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Crowd funding begins for magpie magazine

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A crowdfunding project is underway to support the launch of magpie magazine, a new publication looking to cover artistic and cultural subjects across the UAE from a non-commercial perspective. A passion project of Dennis Jarrett, former Editor in Chief of Dubai Week and Abu Dhabi Week – part of Turret Media – magpie will cover fine art, sculpture and 3D work, literature, film, photography, music, theatre and dance, all in a format with a strong focus on design. magpie currently has 24 days of its crowd funding campaign to go and pledges can be made at http://www.pozible.com/project/201195.

“Over the last five or six years I’ve been watching the explosion here in arts, culture, design, performance and other creative endeavours,” says Dennis. “I’ve long felt that this exciting, buzzing scene needed a focal point, a kind of hangout-cum-information exchange that can highlight what’s going on and who’s doing it. Hence magpie, which initially will be a print magazine for the UAE, but we intend to broaden the delivery as well as the coverage to be online… lots of big plans, lots of ambitions.”

Anna Roberts launches Nudge

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International Radio and TV Broadcaster Anna Roberts has launched Nudge, a communications advisory agency specialising in public speaking and media training. Nudge will provide one-on-one training for CEOs and workshops for entrepreneurs wanting to improve their communication techniques, as well as event moderation, hosting and MC services. The agency can also creatively plan and script media campaigns and work with clients to build brand presence.

“With more than a decade of broadcasting experience and 21 years in the Middle East, I wanted to make more of an impact on the media landscape by sharing my skills and practical advice,” says Anna. “I believe in empowering everyone, from entrepreneurs to CEOs to speak publicly with their authentic voice to create more platforms of shared knowledge. When you know better, you do better. Nudge is unique because it offers a wealth of industry experience, incredible knowledge of the region and the ability to tailor offerings specifically to the client.”

 

Stuart Appleby joins Sport360

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Stuart Appleby has joined Sport360 as a Video and Online Journalist. New to Dubai, Stuart most recently worked as a Sports Journalist at Hayters Teamwork Sports Agency in London where he covered Premier League football on a weekly basis, as well as other major sporting events, in both video and print mediums. In tandem with his work at Hayters, he spent over a year with the England Cricket team as their in-house Content Manager. For Sport360, Stuart will be covering a number of high-profile events, producing both video and print interviews for Sport360’s online service and newspaper.

“I’m pleased to have joined Sport360 and I’m looking forward to a new journalistic challenge in the UAE,” says Stuart. “The region is fast becoming a hub for sport and it is great to report on many leading tournaments and events.”

 

Purobeach welcomes new PR Director

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Purobeach UAE has appointed Ellie Keene to the role of PR Director. Set to open in December 2015, the beach club will be located at the JA Jebel Ali Golf Resort and is the second Purobeach opening in the UAE. Home to a new restaurant and spa, as well as watersports facitilities during the day, the venue will also host a number of events – from private parties to resident DJ nights. Ellie will be responsible for all of the venue’s PR, and will be working alongside Marketing Director Martin Quinn, to handle all communications and media coverage for Purobeach UAE.

“Working in the nightlight industry in Dubai has always been an interest of mine and adding Purobeach to the list of projects I am currently working on is extremely exciting,” says Ellie. “I am really looking forward to building the success of this already reputable brand in the UAE.”

 

Entourage welcomes Hanan Shafey

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Hanan Shafey has joined Entourage Marketing and Events as Senior Arabic Copywriter. With over 10 years of work experience in creative writing and translation, she most recently worked at Viola Communications as Content Writer and Translator. In her new role, Hanan will be developing press releases, news features and advertorials for Entourage, as well as working on content creation for websites and brochures, and supporting the agency’s PR department.

“I believe that words inspire good marketing,” says Hanan. “I have a great passion for writing which I am looking to translate into success in my new role with the Entourage team.”

 

The Red Bulletin to launch

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International men’s active lifestyle magazine, The Red Bulletin is set to launch in the United Arab Emirates in April 2016. Covering sports, culture, arts, music and lifestyle features, the magazine offers a range of global content as well as national interests, with a visual storytelling approach to journalism. The Red Bulletin will begin with an initial print run of 12,500 copies, and will be under BPA audit from its launch. Priced at AED 15, the monthly publication will be available from retail outlets, sports retailers, Virgin stores, Vox Cinemas, Red Bull events, universities, hotels and airline lounges, as well as bars, clubs and other selected partners.

“This is an exciting opportunity for Red Bull Media House and Awesome Media to provide a fresh, new publication to the UAE and beyond,” says Chris Haill, Publishing Director and Partner, Awesome Media UK. “The magazine fits the ethos of the UAE, offering aspirational editorial and visual storytelling from a worldwide brand. Already distributed in 11 countries, we feel the ‘gives you wings’ approach of Red Bull perfectly fits the UAE way to life, culture and business.”

Kate Grevillé joins Q Communications

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Q Communications’ Abu Dhabi office has welcomed Kate Grevillé to the role of Middle East Director. Joining Q Communications from UK agency Tangerine, where she worked as Associate Director, Kate has over 10 years of experience in the communications industry and has lead global consumer campaigns for brands including Pizza Hut, Manchester United Soccer Schools and The North Face. Her new role will see Kate lead and grow Q Communications’ team in its recently launched Abu Dhabi office, she will be responsible for driving growth, managing client relations, day-to-day business operations and new business development, reporting to the agency’s Co-Founders and Directors, Katie Harvey and Elsa Roodt.

“Kate is hugely talented and brings with her some fantastic global experience which will be a valuable asset to Q Communications,” says Katie Harvey, Co-Founder and Director, Q Communications. “Her experience in the hospitality  sector specifically, is second to none and we’re delighted to have her on board.”

Kate adds “Q Communications has an exceptional reputation. The team is well known for running highly impactful campaigns which achieve meaningful results. The expansion into Abu Dhabi with the opening of Q Communications ME is the first stage of a wider expansion plan into the GCC. Abu Dhabi is a thriving business environment and offers so much opportunity , especially within the hospitality industry and in the digital arena.”