‍Sowt is looking for a Head of Production (Sowt Originals) — a strategic, creative, and  a leader to oversee Sowt’s main content unit: Sowt Originals. This role blends high-level editorial vision with sharp business skills and is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of content, strategy, and monetization.

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Sowt Podcasts is a leading digital media network in the MENA/SWANA region, producing high-quality, narrative-driven content for Arabic-speaking audiences. Since its launch in 2017, Sowt has produced 25+ original shows and thousands of episodes, with a team of 20+ full-time creatives and collaborators. Our shows have been featured in international media and have topped regional charts on Apple Podcasts, Anghami, Deezer, and Spotify.

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We’re more in your ability to lead, build, and sustain a premium content portfolio. You’ll be expected to manage multiple high-impact projects and collaborate cross-functionally with production, business development, and marketing teams. We need someone who’s strategic, agile, culturally informed, and audience-first.

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Key Responsibilities:

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• Lead Strategy: Shape and implement the content and growth strategy for Sowt Originals, including subscription-based (Sowt+) and free content.
  
  
• Own the Business Unit: Manage the Originals portfolio P&L, budgets, audience metrics, and growth targets.
  
  
• Build & Manage Teams: Oversee producers, editors, and freelancers, ensuring creative excellence and timely delivery.
  
  
• Drive Innovation: Develop new show formats and storytelling approaches, including experiments in short-form and video.
  
  
• Ensure Editorial Quality: Supervise story development, pilots, and quarterly reviews while mentoring senior producers.
  
  
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with post-production, sales, marketing, and people operations teams.
  
  
• Monetization & Sponsorship: Partner with business teams to explore co-productions, licensing, and sponsorships.
  
  

Who We’re Looking For:

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• 8–10 years in media, podcasting, or digital content, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
  
  
• Fluent Arabic and strong English professional communication skills.
  
  
• Experience owning a business unit or P&L and leading high-performing creative teams.
  
  
• Deep understanding of audience development, podcast formats, and digital monetization models.
  
  
• Track record of launching innovative content that meets editorial and commercial goals.
  
  
• Familiarity with tools like Airtable, media analytics platforms, and basic audio production workflows.
  
  

We offer a progressive HR policy, generous vacation time, paid health insurance, and remote/flexible work options. 

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We encourage interested applicants to submit their applications at the earliest, as we are reviewing on a rolling basis.. 

DDL to submit your application is: 30 June 2025