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THIS IS A QATAR-BASED ROLE

POSITION: ENGLISH WRITER/EDITOR

***FOR IMMEDIATE HIRING ***

BLJ Worldwide is searching for an English Writer/Editor with relevant local experience to join our Sports & Entertainment practice, working in a full-time, client-embedded role with a prestigious Qatari entity.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Be responsible for creating, editing, and developing written collateral, including key messages, speeches, website content, press materials and other written content.
• Fully develop creative content using culturally relevant language that captures the client’s brand voice and aligns with their overall strategy.
• Implement client brand guidelines and amend content to reflect the client’s preferred style and feedback, while tailoring content for local, regional, and international target audiences as needed.
• Collaborate with team members to create editorial calendars that align with client needs, contributing to the conceptual direction at both the day-to-day and strategic levels.
• Generate and execute creative ideas across media platforms, bringing them to life in compelling ways.
• Be skilled at comprehending complex information/briefs and transforming it into engaging narratives.
• Work on multiple projects, delivering work to tight deadlines and to a high standard.
• Support with out-of-hours requests or on-ground at events as required.
• Fulfil additional duties and assume project management responsibilities as assigned.
• Additionally, you should be a self-starter, with an understanding of international and current affairs and have strong communication skills to work directly with clients and staff (at all levels) in a fast-paced environment.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR:

• You are a native English speaker or a bilingual writer with over five years of experience as a written content editor in a similar in-house or agency role.
• Hold a bachelor’s degree, preferably in communications, journalism, international relations, political science, English, or related disciplines.
• Exceptional writing skills with a flair for creative, engaging content. We will test your competency in writing and editing (in addition to translation from Arabic to English – if bilingual).
• Have background experience in sports writing (preferably).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong decision-making ability, and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills to foster effective cross-team communication.
• Proven ability to perform well under high-pressure situations.

THIS IS A QATAR-BASED ROLE

You will be working with some of Qatar’s leading communications professionals and will have the opportunity to develop your career in sports PR and communications. We also offer a competitive compensation package and creative learning and development opportunities, as well as access to a wealth of knowledge and information tools.

If you are a Doha-based communications professional looking for a new opportunity at a growing agency with a fantastic team, please get in touch now: https://bljworldwide.bamboohr.com/careers/81