Head of Content – Vice President, Originals

About the role

This senior leadership position is responsible for shaping and delivering a premium slate of original programming for Arabic and Turkish markets. Reporting to the Chief Entertainment Content Officer, the role oversees the full lifecycle of scripted and unscripted content, from concept to launch, driving audience growth and commercial success.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute the Originals content strategy across Arabic and Turkish programming.
• Lead development, commissioning and production of a diverse slate of scripted and unscripted content.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with production companies, studios, writers, directors and creative talent regionally and internationally.
• Identify and negotiate strategic co‑production partnerships to expand reach and impact.
• Evaluate project proposals and guide investment decisions based on creative quality, audience demand and commercial viability.
• Collaborate with Programming, Creative, Commercial, Operations, Legal, HR and Finance to ensure successful delivery and launch of productions.
• Own production budgets, financial performance and overall investment strategy.
• Present content recommendations, production updates and strategic plans to executive leadership.
• Inspire, mentor and develop a high‑performing Originals team across multiple territories.

Required profile

• 15+ years of experience in premium entertainment, production or streaming.
• At least 10 years leading scripted long‑form content development or production for a studio, broadcaster or OTT platform.
• Proven track record commissioning or producing successful scripted and unscripted content.
• Deep knowledge of the Arabic content landscape; Turkish market expertise is a significant advantage.
• Strong relationships with production companies, studios, creators, writers, directors and on‑screen talent.
• Experience managing multi‑million‑dollar production budgets, commercial negotiations and complex contracts.
• Excellent understanding of audience insights, content investment strategy and subscriber growth.
• Fluency in English and Arabic; conversational Turkish highly desirable.

Required skills

• Fluency in English and Arabic; conversational Turkish highly desirable.