, thinking outside the box is essential for career growth — and working with Coffee Communications gives me that opportunity as we keep on brewing innovative ideas every time.”

Ipsos MENA appoints new CEO

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Independent research company, Ipsos MENA has promoted Joseph El Habre to the role of CEO of Ipsos Interactive Services (IIS) and Operations, MENA. Having joined Ipsos in 1996, Joseph started as Chief Information and Operations Officer – MENA and most recently held the position of Chief Operating Officer – MENA. In his new role, he will oversee the expansion of the Ipsos Observer department, which specialises in survey management, data collection and delivery, and the growth of the IIS online panel across the MENA region. He will also focus on ensuring the running of surveys using a wide range of techniques at high quality levels to be able to derive the most accurate and secure results from advertising, customer loyalty, marketing, media and PR fields.

“I look forward to taking on this new role and further growing the online and offline business in MENA,” says Joseph. “We give equal importance to both fields, as our ultimate aim is to understand people whoever they are and wherever they are.”

Yi-Hwa Hanna steps down at Women’s Health

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After eight years with ITP Media Group, Yi-Hwa Hanna is moving on from her position as Editor-in-Chief of Women’s Health Middle East. Yi-Hwa joined ITP Media Group in 2010 and worked across a number of publications including VIVA Magazine as Features Editor and Good Housekeeping Middle East as Deputy Editor before taking on her most recent role of Editor-in-Chief at Women’s Health Middle East. Having been a key member of Women’s Health Middle East’s launch team and as a part of her role, she conceptualised the features of the magazine from start to finish, worked with emerging talents in the creative fields, handled photoshoots and represented the brand on several occasions to lead it towards becoming one of the region’s most recognised titles.

Yi-Hwa will be moving on to a full-time position in content management at a leading agency, and continue to work on her lifestyle blog, intotheether.me, where she will write and feature contributors time to time on a number of thought-provoking topics, interesting information, practical advice and inspirational stories.

“Launching and then working on Women’s Health Middle East as the Editor-in-Chief for the past four years has been a dream role for me in many ways, where I was able to combine both my skill set and personal passions and work with some of the most inspirational people I’ve met throughout my career,” says Yi-Hwa. “I’m so proud to have been able to grow the brand into what it is today and it will always remain a highlight of my career. However, it’s time for a new adventure for me and I’m thrilled to be moving on to a new chapter, at an exciting position with an amazing team of people.”

Duha Shabib joins Galeries Lafayette and BHV MARAIS

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Galeries Lafayette and LE BHV MARAIS, part of the Galeries Lafayette Group has appointed Duha Shabib to the role of PR and Social Media Manager. Duha previously worked with Hill+Knowlton Strategies as Account Executive and most recently with Chalhoub Group as Senior PR Executive, where she handled the Group’s concepts stores including, TRYANO, Wojooh and Tanagra. In her new role she will be managing all communications and social media platforms for Galeries Lafayette and BHV MARAIS. She will also be responsible for promoting the brands different categories including, interior design, food, women and men’s fashion across the region.

“I am thrilled to have the opportunity to be handling Galeries Lafayette and LE BHV communication department and looking forward to making a positive contribution to the organisation,” says Duha.

New Digital Editor at Cosmopolitanme.com

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Cosmopolitanme.com, part of ITP Media Group has appointed Farah Andrews to the role of Digital Editor. Farah previously worked with ITP Media Group’s magazine, OK! Middle East as Features Editor and will now take on her new role at Cosmopolitanme.com, to work across digital content for the magazine. She will also contribute editorial strategies to further develop the Cosmopolitan brand across the region.

New appointment at Jumeirah Zabeel Saray

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Jumeirah Zabeel Saray, part of Jumeirah Group has appointed Raziena Cajee to the role of Director of Marketing and Communications. With over 12 years of experience in corporate marketing communications, Raziena joined Jumeirah Group in 2005 and most recently held the position of Brand Marketing Communications Manager, where she lead the brand strategy and development as well as the management of Jumeriah Group’s Dubai team. In her new role, she will work alongside Katja Graf, Director of Sales and Marketing at Jumeirah Zabeel Saray to further develop and lead the resort’s marketing and communications team across PR, marketing and partnership development.

“I am pleased to welcome Raziena to the team and confident she will deliver continued success to the marketing function at the resort,” says Hakan Petek, General Manager, Jumeirah Zabeel Saray.

FourFourTwo Arabia welcomes new Editor

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Newly launched football magazine, FourFourTwo Arabia has appointed Ali Khaled to the role of Editor. Ali previously worked with 7DAYS as Managing Editor and with The National as Senior Sports Columnist after which he most recently worked as a freelance writer. In his new role, he will oversee the editorial content of FourFourTwo Arabia and develop an engaging digital presence as well as concise content strategies for the growth of the magazine across the region.

“I’m delighted to have the opportunity to edit FourFourTwo Arabia, and look forward to reaching a wide football audience in the Middle East and beyond,” says Ali. “There is a real opportunity to produce strong stories from the Middle East in a fresh, modern way, as well as continuing to cover the global game in the way that the FourFourTwo brand has become known for.”

Architectural Digest ME appoints new Editor-in-Chief

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Architectural Digest Middle East, part of APP Media Group has appointed Talib Choudhry to the role of Editor-in-Chief starting September 2017. With extensive knowledge in the magazine industry, Talib started out in the UK with ELLE’s features team and moved on to Sunday Times Style as Interior Editor. He also worked with Arena as Associate Editor and with ELLE Decoration as Deputy Editor, after which he most recently worked with Telegraph Media Group as Design and Interior Editor, and with ELLE Decoration as Editor-at-Large. In his new role, he will oversee all of Architectural Digest Middle East’s editorial content and contribute to its strategic development across the region.

“It is an honour to become part of the global Architectural Digest Middle East family and there has never been a better time to celebrate creative excellence in the Arab region,” says Talib. “The GCC is at the cutting edge of the international design scene and confidently establishing a unique visual signature, which Architectural Digest Middle East will showcase in suitably innovative ways, both in print and online.”

New appointment at Bauer Works

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Bauer Works, part of Bauer Media has appointed Michaela Williams to the role of Digital Content Creator. Michaela previously joined Bauer Media Australia in 2010 and later moved to Dubai, where she worked in-house as Acting Editor at ITP Media Group’s publication, Stylist Arabia and then with Bauer Works as a freelance contributor. She currently works as a freelance Beauty Writer for GN Publishing’s titles, Citizen K Arabia and Friday. In her new role, she will rejoin Bauer Works team part-time and work on visitdubai.com as well as on its multi-media and content channels. She will also provide coverage on the best things to see, do, taste and buy in Dubai with a focus on as-it-happens content.

“After previously working in-house for Bauer Media Australia and then freelancing for the media group from Dubai, I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to rejoin Bauer Works and to work with the dynamic DTCM team,” says Michaela. “I’ll be spending three days a week covering the best things to see, do, taste and buy in Dubai, with a focus on as-it-happens content dedicated to this extraordinary city.”

Lovin Dubai makes structural changes

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Online guide, Lovin Dubai, has made structural changes to its team following its expansion in the UAE. Caitlyn Davey will take on the role of Editor having recently held the position of Deputy Editor at Lovin Dubai. In her new role she will oversee the editorial content and the Lovin brand within Dubai as well as the brand’s expansion into Saudi Arabia in September, 2017.

Casey Fitzgerald who previously worked as a freelance Contributing Writer at Lovin Dubai will now join the team full-time as Deputy Editor and work closely alongside the existing team to help develop the editorial aspect of the site.

“Lovin Dubai aims to be the definite inside track for people here, with Caitlyn stepping up to the Editor position and the arrival of Casey full-time, I am confident that we have the strongest possible editorial team to continue the growth of the platform,”says Richard Fitzgerald, Managing Director, We Are Augustus.