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Director of Content & Programming
- directions_car Riyadh
- work Full-time
About the position
Foreground is partnering with a globally awarded experiential agency to appoint a culturally aware and intellectually curious Director of Content & Programming, based in Riyadh. This role leads the design of curated experiences, narrative frameworks, thematic journeys, and multi-format programming for events that blend entertainment, culture, education, and national messaging.
Working closely with the Creative Director and Strategy team, this role will define how Saudi-based events communicate with audiences, deliver value to stakeholders, and reflect the agencys reputation for insight-led programming.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead content strategy and experience architecture across events including forums, festivals, cultural programs, exhibitions, and government initiatives.
- Develop narratives, agendas, speaker flows, and session formats in collaboration with clients, curators, and subject matter experts.
- Manage content teams, freelancers, and contributors responsible for scriptwriting, editorial, session planning, and guest programming.
- Localize international content formats to reflect Saudi culture, audience preferences, and regulatory sensitivities.
- Coordinate closely with production and creative to ensure thematic consistency, cultural relevance, and operational feasibility.
- Stay ahead of global trends in experiential storytelling, cultural programming, and knowledge-led content.
Ideal Profile
- 10+ years in content strategy, programming, or editorial roles in events, media, or cultural institutions.
- Strong track record curating live content for regional or global audiences, with sensitivity to cultural context and protocol.
- Arabic and English fluency essential, with excellent writing, structuring, and storytelling skills.
- Passion for innovation in how people engage with knowledge, purpose, and immersive content.
Place of work
Riyadh
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Job ID: 9603076
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