Senior Social Media Scriptwriter

Role Overview

Senior Social Media Scriptwriter at Arab Nation, based in Dubai, UAE, reporting to the Head of Content.

Role Purpose

Craft compelling, knowledge-based scripts for social media content that bring editorial rigor and exceptional Arabic storytelling to diverse audiences across multiple formats and platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Content Creation & Scriptwriting

• Write, edit, and refine scripts for social media content across multiple formats and platforms.
• Translate complex, knowledge-based topics into engaging, accessible narratives for a broad audience.
• Maintain high standards of Arabic writing quality, grammar, and storytelling craft.

Editorial & Strategy

• Apply strong editorial judgment to ensure accuracy, tone, and cultural relevance of all scripted content.
• Collaborate with the content and production teams to align scriptwriting with broader editorial and brand strategy.
• Draw on a broad cultural and intellectual background to bring depth and credibility to content.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Media, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in leading media organizations or newsrooms.
• At least 2 years of professional experience working in Dubai.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating scriptwriting for serious, knowledge-based content.
• Prior experience at major regional or international news organizations (preferred).

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional Arabic writing and storytelling skills.
• Excellent analytical and editorial judgment.
• Broad cultural and intellectual background.
• Demonstrated ability to write for social-first, short-form formats without compromising editorial depth (preferred).