Arabic/English Video Editor - Fast-Paced Production

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full time

location:

abu dhabi, UAE

seniority:

Mid-level

languages:

reports to:

team:

Creative, MarCom

Creative, MarCom (Accounts, Digital, Social Media, Strategy, Marketing, Events), Pre- and Production

note: This role is part of ZIA’s in-house Production (Post-Production) team and works closely with cross-functional teams to bring campaign stories to life through impactful dual-language video content.

This role requires someone who is fast, detail-oriented, culturally aware, and deeply comfortable editing for Arabic-speaking audiences—especially within government, community, or brand contexts.

Key Responsibilities

• Edit video content with mainly Arabic-language across formats including campaigns, social content, event highlights, and reels
• Work with raw footage and storyboards to deliver polished edits aligned with brand and campaign objectives
• Edit with attention to tone, pacing, storytelling, and emotional impact for Arabic-speaking audiences
• Collaborate with producers, creatives, and content teams to understand narrative direction
• Add Arabic subtitles, voiceovers, or music as needed based on audience and platform
• Deliver final files in multiple formats for web, social, and offline use
• Implement feedback quickly and precisely, often on short turnarounds
• Ensure all assets are brand-aligned, technically sound, and culturally sensitive

Required Qualifications & Experience

• 4–6+ years of experience in video editing
• Native Arabic speaker with fluency in Modern Standard Arabic (and optionally regional dialects)
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects
• Experience editing content for both social media and formal/government use
• Solid understanding of story structure, sound editing, transitions, and Arabic text layout
• Able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with multiple priorities
• Experience working in an agency or with government/media organizations is a strong plus

Bonus Skills (Nice to Have)

• Basic color grading and sound mixing skills
• Experience with event coverage or fast-turnaround editing
• Motion graphics capability in Arabic
• Experience subtitling or preparing bilingual video content
• Familiarity with UAE government content guidelines or protocols

Why Join ZIA

• Work on meaningful, high-impact national projects
• Competitive salary and performance-based growth opportunities
• Exposure to cross-collaborative work across disciplines, clients, and cultures
• A diverse, dynamic, multicultural team with a shared standard of excellence
• A creative culture that celebrates innovation, authenticity, bold thinking, cultural relevance, and results

about ZIA

ZIA Creative Network is a culturally rooted creative agency with offices in Dubai, AbuDhabi, and Halifax . Headquartered in the UAE, we specialize in bold, human-centeredcampaigns forleading brands and government entities across the Emirates and wider GCC. Our work also extendsinternationally, with select projects reaching audiences in North America and beyond.

At ZIA, we combine deep regional insight with global creativestandards to produce culturallymeaningful, high-impact work across strategy, content, creative production, and digitalplatforms. We pride ourselves on delivering locally resonant, globally competitive ideas thatdrive real-world results.

Important Note: ZIA is a high-performance, high-stakes environment. If youthrive underpressure, enjoy the intensity of tight deadlines, and take pride in producing exceptional workthat moves people and shapes culture — you’ll fit right in. We’re looking for team members whoare ambitious, resilient, and excited to push creative and strategic boundaries every day.

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Screening Questions

Does your portfolio include video reels or 2–3 relevant samples of Arabic video edits? yes no

Highlight experience working with short-form or government-facing video content

Are you currently based in Abu Dhabi or willing to relocate? yes no

Are you a native Arabic speaker with fluency in English? yes no

How many years of video editing experience do you have?

Do you have experience editing Arabic content for government, brand, or social media use? yes no

What is your current notice period and earliest availability?

What are your salary expectations for this role?

I understand that onlyapplications submitted with a CV, atailored cover letter, and responses to all screening questions will bereviewed.

I acknowledge that due to thevolume of applications, onlycandidates selected for the next stage will be contacted.

our
hiring
process

1 virtual vibes

2 the assignment

you’ll complete a short task so we can see your thinking, creativity, and craft in action.

3 final meetup

an in-person interview, a deeper conversation — and maybe even an offer. we’re rooting for you.