Founders Associate📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Seera is a company focused on producing and distributing cinematic micro-series that connect with contemporary audiences while reflecting Arab culture, language, and values. The company emphasizes authentic stories relevant to Saudi Arabia and the wider region. As a Founders Associate, you will work directly with the founders on key strategic and operational initiatives to support Seera's mission of delivering culturally respectful, artistically excellent, and responsible entertainment.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive strategic and operational initiatives by analyzing key performance metrics such as downloads, coin economy behavior, SVOD conversion, retention, and Customer Acquisition Cost/Lifetime Value (CAC/LTV), translating data into actionable decisions.
• Conduct recurring competitive monitoring of the microdrama and MENA streaming space, analyzing competitors including ReelShort, DramaBox, ShortMax, and Shahid.
• Assist in managing the content pipeline, coordinating with writers, studios, and dubbing/localization vendors, while overseeing release scheduling and tracking throughput and cost per episode.
• Support business development by sourcing, preparing, and assisting in closing partnerships, including distribution, telco/carrier billing, content licensing, and regional platforms, by building necessary materials and managing follow-through.
• Contribute to fundraising and investor relations by building and maintaining the data room, updating financial models, preparing investor decks and updates, and managing diligence logistics.
• Take ownership of ambiguous, cross-functional problems from inception to resolution, such as new market entry preparation, monetization experiments, hiring sprints, or vendor migrations, and systematize solutions before handing them off.
• Leverage founder time by preparing for meetings, driving decisions to closure, and ensuring follow-up on critical items.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, economics, media, communications, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Prior experience in startups, consulting, media, or entertainment is a strong plus.
• A genuine interest in film, series production, or storytelling, ideally with familiarity with Arab culture and regional media trends.

Required Skills

• Exceptional organizational and project management abilities, including task prioritization, time management, and stakeholder coordination.
• Strong analytical and research skills, with the proven ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enabling the preparation of concise presentations, briefs, and reports.
• Proficiency in working with data, including the use of spreadsheets and basic dashboards, to support business decisions and performance tracking.
• The capacity to work independently, take initiative, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Work Environment and Experience

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role requires 0-1 year of experience, making it suitable for individuals early in their careers looking to gain foundational experience in a dynamic company.