Social Media and Content Manager

A Dubai-based gaming and game development startup are now building our local team and hiring their first in-house marketing role a Social Media and Content Manager.

This position will lead their organic social media strategy from day one, working directly with the founders to build and grow their presence across Instagram, TikTok, and X.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage social media channels from launch onward
• Own content strategy and execution across Instagram, TikTok, and X
• Create short-form video and visual content (planning, filming, editing, posting)
• Develop content ideas and collaborate closely with founders
• Capture product updates, founder journey, events, and company culture
• Manage posting schedules, engagement, and basic performance tracking
• Test new formats and trends to drive growth

Requirements

• Proven experience growing social media accounts (startup/tech/gaming preferred)
• Strong knowledge of Instagram & TikTok trends and formats
• Short-form video creation skills
• Self-starter comfortable in early-stage environments
• Confident working directly with founders
• Comfortable on camera
• Based in Dubai

Nice to Have

• X (Twitter) growth experience
• Gaming or tech startup background
• Analytics and optimisation experience

What They Offer

• First marketing hire with real ownership
• Direct access to founders
• Fast-growing startup with long-term progression
• Opportunity to build and lead a small marketing team
• Competitive salary