Art Director

SCALIS; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading drone entertainment company in Abu Dhabi is looking for an Art Director to oversee the visual execution of projects. You will be responsible for defining the visual direction, mentoring the design team, and ensuring client satisfaction. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of storytelling experience, expertise in drone design, and is bilingual in Arabic and English. This role requires a creative leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is willing to travel and manage multiple tasks.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in storytelling and concept creation.
• 3+ years of experience in leading creative teams.
• 2+ years in drone design or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Define and oversee visual direction for projects.
• Mentor the design team to meet quality and branding standards.
• Act as the primary creative lead and communicate with clients.

Skills

Storytelling and concept creation

Leading and mentoring creative teams

Design software expertise

Bilingual (Arabic and English)

Job description

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At Nova Sky Stories , we empower artists and producers to bring awe and wonder to live audiences around the world. As the global leader in drone entertainment , we’ve been redefining live shows for over a decade—merging cutting‑edge drone technology with imaginative artistry.

With a veteran team of engineers and creatives, we design and operate lightweight, small, precise, and safe drones that perform in the most demanding environments—urban centers, extreme temperatures, and high winds. The result? Sky Stories that inspire, captivate, and transform the sky into a canvas of imagination.

Headquartered in the U.S. with teams across Europe and the UAE, Nova Sky Stories works with the world’s leading brands, venues, and events.
📱 Follow us: @NovaSkyStories

About the job

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Art Director to define, inspire, and oversee the visual execution of our projects. This role serves as the central creative authority, translating client objectives and brand standards into compelling visual narratives. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader who can seamlessly bridge the gap between creative strategy, design execution, technical requirements, and client satisfaction.

As an Art Director, you will be responsible for:

• Define and oversee the visual direction for all assigned projects and campaigns.
• Inspire, mentor, and guide the design team, ensuring all work is on‑brand, meets the highest quality standards, and effectively achieves storytelling goals .
• Act as the primary creative lead and central point of communication between clients, the internal design team, and the production department.
• Drive the implementation of the overall creative strategy , ensuring consistency and innovation across all touchpoints.Manage client relationships and expectations, presenting concepts and rationale clearly and persuasively.
• Ensure the design output meets all technical, production, and budget requirements .
• Oversee the project lifecycle from concept through final delivery, ensuring a fully validated show/product is delivered on time.

You’ll need to have:

• 5+ years of professional experience in storytelling and concept creation .
• 3+ years of proven experience in leading, managing, and mentoring creative teams .
• 2+ years of specific design experience related to drone design (e.g., drone light shows, aerial visuals, drone cinematography, or similar specialized field). *
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute a cohesive visual strategy.
• Exceptional presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Expert‑level knowledge of design software and production pipelines relevant to the industry.
• Fluent in both Arabic and English .
• Based in Abu Dhab or willing to relocate without company compensation.
• Willingness to travel locally and internationally and work flexible hours, including on‑site event execution.
• Valid international driver’s license and access to a vehicle within the UAE.

How to be successful in this role:

• Enthusiastic about the creative potential of drone technology
• Effective communication skills to articulate ideas and collaborate within teams
• Strong interpersonal skills with a team‑oriented approach
• Capacity to manage priorities, multitask, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Having an efficient and structured workflow
• Strong drive to experiment and innovate
• Quick learner with agility in adapting design approaches
• A results‑oriented, "can-do" attitude with a focus on creative solutions
• Ability to provide and receive constructive, creative feedback across teams
• Willingness to collaborate closely with team members, clients, and external partners

If you're ready to play a key role in supporting the operational backbone of a company redefining storytelling in the sky, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to help keep Nova Sky Stories flying high.