Job Description

Reports to: Marketing Director

Contract: Full-time role

Start Date: 01 October 2025

Location: Worlds Iconic Events office in Dubai, United Arab Emirates

This role requires professional photography, videography and editing experience.*

Role Summary

This is a full-time, office-based role for an experienced videographer, video editor and media manager who lives and breathes visual storytelling, movement, and community.

You'll work across all Worlds Iconic events, supporting our in-house team by creating engaging content -- from race-day reels to behind-the-scenes photoshoots, athlete spotlights, and social-ready video edits.

This role will manage all media storage, categorisation, and ongoing editing. You will also help with managing production and creative teams for our events.

Worlds Iconic Events is a global event platform that delivers extraordinary race experiences, from city streets to desert trails and remote destinations. Our portfolio includes Burj2Burj and Ultra Trail Dubai, as well as the world's first OCR race in Antarctica.

We're building a passionate, creative, and committed team, and we're looking for someone ready to capture the moments that move people.

Key Responsibilities

Capture & Create

Shoot high-quality photos and videos using a professional camera at events, runs, meetups, and activations. Edit short-form content for Instagram, TikTok, and other platforms -- think reels, stories, teaser trailers, and highlights. Support pre-event and on-site content creation needs for B2B, UTD, and other upcoming Worlds Iconic events. Shoot, edit and manage long-form content.

Social-First Storytelling

Translate the community's energy into authentic, on-brand content. Create content that aligns with social media trends, platform specifications, and performance metrics. Organise and archive photo and video assets for future use.

Support & Collaboration

Work closely with the marketing and creative teams to plan and execute shoots. Manage content timelines and delivery deadlines. Help prep shot lists and briefed concepts ahead of shoots.

Qualifications & Experience

2-5 years of experience in photography, videography, or content creation (agency or brand experience is preferred) Must share a portfolio of work Experience creating storyboards and building briefs for creative teams Proficiency with DSLR or mirrorless cameras and basic lighting setups Comfortable editing on Adobe Premiere Pro, CapCut, Lightroom, or similar tools Strong organisational skills -- you can manage media files, content calendars, and delivery timelines A keen eye for detail and a love for capturing unscripted, powerful moments

Skills & Attributes

Passion for running and sports events, with a firsthand understanding of participant needs. Exceptional organisational and time management skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to perform under pressure and adapt to dynamic situations.
Job Type: Full-time