22 Media Companies jobs in Dubai

We are seeking an experienced leader to oversee our Performance Media strategy, planning, execution, optimization and reporting. The successful candidate will ensure that our agency output is best-in-class by adopting an always-on innovation mindset, partnering closely with key digital media partners and gaining a deep understanding of our clients' business verticals and objectives.

• Supervise media briefs and work closely with Business Directors/Leads to ensure excellence in Performance Media planning.
• Ensure planning and execution excellence across Performance Media channels.
• Formulate account-specific product adoption, account optimization & growth plans.
• Ensure best in class reporting capability, ensuring robust client communication of Performance Media results.

Key Skills

• Minimum of 7 years experience in a digital media domain, preferably agency experience.
• Experience in being client facing either in a leading or supporting role.
• Excellent understanding of digital eco-system, with a deep understanding of ad platforms, technology and activation expertise.
• Experience in planning, strategy, managing and activating multichannel campaigns.

Qualifications

• BSc degree (or similar) in Marketing, Digital Technologies, Business Management, Business Administration, or relevant field.

We offer a dynamic and innovative work environment where you can grow and develop your skills. We value collaboration, open communication and continuous learning.

Part-Time Social Media Strategist Role

This is a highly skilled and experienced part-time Social Media Strategist role at our company.

About the Job

• Audit brand presence across social and paid media platforms to identify gaps in storytelling or engagement.
• Propose updated content direction: voice, hooks, content pillars, and platform trends.
• Collaborate with internal content teams to align messaging and create engaging campaigns.
• Contribute to campaign direction and creative briefing.

Key Responsibilities

• 3+ years of experience in social media strategy (not posting).
• Deep knowledge of the Dubai and US beauty/lifestyle markets.
• Past work with DTC brands in beauty, wellness, or fashion.
• Strong understanding of hooks, tone of voice, platform trends, and positioning.
• Able to submit real past work: brand guides, campaign plans, creative decks, etc.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Fully remote contract with optional in-person sessions.
• Flexible, part-time schedule.
• Chance to work with a fast-scaling DTC brand.
• No routine posting; this is about strategy, not scheduling.

Application Guidelines

• Please include a portfolio with past strategic brand work.
• One campaign you led (with results or visuals).
• Sample of platform strategy (Instagram, TikTok, etc.).
• Creative direction sample (brand voice, moodboard, etc.).
• One example of how your strategy helped a brand go from flat to standout.

Benefits and Perks

• Opportunity to work on various projects and campaigns.
• Chance to develop skills and expertise in social media strategy.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.

This role entails leading the strategic planning and execution of key performance channels for clients. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of client business operations and be able to devise a performance media strategy that drives competitive advantage.

• Develop and execute the social media strategy across key platforms
• Manage social media content calendars, ensuring timely and relevant posts
• Monitor and respond to comments and messages in a timely and engaging manner
• Analyze performance metrics to inform future content decisions

• 2–3 years of experience in social media management or digital content creation
• Deep understanding of social media platforms, features, and algorithms
• Proven ability to analyze performance metrics and adjust content strategies accordingly
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

As a visionary leader in social media, you will spearhead the development of innovative strategies that elevate our global presence across multiple iGaming brands. Your expertise will drive full-funnel engagement and business growth by combining brand storytelling with performance marketing.

• Lead the integrated global social media strategy across paid and organic channels, including Meta, TikTok, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, Reddit, and emerging platforms.
• Manage and mentor a growing team of paid media buyers, content strategists, and community managers.
• Define and scale content strategy, working with creative teams to deliver high-converting content tailored to each platform and audience segment.
• Oversee daily channel operations, from publishing and moderation to media buying and campaign optimization.
• Develop full-funnel social programs that align with brand, acquisition, and retention goals.
• Establish KPIs and reporting frameworks for both brand and performance metrics; continuously analyze performance and iterate.
• Champion community-building initiatives, influencer partnerships, and cultural moments that elevate brand relevance and customer loyalty.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Creative, CRM, SEO, Product, and Data teams to ensure cohesion and amplification across channels.
• Drive innovation and experimentation, testing new formats, features, and emerging platforms to stay ahead of trends.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• 7+ years of experience in social media marketing with at least 3+ years in a senior or leadership role overseeing both paid and organic strategies.
• Proven track record managing cross-platform strategies that drive both brand equity and business outcomes.
• Deep expertise in platform algorithms, social-first content formats, and community management best practices.
• Strong performance marketing acumen, including experience with ROAS-driven paid social campaigns.
• Experience in the iGaming, entertainment, or other fast-paced, regulated industries is a strong plus.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of building and nurturing high-performing teams.
• Proficient in social analytics and reporting tools such as Sprout, Brandwatch, Looker Studio, or native platforms.
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels of an organization.
• Strategic thinker with creative sensibility and a deep passion for internet culture, trends, and storytelling.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field.

You will enjoy:

• Competitive compensation and growth opportunities.
• An empowering culture that values innovation and creativity.
• Access to leading platforms, analytics tools, and cutting-edge innovations.
• The chance to work across diverse brands with bold creative ambitions.

Join a dynamic team and take on the role of Media Relations Specialist. As a key member, you will be responsible for enhancing the media presence of an organization by creating engaging content, partnering with press outlets, and effectively communicating key messages to boost reputation and strategic communication efforts.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with media contacts, serving as the primary point of contact for daily inquiries and requests.
• Pitch stories, craft and distribute press releases, media advisories, key announcements, and secure media coverage to highlight organizational initiatives and accomplishments.
• Plan, coordinate, and secure appropriate media coverage (print, digital, broadcast, and social media) for events, conferences, and official announcements.
• Support the creation of promotional materials such as brochures, flyers, digital assets, and presentation decks to ensure consistent branding and messaging.
• Assist executives and spokespeople in preparing for interviews by drafting talking points and briefing notes.
• Provide logistical and communication support to executives and spokespeople before, during, and after interviews to ensure confident delivery.
• Manage media relations to safeguard the organization's reputation, helping develop and execute crisis communication strategies.
• Ensure all media interactions comply with the organization's policies, cultural sensitivities, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor media coverage across traditional and digital platforms.
• Prepare regular reports and insights on media visibility, trends, and public perception.
• Mentor junior team members on their day-to-day tasks and support their learning pathway.

Qualification Requirements: A Bachelor's degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.

Experience Requirements: 3-5 years in Media relations, public relations, or a related role.

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider, Other, and Marketing
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Purpose:

Strengthen Dubai Health's media presence by creating engaging media content, partnering with key press and media outlets, and effectively communicating key messages to enhance Dubai Health's reputation and strategic communication efforts.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with media outlets, acting as the main contact for daily media inquiries and requests.
• Pitch stories, draft and distribute press releases, media advisories, key announcements, and secure media coverage to highlight Dubai Health initiatives and accomplishments.
• Plan, coordinate and secure appropriate media coverage (print, digital, broadcast, and social media) for organizational events, conferences, and official announcements.
• Support the creation of promotional materials such as brochures, flyers, digital assets and presentation decks to ensure consistent branding and messaging.
• Assist/Support Executives and spokespeople in preparing for interviews by drafting talking points and briefing notes.
• Provide logistical and communication support to executives and spokespeople before, during, and after interviews to ensure consistent and confident delivery.
• Manage media relations to safeguard Dubai Health's reputation, helping develop and execute crisis communication strategies.
• Ensure that all media interactions comply with the organization's policies, cultural sensitivities, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor media coverage across traditional and digital platforms.
• Prepare regular reports and insights on media visibility, trends, and public perception.
• Mentor junior team members on their day-to-day tasks and support their learning pathway.

Qualification Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.

Experience Requirements:

3 - 5 years in Media relations, public relations, or a related role.

Strengthen Dubai Health's media presence by creating engaging media content, partnering with key press and media outlets, and effectively communicating key messages to enhance Dubai Health's reputation and strategic communication efforts.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with media outlets, acting as the main contact for daily media inquiries and requests.
• Pitch stories, draft and distribute press releases, media advisories, key announcements, and secure media coverage to highlight Dubai Health initiatives and accomplishments.
• Plan, coordinate and secure appropriate media coverage (print, digital, broadcast, and social media) for organizational events, conferences, and official announcements.
• Support the creation of promotional materials such as brochures, flyers, digital assets and presentation decks to ensure consistent branding and messaging.
• Assist/Support Executives and spokespeople in preparing for interviews by drafting talking points and briefing notes.
• Provide logistical and communication support to executives and spokespeople before, during, and after interviews to ensure consistent and confident delivery.
• Manage media relations to safeguard Dubai Health's reputation, helping develop and execute crisis communication strategies.
• Ensure that all media interactions comply with the organization's policies, cultural sensitivities, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor media coverage across traditional and digital platforms.
• Prepare regular reports and insights on media visibility, trends, and public perception.
• Mentor junior team members on their day-to-day tasks and support their learning pathway.

Qualification Requirements: Bachelor's degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.

Experience Requirements: 3 - 5 years in Media relations, public relations, or a related role.

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider, Other, and Marketing
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

ABOUT US

Edelman is a new kind of agency, at the intersection of PR, Advertising, Social, Digital, Earned Media and Experiential. We blur the lines between each medium to create smart, innovative, and powerful work that gets people talking and engaging with brands in new ways. You will be challenged to push convention and your creativity to find modern ways to drive consumer behavior in today's socially charged, digital environment.

We are passionate, unconventional, and driven by a desire to do the best work possible. We get results for our clients and have the trophies to prove it. We are tough on work. We are kind to each other. We also laugh a lot .

THE ROLE

We're looking for a passionate and media-savvy Account Manager to join our team on a secondment basis with one of our key clients. This is a yearly renewable contract working directly from the client's office and embedded within their communications team.

You will lead on day-to-day media relations, develop strong journalist relationships, and deliver standout earned coverage across key markets. This is a unique opportunity to work client-side while enjoying the support and structure of our agency network.

• Media Strategy & Execution
• Develop and execute proactive media relations strategies that align with client goals.
• Craft compelling narratives, identify pitch angles, and secure targeted media placements.
• Monitor news cycles to identify opportunities for thought leadership and rapid response.
• Client-Embedded Communications
• Act as the daily media relations lead from within the client team.
• Provide on-the-ground support for media planning, execution, and issues management.
• Collaborate with internal client stakeholders and external agency teams to ensure aligned messaging.
• Content Creation
• Draft and edit media materials including press releases, media statements, Q&As, and op-eds.
• Prepare briefing documents for spokespeople and coordinate interview logistics.
• Media Engagement
• Build and maintain strong relationships with relevant journalists and media outlets.
• Manage press events, media briefings, and coordinate reactive and proactive outreach.
• Reporting & Analysis
• Monitor media coverage using tracking tools, and deliver coverage reports and analysis to client stakeholders.
• Provide insights and recommendations based on media outcomes.
Skills and Experience
• Skills and Experience
• 4–6 years of experience in public relations or journalism, ideally in an agency setting or in-house corporate communications role.
• Strong portfolio of earned media success across tier-one outlets.
• Familiarity with the UAE landscape; an established network of journalist contacts is highly desirable.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience supporting senior spokespeople and managing media-facing moments.
• Arabic language is a MUST.
What's in it for you?
• An opportunity to shape your future and work with some of the smartest and most energetic people in the PR industry, who will nurture, challenge and enable you.
• We offer hybrid work environment where you can work from home twice in a week.
• Big potential for personal growth, training, and further development of skills
• A dynamic, collaborative and inclusive culture, where diversity is embraced – and you are celebrated and appreciated for who you are.
• A huge variety of virtual learning and development resources to support your personal and professional growth.
• If you apply, we will review your fit against the position criteria and feedback to you. If your profile does not meet the criteria, we will retain your profile as an active applicant for future consideration
Key Details
• This is a full-time secondment to the client, based on a 1-year contract.
• You'll work directly from the client's office, supported by the agency's central team.
• The role offers a unique blend of in-house experience and agency best practices.


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