Content Editor

About the Role

We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented Content Editor fluent in Arabic and English to drive engaging and performance-focused digital content across numerous social platforms. This position involves more than just content creation; it includes understanding how content connects with audiences, leveraging trends, and optimizing posts for growth, engagement, and community interaction within a fast-paced digital environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce compelling written, visual, and short-form materials tailored for Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook, LinkedIn, Snapchat, and new platforms.
• Create captions, hooks, scripts, headlines, and post copy bilingually in Arabic and English.
• Capture and develop short-form content such as reels, stories, interviews, event coverage, and trending formats.
• Ensure all content aligns with brand tone, standards, and platform best practices.
• Support daily content publishing and upkeep of content calendars across social channels.
• Adapt content styles to fit platform-specific audience preferences and behaviors.
• Track and analyze trends, cultural events, and viral opportunities relevant locally and regionally.
• Consistently maintain content tone, quality, and timely delivery.
• Monitor content performance metrics and uncover opportunities to enhance reach, engagement, and retention.
• Optimize content using insights related to saves, shares, watch-time, and interactions.
• Engage with the community by responding to comments, messages, and fostering audience interaction as needed.
• Collaborate with designers, videographers, editors, and other stakeholders to support content strategies.
• Assist with branded content creation, client deliverables, and campaigns.
• Help with minor translation and localization tasks.
• Participate in on-ground content creation during events and activations.

Experience and Qualifications

• Fluency in both written and spoken Arabic and English is essential.
• At least three years of professional experience in content creation, social media management, or digital publishing.
• Excellent writing and copywriting abilities for social media and editorial content.
• Strong familiarity with various social media platforms, their content types, and audience behaviors.
• Basic skills in filming and mobile content capture.
• Experience with content scheduling and management tools such as Meta Business Suite, Hootsuite, Sprout, Buffer, or Later.
• Ability to analyze content performance data and utilize insights to optimize content.
• Experience with short-form video editing software like CapCut, Premiere Pro, and Canva.
• Deep cultural understanding of Qatar, the GCC region, and expatriate communities.
• Highly organized, detail-focused, and able to manage deadlines effectively.
• Preferred: Experience working with marketplaces, classifieds, lifestyle, or media platforms; familiarity with influencer collaborations and viral content tactics; comprehension of retention and hook strategies.

Core Competencies

• Creativity and storytelling aptitude.
• Keen awareness of platform trends and audience behavior.
• Agility and rapid content execution skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Attention to detail and adherence to brand guidelines.
• Sense of ownership and accountability for results.