About Us:
Albawaba is a leading news outlet dedicated to delivering timely, reliable, and engaging content across various platforms. With an eye on the digital landscape, we are committed to reaching audiences where they are—on social media, mobile apps, and beyond.
Job Description:
We are looking for a Social Media Script Writer & Specialist to join our editorial team and drive the conversation on our social platforms. In this role, you will curate, write, and manage engaging arabic news content tailored for social media audiences, ensuring it resonates across multiple channels. You will help shape our social media presence by crafting stories that engage, inform, and inspire conversation.
Key Responsibilities:
• Monitor and curate trending news stories for social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter (X) and Instagram
• Write compelling social media copy that aligns with brand voice and drives user engagement.
• Create and publish multimedia content (text, images, videos, infographics) for various social media platforms.
• Stay on top of the latest social media trends, tools, and best practices to maximize reach and impact.
• Collaborate with editorial teams to adapt news stories for social media and ensure they are optimized for different platforms.
• Engage with followers and respond to comments and messages in real-time to foster community interaction.
• Analyze social media analytics to assess the performance of content and refine strategies accordingly.
• Work closely with the marketing team to align social media strategy with overall brand and campaign objectives.
Qualifications:
• Proven experience in social media content creation, news writing, or digital journalism.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms, trends, and algorithms.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Ability to create engaging content with a focus on news and current affairs.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and adapting to breaking news.
• Strong knowledge of social media tools like Hootsuite, Buffer, Sprout Social, etc.
• Experience with analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Facebook Insights) is a plus.
• A degree in journalism, communications, marketing, or a related field is preferred.
Why Join Us?
At Albawaba, we believe in the power of digital storytelling. As a Social Media News Specialist, you will have the chance to engage a global audience, influence public conversation, and contribute to the way news is consumed in the modern media landscape. We value creativity, innovation, and collaboration—and we’re excited to see what you bring to the team.
