Art Director

RecruitMe Plus; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in Dubai is seeking an experienced Art Director to enhance their creative team. The ideal candidate should possess an exceptional eye for design and the ability to translate ideas into impactful experiences. Responsibilities include crafting visual elements for campaigns, managing project timelines, and collaborating closely with the team. A bachelor's degree and proven hospitality industry experience are essential for this role. Join us to create engaging brand experiences in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience overseeing art direction within the hospitality industry.
• Work portfolio is required.
• Based in the UAE or willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Work with the creative team to develop project strategies.
• Produce initial mood boards and presentations.
• Manage and delegate responsibilities to designers.

Skills

Creative thinking

Strategic thinking

Artistic direction

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fine arts or related fields

Job description

We'rehiring on behalf of a leading hospitality group known for building some of the regions most-loved dining concepts-From lifestyle-focused cafés to high-energy dining spots, each concept is designed to spark community, loyalty, and culture.

They're looking for an Art Director to join their team in the UAE.

Job Purpose

Were looking for an Art Director with the perfect blend of creativity, strategic thinking, and commercial understanding someone who not only has an exceptional eye for design but knows how to turn ideas into impactful brand experiences.

This person will take creative concepts from vision to execution: defining the visual direction, selecting the right artistic elements, guiding the design team, reviewing and approving deliverables, and overseeing timelines and budgets. Most importantly, they'll be a source of inspiration elevating the work while staying open to inspiration from the team around them.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with other members of the creative team to evaluate the brands needs, develop projectstrategies, and create visual elements for cohesive and effective campaigns.
• Understand marketing initiatives, strategic positioning and target audience to ideate anddevelop innovative marketing campaigns.
• Responsible for all pre-production meetings for projects and campaigns.
• Produce initial mood boards, presentations, storyboards, content direction, art layouts basedon creative visions & ideas.
• Present completed ideas to MDs, brand partners & creative team members.
• Develop the overall style of a project and communicate it to the team.
• Selects, review andapprove which design, visual art, or other elements to use.
• Take work from concept to final execution within deadlines, ensuring schedules are accurateand realistic.
• Manage and delegate responsibilities to other designers and creative team members andprovide directions to bring concepts, presentations and ideas to life.
• Conduct research to understand brand objectives, target markets, and industry trends.
• Work full-time hours in flexible shifts, which may include weekends and evenings depending onwhen events & meetings are scheduled or to meet deadlines.

Education

• Bachelors degree in Fine arts, communications technology or any related education.

Requirements

• Proven experience overseeing art direction within the hospitality industry.
• Based in the UAE or ready to relocate to the UAE.
• Workportfolio is required- kindly attach it when applying.