Job Description- Take ownership of creative direction for studio, lifestyle, and event‑based video content.
- Lead shoot planning, story boarding, and production schedules in coordination with the Editorial and Commercial teams.
- Film, edit, and deliver high‑volume, high‑impact, social‑friendly videos across all major platforms.
- Oversee junior content creators, reviewing edits, providing feedback, and ensuring brand consistency.
- Collaborate closely with the Editorial team to adapt written stories into engaging visual pieces.
- Support the Commercial team in producing branded content packages and campaign coverage.
- Manage studio operations, ensure technical readiness, and maintain production standards.
- Edit with precision — balancing quick turnaround with creative quality.
- Keep video formats current with the latest platform trends, transitions, and effects.
- Contribute innovative ideas for new show formats, recurring segments, and storytelling improvements.
- Support reporting and tracking of content performance to refine creative strategy continuously.
Requirements
- 4–6 years of professional experience in video creation, editing, and storytelling, ideally within digital media, lifestyle, or social‑first brands.
- Deep proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or CapCut, with strong knowledge of modern social editing techniques.
- Skilled in studio and on‑location filming, managing lighting, framing, and sound for short-form video.
- Proven experience leading video projects from ideation to publishing.
- Understanding of brand tone, narrative structure, and editorial integration.
- Ability to coach and guide junior video team members in filming style, workflow, and editing techniques.
- Strong eye for visual composition, pacing, and creative rhythm matching audience trends.
- Comfortable collaborating cross‑functionally with Editorial, Commercial, and Production teams.
- Fluent in English; Arabic proficiency is a strong advantage.
- Based in Riyadh or willing to relocate.
PEOPLE
Demonstrate leadership by example, embodying Augustus’s agility and creativity.
Foster a collaborative, high‑performance production culture within the Riyadh office.
Guide and mentor junior videography and editors to elevate team capabilities.
Develop SMART goals and review performance progress with your line manager.
Champion Augustus Media’s values and serve as an ambassador during client and public engagements.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Continue to advance your leadership and production management skills.
Build and maintain relationships within regional creative and media communities.
Participate in advanced training, workshops, and external learning opportunities.
Share creative insights and mentor colleagues through internal sessions to strengthen team output.
ABOUT AUGUSTUS MEDIA
Augustus Media is a New Media company based in Dubai and Riyadh — home to Lovin and Smashi.
We create fast, engaging, and social‑first content that reflects the vibrancy of the Middle East.
Our mission is to redefine how news, lifestyle, and entertainment content is produced and consumed, delivering stories that connect with modern audiences.
Our Vision: To be the New Media company of choice in the region by leading with creativity, data, and cultural insight.
VALUES
Ingenuity: Creative originality is at the heart of everything we do.
Tenacity: We stay persistent, adaptive, and committed to great storytelling.
Velocity: We act fast, evolve constantly, and deliver with purpose.
Summary of Role in Context
The Senior Video Content Creator leads video output for the Riyadh office, operating across both Editorial and Commercial content streams.
You’ll drive creative direction, execute shoots in‑studio and on location, produce engaging social‑first videos, and help set the style, pace, and quality benchmark for Augustus Media’s content in Saudi Arabia.
This is a hands‑on leadership role — perfect for a creator ready to shape the next stage of fast, fun, authentic video storytelling.
Requirements1–3 years of experience in digital media, lifestyle journalism, or content creation.
Excellent writing and translation skills in Arabic and English.
Proficient in Canva or similar design tools for lightweight, mobile‑first visuals.
Confident filming and editing short vertical videos on a mobile phone.
Knowledge of social media publishing (Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook, YouTube).
Strong awareness of current events, local culture, and lifestyle trends in Riyadh and Saudi Arabia.
Ability to craft catchy captions, hashtags, and tone for different platforms.
Comfortable appearing or presenting on camera for Reels or short video segments.
Curious, adaptable, organized, and a collaborative team player.
PEOPLE Collaborate closely with editorial, video, and social teams within the Riyadh office.
Contribute fresh story ideas during editorial meetings and planning sessions.
Maintain a positive, solution‑oriented attitude in a fast‑paced environment.
Represent Augustus Media’s tone and culture on every platform and at every event.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Develop stronger writing, storytelling, and short‑form video production skills.
Learn more about audience engagement and analytics.
Receive mentorship from experienced editors and content leads.
Take part in internal creative and skills‑development workshops.
ABOUT AUGUSTUS MEDIA Augustus Media is a New Media company based in Dubai and Riyadh, home to digital platforms Lovin and Smashi.
We create fast, social‑first stories that connect with audiences across lifestyle, culture, and community.
Our content celebrates what matters most to people living in the Middle East.
Our Vision: To be the New Media company of choice in the region by leading with creativity, authenticity, and purpose.
VALUES Ingenuity: We spark creativity and think differently.
Tenacity: We stay curious, dedicated, and community‑driven.
Velocity: We move fast, adapt quickly, and tell stories that matter.
Summary of Role in Context The Editorial Content Creator – Riyadh sits at the heart of Augustus Media’s digital storytelling.
This role combines writing, design, and mobile content creation to deliver daily stories that bring Riyadh’s lifestyle, culture, and community to life.
You’ll shape how our local audiences connect with the people and places that make the city move.