Conference Producer - LIONS Riyadh - Arabic Speaker
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Job Description
The team is looking for a Conference Producer who can demonstrate they have their finger on the pulse of a fast-paced and ever-changing industry.
The Conference Producer will support the development and delivery of the LIONS Riyadh content programme, researching the ideas, people and industry shifts shaping creativity, marketing, media, technology and culture.
The successful candidate will be confident speaking to expert speakers from around the world and presenting the unique opportunity to showcase their knowledge and expertise at the Festival.
The role requires curiosity, strong research and writing skills, excellent organisation and the confidence to build relationships with senior speakers and industry figures.
Working closely with the Senior Conference Producer and Head of Content, the Conference Producer will help develop relevant session ideas, identify speakers, manage speaker communications and support the smooth delivery of the programme onsite.
Key Responsibilities
Conference Production
• Produce high-level, relevant industry conference programmes.
• Research and develop session ideas across creativity, marketing, media, technology, culture and emerging industry trends.
• Liaise with key professionals, institutions and companies in the development of conference programmes.
• Engage with recommended speakers and confirm their attendance.
• Identify strong global, Saudi and regional speakers and contributors relevant to the LIONS Riyadh audience.
• Ensure the speaker database is updated with accurate and current speaker information.
• Prepare and communicate creative briefs to the Marketing team.
• Prepare speaker briefs, session outlines and moderator notes with support from senior content leads.
• Assist in the provision of relevant leads to Commercial and Partnerships teams where appropriate.
• Conduct post-Festival analysis including session performance and audience feedback.
• Support programme scheduling, speaker logistics and order-of-show preparation.
Market Research and Industry Networks
• Effectively research topics with relevant industry professionals and target audiences.
• Develop new programme ideas and content through meetings, interviews and research.
• Stay informed on trends across advertising, marketing, media, technology, entertainment, culture and the creator economy.
• Identify key opinion leaders, institutions and companies relevant to the Festival.
• Maintain existing relationships and build new industry contacts to support content development.
• Research emerging regional and international talent, campaigns, ideas and case studies that may be relevant to LIONS Riyadh.
• Support the development of content formats including workshops, masterclasses, debates, case studies and other Festival sessions.
• Help ensure strong representation of Saudi, regional and international voices across the programme.
Speaker & Delegate Liaison
• Liaise and network with speakers, partners and delegates onsite to maintain strong service standards and gather feedback.
• Assist with onsite duties throughout the Festival, including extended working hours where required.
• Coordinate speaker communications, briefing calls, biographies, session information and onsite requirements.
• Support speaker rehearsals, stage management and order-of-show delivery.
• Build positive relationships with speakers and contributors to support future LIONS Riyadh editions.
Requirements
Function: Production
Experience Level: Mid-Senior Level