Do you want to work in Ibiza next summer? Silly question, right...
Ibiza Spotlight is on the hunt for prospective writers to join our clubbing team for the 2027 season here on the island.
Does that sound like you or somebody you know? Are you legally allowed to work in Spain? (this one's important) Then your dream job might only be an email and casual conversation away.
We'll be arranging meetings online and in-person in Ibiza and London this winter and are keen to connect with anybody interested in applying.
About the job
Ibiza Spotlight, the island's number one independent guide and ticketing platform, is seeking native-speaking (or equivalent C2 level) English language writers with the right to work in the EU to join our team on an initial 3 to 6 month contract.
Candidates need to be eligible to work in Spain: either holding an existing TIE (tarjeta de identidad de extranjero, or foreigner ID card) or valid Irish or other EU-issued passport. Sorry Brits, we cannot currently accept applications from those who only hold a UK passport, unless you already have the required paperwork. Thanks a million, Brexit!
Primarily, this is a role in our nightlife division as part of our club team, although it will overlap with general content on occasion.
The position is entry-level, but a great introduction into the world of professional writing and the music business. Who knows where it could take you? Many of our past writers have gone on to become full-time Editors, while others have branched out to other roles in the industry.
Benefits include:
- guest list for parties, often with a +1
- access to interview some of the biggest DJs on the island
- the opportunity to try your hand at a wide variety of features, from news pieces and previews/reviews, to coverage of activities, cultural events and restaurants
The ideal applicant
Applicants should be self-motivated and passionate about clubbing and Ibiza in general, with a varied music taste, which should include a strong interest in House music as an absolute minimum, but be open-minded enough to try anything - including Reggaeton!
Candidates will be expected to submit examples of existing work with their application and all should have familiarity with our website, social channels and content output.
Some background in writing, whether that be a personal blog, contributing to a college publication or other previously published work, is desirable. An understanding of Ibiza's clubbing ecosystem would be beneficial, as would a basic grasp of Spanish (although not essential).
And, no, being a dab hand with Chat GPT or your LLM of choice will not suffice, I'm afraid. Be honest with yourself, because you will be quickly found out!
It also goes without saying that you will need be based on the island already or be prepared to move here, at least for the duration of your contract. Whilst some training can be undertaken remotely, once the season begins, being based anywhere else just isn't feasible.
We'd especially like to hear from any journalism students currently at or about to leave university, who might not necessarily want to dive straight into the corporate world, but would love the summer of a lifetime before the serious adulting begins!
Finally, we don't expect you to know everything, but you should know the difference between Trance and Techno and the difference between Armin van Buuren and Armand Van Helden!
What's it like to work for Ibiza Spotlight? Our former colleagues Kane and Jo say it best
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Our class of summer 2019
Please submit your application via email to clubbing(at)ibiza(hyphen)spotlight(dot)com, including a short introduction, links to your social channels and up to three examples of your best or most recent work.
If no examples exist but you still feel like you would make an excellent candidate, we may set you writing tasks as part of the suitability assessment.
We are an equal opportunist employer and encourage applications from individuals from diverse and minority backgrounds. What are you waiting for?