Creative Director

noon; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading e-commerce company in Dubai is seeking a Creative Director to oversee creative quality across numerous brands. The role involves leading brand identity creation, ensuring consistency in brand expression, and mentoring a junior creative team. Candidates should have 10+ years of experience in a creative role and a strong background in brand work. Proficiency with Adobe Suite and Figma is essential, and excellent communication skills are necessary. This role shapes the creative vision and maintains high standards across marketing campaigns and design systems.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in a creative role with leadership responsibilities.
• Experience as a Creative Director or Senior Creative Manager.
• Strong background in brand work and identity systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation of new brand identities and visual systems.
• Own and uphold creative standards across all brands.
• Build a culture of accountability and pride in execution.

Skills

Creative leadership

Brand identity development

UI design

Team mentorship

Project management

Proficiency with Adobe Suite

Proficiency with Figma

Job description

Role Overview

We are looking for a Creative Director / Creative Lead to lead creative quality, consistency, and execution across noon’s group brands, core platforms, and new launches. This role is responsible for maintaining a high creative bar across all brands, marketing campaigns, and design systems, while building strong workflows and managing junior talent.

Key Responsibilities

Brand Identity & New Brand Development

• Lead the creation of new brand identities, including naming support, visual systems, logos, packaging, and brand guidelines.
• Ensure new brands feel distinctive while still fitting within the broader noon ecosystem.
• Oversee BTL and on-ground brand assets. Monitor and brief 3D physical on-ground designs.
• UI design for new launches – key visual UI.
• Upgrade brand touchpoints on the app from time to time.
• Oversee brand quality for smaller business teams as required.

Creative Leadership & Brand Quality

• Own and uphold creative standards across group brands and platforms.
• Act as a creative gatekeeper across identity work, campaigns, and product surfaces.
• Ensure consistency of brand expression across digital, physical, and experiential touchpoints.

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor a junior creative team.
• Set clear direction, give strong feedback, and raise the overall level of craft.
• Build a culture of accountability, clarity, and pride in execution.

Workflow & Execution (Critical)

• Own creative workflows end-to-end: brief intake, prioritisation, and delivery.
• Manage multiple workstreams across brands and timelines without quality drop.
• Bring structure and process to fast-moving environments while keeping teams agile.

Campaigns & New Initiatives

• Provide creative direction on major campaigns, seasonal moments, and new launches.
• Ensure new initiatives align with the broader noon brand while allowing room to evolve.

Experience & Skills

• 10+ years in a creative role, with leadership responsibility.
• Experience as a Creative Director / Senior Creative Manager or equivalent.
• Strong background in brand work, identity systems, and campaigns.
• UI design experience is a big plus.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously at scale.
• Deep understanding of creative workflows and time management.
• Experience working cross-functionally in super fast-paced, high-growth environments.
• Strong creative judgment, attention to detail, and high taste levels.
• Proficiency with Adobe Suite and Figma.
• Clear, confident communicator (written and verbal).