Freelance Business Reporter – Dubai Media City

About the role

Arabian Business, the leading source of business, economic and financial news in the Middle East, is seeking a freelance reporter to join its team in Dubai Media City. This is an in‑office role ideal for an ambitious journalist who wants to build a reputation in the region’s top business newsroom.

Key responsibilities

• Pitch, report and write accurate breaking news and business features daily in English.
• Translate complex business stories and corporate announcements into clear, jargon‑free copy.
• Represent Arabian Business at events and provide real‑time digital reporting.
• Review corporate filings and financial data to explain economic trends simply.
• Collaborate with the digital and social team to support video packages, podcasts and newsletters.

Required profile

• Understands cultural differences and nuances of both Western and Arab corporate environments.
• Relentless drive to beat the competition to the story and secure breaking news.
• Comfortable switching between quick breaking‑news alerts and long‑form premium content.
• Deep commitment to fact‑checking and accuracy while respecting local legal guidelines.

Required skills

• Proven reporting experience in a fast‑paced news publication.
• Good understanding of GCC market dynamics and regional business trends.
• Strong writing ability with sharp headlines and concise hooks that drive digital traffic.
• Familiarity with digital publishing tools such as WordPress and SEO best practices.
• Strong knowledge of domestic media laws and international press ethics.