Content Creator

Content Creator, Communications, Audiences  ( Freelancer ) 

Hayy Jameel, Jeddah

Job Description

Art Jameel is dedicated to supporting artists and creative communities across the Middle East and beyond. Central to our mission is building and maintaining a dynamic, high-quality visual library that documents our programmes, exhibitions, spaces and the artists and communities we serve. We are seeking a creative, organised and technically skilled Content Creator focused on videography and photography to enrich and expand Art Jameel’s visual archive while supporting storytelling across our digital platforms, publications and campaigns. The content creator is responsible for supporting the upcoming Hayy Makers space in managing the Photography Studio. This role is ideal for someone proactive and passionate about the arts, with a keen eye for narrative and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of image-making.

Accountability: Senior Manager Marketing 

Responsibilities and duties:

• Produce high-quality photography and videography documenting Art Jameel’s programmes, exhibitions, public events, spaces and behind-the-scenes activities

• Edit and deliver photo and video assets promptly for use across social media, website, press releases, publications, and internal documentation

• Collaborate closely with the communications and programmes teams to plan and execute shoots that align with Art Jameel’s brand and storytelling objectives

• Manage and organise the visual library, ensuring systematic cataloguing, tagging, captioning and archiving for easy retrieval and long-term preservation

• Create engaging short-form video content optimised for social media platforms (Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts) while maintaining Art Jameel’s tone and aesthetic

• Support live documentation of events where necessary, including operating live-stream setups or capturing live performance documentation

• Liaise with artists and collaborators to secure permissions for documentation and ensure sensitivity to artistic practices and audience privacy where applicable

• Maintain and manage photography and videography equipment, ensuring readiness for shoots and advising on equipment upgrades when necessary

• Keep abreast of trends in digital storytelling, video production, and photography within the arts and cultural sectors, bringing innovative ideas to enhance Art Jameel’s content strategy

• Support in building a clear filing structure and process guidelines to support team access to the visual library
• Build and maintain a wide network of freelance photographers and videographers, supporting administrative processes related to onboarding and briefing freelancers and ensure alignment with Art Jameel’s standards and workflows
• Assist in scheduling and setting up equipment for Hayy Makerspace Photography Studio 
• Provide basic technical support for lighting, cameras, and Photography studio equipment.
• Ensure that the Photography studio is maintained, organised, and kept in functional condition – including keeping an up-to-date inventory of all photography gear and coordinating maintenance or repairs as needed.
• Support members and artists using the Photography studio, providing guidance or training where necessary.
• To provide overall support to Makerspace when needed.
  

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in visual communications, filmmaking, journalism or related fields
• Full proficiency in Adobe’s Creative Suite and graphic design skills is a plus
• Demonstrated portfolio of dynamic work
• Writing skills 
• Fluent in both English and Arabic 
• Strong organisational skills 

Benefits include

• Health insurance
• 25 days annual leave
• Revive days 
• Biannual Training day