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Olivia Phillips joins Grazia Middle East

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Fashion and lifestyle magazines Grazia Middle East, Grazia Qatar and Grazia Luxury, part of the ITP Publishing group, welcome Olivia Phillips to the role of Deputy Editor. With 10 years of experience, Olivia most recently worked as Fashion Features Editor for Emirates Woman, where she was responsible for fashion and beauty features. Previously she held positions at Stylist UK and Net-a-Porter.com and has written for You magazine, Refinery29.com and MatchesFashion.com.

Shayan Shakeel joins ITP

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ITP Publishing has welcomed Shayan Shakeel to the role of Editor of Aviation Business magazine. Previously Editor at Telecom Reviewand most recently Senior Journalist at Bloomberg Businessweek, Shayan has over seven years of experience in journalism and communications and has worked on leading editorial content for special reports, as well as online and print publications. In his new role, he will be responsible for reporting news across a number of topics relevant to the aviation industry including; airlines, airline services, airports, technological providers and all related policy development.

Time Out welcomes Dominic Beesley

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Time Out Dubai, part of ITP Publishing, has welcomed Dominic Beesley to the role of Music and Nightlife Editor. Dominic was previously Junior Features Writer at Hype magazine, part of Motivate Publishing. In his new role, he will be handling the Music and Nightlife section of Time Out Dubai, which will include researching, writing and editing articles, interviews and features as well as assisting to organise events such as the Time Out Dubai Music and Nightlife Awards.

Tom Paye goes freelance

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Tom Paye has made the move to freelance journalism from his role as e-Content Specialist at Hilti Middle East, Turkey and Africa. Tom brings over six years of experience with him and has worked for companies such as ITP Publishing, CPI Media Group and White Fox Media on publications such as Arabian Computer News, Network Middle East and Computer News Middle East. He will continue to work on covering the IT industry in the Middle East for various clients, as well as taking on projects that involve covering the luxury lifestyle sector and motor industry. 

“I think it’s every journalist’s dream job – to go freelance, to work on your own time, on the projects you really want to do,” says Tom. “I’ve been lucky in that a few things have fallen into place and now I’ve got an opportunity to make it work. I’m really looking forward to taking on the challenge and hopefully I’ll be building great relationships with great titles for years to come.”

Lekha Menon promoted at Masala! Magazine

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Masala! magazine, part of ITP Publishing, has promoted Lekha Menon to the role of Editor. Having worked with Masala! for the past five years as Deputy Editor, Lekha has over 15 years of experience in journalism and has previously worked in India on publications such as The Times of India, Marwar and DNA. As Editor, she will now be responsible for overseeing the production of the weekly Bollywood, fashion and lifestyle magazine, sourcing exclusive content and interviewing Asian celebrities for features. Lekha will also be assisting in events, building relationships with prominent personalities and representing the Masala! brand at high-profile events.

Time Out welcomes new Digital Editor

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Time Out, part of ITP Publishing, has welcomed Alex Dunham to the role of Digital Editor. An experienced Journalist and Videographer, Alex has over eight years of international experience with media companies in Spain, Italy, the UK and South Africa, where he most recently worked as a freelance Video Journalist. In his new role, he will work on digital content for the Time Out brand. 

McGettigan’s Group welcomes Chanelle Tourish

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Chanelle Tourish has joined the McGettigan’s Group as PR and Communication Manager. With over six years of experience in journalism and PR, Chanelle previously worked for Time Out Dubai, part of ITP Publishing, as Music and Nightlife Editor. In her new role, she will be responsible for overseeing all public relations and communications for the McGettigan’s brand around the world.

“With the recent McGettigan’s growth, we are very pleased to have Chanelle join the team,” says Dennis McGettigan, CEO, McGettigan’s Group. “Her years of experience in journalism and nightlife is a great combination for us and we’re sure that she’s going to play a key role for us as we look to further expand the brand worldwide.”

Chanelle adds “I’m thrilled to take on this new role with McGettigan’s and to be representing a brand I feel so passionate about. This is a very exciting time for the group, who are going from strength-to-strength with the launch of two new venues in Dubai.”

 

Motivate welcomes Ronda Mustapha

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Ronda Mustapha has joined Motivate Publishing as Senior Sales Manager for Emirates Woman. Previously Advertising Sales Manager at ITP Publishing, Ronda has over 10 years of experience in sales, as well as a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Balamand, Lebanon. In her new role, she will be responsible for identifying commercial opportunities and maximising revenue generation for the Emirates Woman brand.

JJ Anisiobi promoted at ITP

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ITP Publishing has promoted JJ Anisiobi to the role of Editor of Ahlan! Magazine. Previously Deputy Editor for the weekly publication, JJ will continue to be responsible for overseeing the magazine and its website as well as leading news, interviewing celebrities for features and deciding on cover lines on a weekly basis. He will also continue to represent the celebrity title on the new weekly TV show, Ahlan! on Dubai Life. Sarah Hedley Hymers will continue to lead the Ahlan! brand as Group Editorial Director.

Motivate welcomes new Editor

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Lauren Steadman has joined Motivate Publishing as an Editor for its Connect division. Previously an Editor at ITP Publishing, Lauren has over 15 years of experience in journalism, five of which have been spent in the Gulf region. In her new role, she will edit Flashes magazine, writing and commissioning features concerning education, development, health and sustainability across the Middle East. Lauren will also be working as Contributing Editor for The Week magazine.