Ref: OP148-06

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

We are looking for an Arabic Account Manager to join our global market leading company and work on some instantly recognised, leading airline accounts.
The purpose of the role is to provide high quality Arabic content and programmes to IFP’s clients in good time for either loading onto aircraft or for integration with other digital media files. Ensure content is suitable for specific client needs, is accurate, in line with financial expectations and IFP’s global strategy.
You will be on a fast learning curve from the airline market and our global entertainment company, absorbing the latest trends and possibilities within this fast changing industry. This is a significant role for a candidate looking to shine and grow alongside the market leading entertainment company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as key contact for airline client(s) for Arabic programming
• Project manage and troubleshoot any issues related to Arabic content programming and delivery
• Screen Arabic content for suitability for airline clients producing and recording accurate edit notes in relation to airline specific requirements
• Carry out regular programme research including ordering of screeners and research in and sourcing of Arabic content in general
• Develop good working relationships with suppliers and ability to negotiate pricing within set budgets
• Schedule content in line with creative and financial briefs
• Translation of Arabic into English and vice versa
• Ability to write creatively – to provide synopsis details for content, justify selections, review content etc
• Management of metadata across a number of documents and portals
• Enter vital company information into database system and keep the database up to date and accurate
• Creation of playlists, TV grids, purchase orders and related data
• Production of audio programming including script writing, supervising voice overs, music selection and programme compilation
• Strive for continuous product development by suggesting creative ideas and planning strategies for continuous product improvement
• Perform quality control testing on incoming masters, edited content and other Arabic related material as required
• Liaison with Video Encoding and Editing departments, content suppliers, production houses etc to ensure timely completion of tasks
• Act as point of contact for the client, suppliers and other IFP colleagues on Arabic related issues for one or more airlines/clients.
• Liaison with IFP Offices, Distributors and Third Party Suppliers.

Requirements

• Working knowledge and confidence with Microsoft Office tools such as MS Word and MS Excel are key pre-requisites, as are general PC-based skills and experience.
• Knowledge of database systems is essential.
• The ability to consistently deliver work of high quality against tight deadlines is considered an important attribute for people performing this role.
• Good communication skills are essential.
• An ability to pay attention to detail is an important attribute of people performing this role.
• An interest in Arabic video (any genre), Arabic TV production and/or broadcast TV, an interest in Arabic music (any genre), music recording and production and/or broadcast radio are desirable.

About the Company

We've definitely come a long way since our journey began in 1979. Back then, we were a small audio programming operator, now we provide a complete end-to-end service covering all aspects of the passenger entertainment experience.

Today we support our clients through the ever-changing landscape of inflight entertainment. We are focusing on handheld devices, wifi streaming and alternative ways of engaging passengers throughout their entire journey.

We create inspiring solutions that take inflight entertainment beyond the onboard experience – engaging passengers before, during and after their flight with innovative interfaces, apps and content.

We offer an integrated, end-to-end service, covering all aspects of the passenger entertainment experience. We acquire captivating movies, TV and audio content. We have the technical capabilities to work with all aircraft and onboard systems. We create engaging user experiences through imaginative

GUIs, apps, websites, print and publications. Ultimately, we provide exceptional service, value and creativity.

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