Responsible for developing compelling multimedia content (long/short forms) and design while overseeing branding elements of all brand communications.
Hedayah is the leading international organization dedicated to utilizing its expertise and experience to counter extremism and violent extremism in all its forms and manifestations. Established in 2012, Hedayah was founded in response to the Global Counter-Terrorism Forum (GCTF) and the wider international community’s call for an independent, neutral, and multilateral centre focused on dialogue, communication, capacity-building programs, research, and analysis. As a leader in the countering extremism community, Hedayah enhances understanding and shares best practices to effectively build the capacity of counter extremism actors worldwide, promoting tolerance, stability, and security.
Job Scope
Responsible for developing compelling multimedia content (long/short forms) and design while overseeing branding elements of all brand communications.
Principal Accountabilities
- Support the Director of Corporate Communications in the development of effective content for Hedayah’s communications activities and plans, social media calendars and deliverables that align with the Communications Strategy and plan.
- Tell Hedayah’s stories through developing, writing and editing engaging content, including videos, graphics, social media posts, direct communications products (such as newsletters, emails and reports), website updates and presentations that are aligned with Hedayah’s communications strategy, brand guideline and tone of voice.
- Develop creative concepts, and engaging content for full campaigns.
- Film and produce visual assets and video content such as infographics, photography, and videos in fulfilment of the organization’s Communications plans and calendar, requests by Director of Corporate Communications or leadership, and for on-ground events/activities where required.
- Lead and evolve brand design and ensure brand guidelines consistency and implementation across all Hedayah’s brand deliverables.
- Proactively research trends, identify and pursue impactful new content and creative concepts to amplify Hedayah’s brand presence on various communication platforms, in line with Hedayah’s communications strategy and tone of voice.
- Collaborate with colleagues in other departments to generate ideas that will amplify their programs and ensure messaging aligns with organizational goals.
- Support senior management and colleagues in other Departments of Hedayah on their content and creative requests, and with other duties as assigned or required, which may be in line with the overall objectives of the role and the organization.
- Support internal communications activities when requested.
Key Interactions
Internal
- All departments External
External
- Vendors, Suppliers
- Local, regional and international organizations counterparts
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in media production, Film, Photography, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of experience in photography, videography, and editing (Government and/or international experience is a plus).
Skills and Competencies
Must have the skills to produce engaging, high-quality content (Video & photo shooting, design, graphics, simple creative writing and video editing) to amplify Hedayah’s brand voice, reach, and impact, through the different platforms.
- Proficiency in using professional cameras, lighting equipment, and video production tools.
- Expertise in editing software such as Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, DaVinciResolve, After Effects, and/or similar.
- Strong understanding of visual storytelling and composition.
- Knowledge of social media platforms and content optimization.
- Proven skills in converting complex text into creative multimedia products
- Result orientation
- Teamwork
- Cultural intelligence
- Communication
- Planning and organizing
- Problem-solving
- Highly proficient with Microsoft Office; especially PowerPoint
- Excellent command of written and oral English; other language is a plus
Special Considerations
The position is based in Abu Dhabi. The post holder may be required to travel internationally
How to apply
Full description of the role can be found at https://hedayah.com/job/content-creator/
To apply, Please send your application consisting of a cover letter and your CV with the subject ‘Application for Content Creator’ to hr@hedayah.ae by 7th February 2025.