Art & Design Manager

Miral; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Miral is seeking a Creative Arts & Motion Design Manager to lead the development and execution of world-class visual content across Miral Experiences, attractions, seasonal events, campaigns and guest experiences. The role oversees the creative direction, design and production of static and digital assets, ensuring a consistent, innovative visual identity.

You will manage internal and external teams, collaborate with Marketing, Production, Operations, IP partners and vendors, drive storytelling

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, motion graphics, animation or related field.
• 5 years of professional motion graphics/animation experience.
• 2 years leading creative teams or projects.
• Proficiency in After Effects, Premiere Pro, Cinema 4D or similar tools.
• Strong branding, typography, layout and identity development.

Responsibilities

• Lead visual creative development from concept to delivery for shows, attractions and campaigns.
• Develop mood boards, visual identities, style guides and presentation materials.
• Create static and digital assets: key art, signage, graphics and merch visuals.
• Maintain brand standards across Miral Experiences and campaigns.
• Collaborate with marketing, production, operations and IP teams on visual elements.
• Provide input on scenic treatments, stage visuals, projection and immersive media.
• Develop multimedia content including motion graphics, digital screens and LED content.
• Explore AI tools and real-time rendering to innovate visual solutions.
• Manage multiple workstreams, timelines, budgets and stakeholder expectations.

Skills

Motion graphics design

Leadership

Branding

Project management

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic design

Tools

After Effects

Premiere Pro

Cinema 4D

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Role Overview

The Creative Arts amp Motion Design Manager is responsible for leading the development and execution of world-class visual creative content across Miral Experiences entertainment offerings attractions seasonal events campaigns and guest experiences The role oversees the creative direction design and production of both static and digital visual assets ensuring a consistent innovative and high-quality visual identity across all touchpoints Working closely with Entertainment Marketing Production Operations IP partners and external vendors the role drives the creation of graphic design motion graphics digital media environmental graphics show branding screen content and immersive visual experiences that enhance storytelling and elevate the guest experience The position combines creative leadership with operational delivery managing internal and external creative resources maintaining brand standards championing innovation and ensuring all visual content is delivered on time on budget and to the highest creative and technical standards The successful candidate will act as a key creative partner across the business translating strategic objectives into compelling visual solutions while continuously exploring new technologies industry trends and creative approaches that support Miral s ambition to deliver globally competitive entertainment experiences.

Area s of Responsibility

• Lead the visual creative development of entertainment projects from concept through delivery ensuring a compelling and consistent guest-facing visual language
• Develop creative treatments mood boards visual identities style guides and presentation materials for shows attractions seasonal events campaigns and experiences
• Oversee the creation of static and digital graphic design assets including key art promotional materials signage environmental graphics show branding event identities print collateral merchandise graphics and wayfinding solutions
• Establish and maintain visual identity standards across entertainment offerings and campaigns
• Support marketing and commercial teams in the development of creative assets that drive guest engagement and revenue
• Ensure all creative outputs align with Miral Experiences and individual park brand standards
• Collaborate with Creative Production Operations Marketing and IP teams to develop visual elements supporting live shows seasonal events attractions activations and guest experiences
• Provide creative input into scenic treatments stage visuals screen content interactive media projection content and environmental storytelling
• Ensure visual design enhances the overall guest experience while remaining operationally practical and deliverable
• Lead the development of multimedia content including motion graphics video content digital screens projection mapping LED content social media assets and immersive media experiences
• Explore new technologies and emerging creative tools including AI-assisted design real-time rendering interactive media and digital experiences
• Continuously identify innovative visual solutions that elevate Miral s entertainment offering
• Manage multiple creative workstreams simultaneously balancing business priorities budgets schedules and stakeholder expectations
• Develop project plans creative schedules resource allocation strategies and production timelines
• Ensure creative projects are delivered on time within budget and to agreed quality standards
• Present creative concepts pitches and design solutions to senior stakeholders park leadership and executive teams
• Translate business objectives into compelling visual storytelling and creative outcomes
• Act as a key creative partner across departments to support strategic business initiatives

Qualifications Experience and Skills

Essential

• Bachelor s degree in graphic design Motion Graphics Animation Visual Communication or a related field
• 5 years of professional experience in motion graphics design or animation
• 2 years of experience in a leadership or managerial role overseeing creative teams or projects
• Proficiency in industry-standard software such as Adobe After Effects Adobe Premiere Pro Cinema 4D or similar tools
• Strong graphic design expertise across print digital and environmental applications
• Strong understanding of visual branding typography layout color theory and creative identity development
• Experience developing creative concepts for entertainment events attractions or destination experiences
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite Photoshop Illustrator InDesign After Effects Premiere Pro
• Strong expertise in motion graphics animation principles and visual storytelling
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Strong communication and leadership skills with a talent for mentoring and inspiring creative teams
• Fluency in English both written and verbal
• Knowledge of branding and marketing strategies as they relate to visual communication

Desirable

• Experience working in the entertainment industry particularly in themed entertainment or event production; proficiency in both English and Arabic.
• Experience designing for themed entertainment attractions live events exhibitions or experiential environments.
• Experience creating content for LED screens projection mapping and immersive environments.
• Working knowledge of AI-assisted creative tools and workflows.
• Experience managing external agencies and creative vendors.
• Experience working in high-pressure environments with tight deadlines such as creative agencies or media production houses.
• Worked in the UAE or GCC countries in a marketing environment.
• Worked in theme parks attractions or entertainment venues.
• Working knowledge of other 3D creative tools e g Blender SketchUp Revit AutoCAD.
• Fluent Arabic speaker and Writer.