Social Media Specialist & Content Creator

About the role

Palm of Babylon is hiring an experienced Social Media Specialist & Content Creator in Baghdad to manage social media accounts, develop content ideas, coordinate production and engage online audiences. The candidate leads content planning and coordination, supported by a dedicated copywriter and videographer/video editor.

Key responsibilities

• Develop content plans and publishing calendars aligned with brand objectives.
• Create ideas for reels, stories, posts and campaigns.
• Prepare content briefs and work with the copywriter on scripts and captions.
• Schedule shoots, coordinate locations, products, talent and production needs, and follow up with the videographer/video editor on delivery, revisions and approvals.
• Schedule and publish approved content across social platforms.
• Coordinate influencer outreach, briefs, deliverables and posting schedules, with fees subject to management approval.
• Respond to messages and comments, forward inquiries and escalate complaints.
• Monitor performance and prepare reports with recommendations.

Required profile

• At least 5 years of experience in social media management and content creation; agency experience preferred.
• Currently based in Baghdad and available for local shoots and meetings.
• Strong knowledge of Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Iraqi audiences and local trends.
• Excellent Arabic communication skills, including Iraqi dialect, and working English.
• Experience coordinating creative teams and influencer collaborations.
• A portfolio showing relevant work and results.

Required skills

• Familiarity with Meta Business Suite, scheduling tools and analytics.
• Strong organisation and ability to manage multiple accounts and deadlines.