Senior Arabic Social Scriptwriter for Knowledge Content

Remote DXB; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Remote DXB in Dubai seeks a senior Arabic-language scriptwriter/editor to lead the development of knowledge-based content for social media and broadcast platforms. You will translate complex topics into engaging narratives while upholding editorial quality and cultural relevance.

The role demands exceptional Arabic writing, a robust portfolio, and the ability to guide content strategy across teams. Candidates should have substantial newsroom leadership experience and strong analytical judgment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in journalism, media or related field.
• 5+ years leading media organizations or newsrooms.
• At least 2 years of professional experience in Dubai.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• Maintain high standards of Arabic writing quality, grammar, and storytelling craft.
• Draw on a broad cultural and intellectual background to bring depth and credibility to content.

Skills

Arabic writing

Editorial judgment

Storytelling

Scriptwriting portfolio

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Media, or related field

Job description

Remote DXB in Dubai seeks a senior Arabic-language scriptwriter/editor to lead the development of knowledge-based content for social media and broadcast platforms. You will translate complex topics into engaging narratives while upholding editorial quality and cultural relevance.

The role demands exceptional Arabic writing, a robust portfolio, and the ability to guide content strategy across teams. Candidates should have substantial newsroom leadership experience and strong analytical judgment.