Editor jobs in United Arab Emirates

The Senior Editor plays a key role within Wasl Channel’s content and production team. This position is responsible for editing short documentaries, long‑form videos, and social media content, with a strong ability to shape storytelling, pacing, and narrative flow. The role operates in a fast‑paced environment and requires both creative judgment and technical expertise. Final editorial approval is provided by the Channel Lead.

• Editing & Storytelling:
  • Edit short documentaries and long‑form video content.
  • Build narrative structures from scratch when required, or follow provided editorial frameworks.
  • Propose and apply: story angles, narrative pacing, scene sequencing.
  • Transform raw footage into cohesive, impactful stories.
• Social Media Content:
  • Adapt long‑form content into short‑form videos suitable for social platforms.
  • Understand social media pacing, formats, and audience behavior.
  • Ensure consistency between long‑form storytelling and short‑form outputs.
• Collaboration & Workflow:
  • Receive editing briefs primarily from the Head of Production.
  • Collaborate when needed with content team members (writers, researchers).
  • Attend only meetings directly related to assigned edits.
  • Manage multiple edits simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
• Technical Execution:
  • Work confidently with professional editing tools (Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro).
  • Perform color correction and color grading.
  • Ensure clean audio and overall technical quality.

• Proven experience as a Senior Editor or similar role.
• Strong storytelling and editorial judgment.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent sense of rhythm, pacing, and visual storytelling.
• Experience editing Arabic content (Arabic is the primary language).
• Ability to handle feedback and revisions efficiently.