Director of Content & Programming
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Job Description
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.
Employment Type
Full Time
