Afnan CH / Saudi Arabia enquiries
Digital Marketing for Saudi Arabia
Kerala-based specialist working remotely with Saudi and Gulf businesses.
I'm Afnan CH, a digital marketing specialist and web developer based in Kerala. I work remotely with businesses in Saudi Arabia on SEO, social content, paid-campaign planning and e-commerce websites, with the scope agreed before work begins.
The Saudi market, honestly
Saudi Arabia is one of the largest consumer markets in the Gulf, and its e-commerce and social commerce keep growing under the country's Vision 2030 digital push. Buyers research on Google and discover brands on Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat, and the audience is Arabic-first with a large English-speaking segment.
That means the basics matter more than tricks: a fast website, clear service pages, search content that answers real customer questions, and social content made for the platforms Saudis actually use.
Support for your business
- SEO and content: review site structure, important pages, search intent and useful customer-facing content in English, with honest advice on where Arabic-first content is needed.
- Social content: plan Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat content, short video and brand messaging around your actual audience.
- Meta Ads: campaign structure, creative and measurement. Any advertising budget is separate and needs your approval.
- E-commerce: connect marketing goals with a usable store, product pages and measurement. See services and packages and Shopify support for Gulf businesses.
Working remotely from Kerala
I do not have a Saudi office and I will not pretend to have one. What I offer is senior, hands-on work at a lower cost base: Saudi Arabia is 2 hours 30 minutes behind India, so the working day overlaps almost fully, and video calls and WhatsApp cover day-to-day communication. Every engagement starts with a written scope so both sides know exactly what is being delivered.
My background
From May 2024 to January 2025 I worked as a Digital Marketing Faculty Trainer with Epic Ventures, on behalf of Skill Mount, in Bur Dubai on a hybrid basis, covering Meta Ads, SEO, content creation, paid advertising and campaign analytics.
My strongest marketing result is past work on Sulfi Wooden Life while working with DAFO, helping build its audience from zero to 60,000+ followers through original video and organic content. That figure is a past-work milestone, not a promise for your account, and the account is now managed by another team. I also founded Armancarts, my own e-commerce business, which keeps my store and campaign work practical. Read my career history and selected projects before deciding whether my experience fits your business.
Common questions
Do you take on projects in Saudi Arabia?
Yes. I work remotely from Kerala with businesses in Saudi Arabia and the wider Gulf. Calls happen over video or WhatsApp, and the scope, deliverables and price are agreed in writing before any work begins.
How much does digital marketing cost in Saudi Arabia?
Budgets in Saudi Arabia are broadly comparable to UAE ranges: a small business typically invests a few thousand riyals per month for ongoing work done properly, with one-time work like a website priced separately. For honest line-by-line Gulf ranges, see my guide to digital marketing costs in Dubai and the UAE.
Do you run Arabic-language campaigns?
Most of my work is in English. For Arabic-first creative I am upfront about fit: I can lead strategy, structure and English content, and where native Arabic copy is needed I will say so plainly rather than overpromise.
What is the time zone overlap with Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia (AST) is 2 hours 30 minutes behind India, so the working day overlaps almost fully. Messages, calls and reviews can all happen inside normal Saudi business hours.
Working with me
If you run a business in Saudi Arabia and want an honest conversation about SEO, content, ads or a store, start with services and starting packages or message me directly. I will tell you plainly what I would do first and what it should cost.
Planning marketing for a Saudi business?
Send your business type and what you want to achieve. I reply with what I would prioritise first and a clear scope.