Creative Graphic Designer

Emirates Park Zoo; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading park and zoo organization in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Graphic Designer to join their Marketing team. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in graphic design, particularly in internal communications and social media. Responsibilities include designing communication materials, creating social media visuals, and collaborating on marketing campaigns. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite is essential. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative branding projects within a creative environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience (3+ years) in graphic design with a strong portfolio.
• Ability to create and edit short-form animations and motion graphics.
• Strong understanding of branding, layout, and typography.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging internal communication materials and social media visuals.
• Develop and design F&B materials including menus and promotional flyers.
• Collaborate on creative campaigns that align with company goals.

Skills

Graphic design

Adobe Creative Suite

Time management

Team collaboration

Tools

Illustrator

Photoshop

After Effects

Canva Pro

Figma

Job description

We are looking for a creative and versatile Graphic Designer to join our growing Marketing team. Reporting to the Marketing manager, the ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in designing internal communications, social media posts, F&B menus and leaflets, as well as adapting branding materials across various platforms. A bilingual creative thinker and communicator with a growth mindset, passion for design and innovation, and mastery of digital design tools are all great assets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design engaging and visually consistent internal communication materials such as newsletters, presentations, and employee campaigns.
• Create social media visuals (static, animated, and short-form video) optimized for various platforms including Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook.
• Develop and design F&B materials including menus, promotional flyers, table cards, and seasonal campaign creatives.
• Adapt branding across various touchpoints, ensuring visual consistency while meeting platform-specific requirements.
• Collaborate with marketing and communication teams to conceptualize and execute creative campaigns that align with company goals.
• Produce simple animations and motion graphics for digital use (stories, reels, ads).
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery without compromising quality.
• Stay updated on the latest design trends and tools to keep our brand visuals fresh and innovative.

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven experience (3+ years) in graphic design with a strong portfolio showcasing work in internal communications, social media, and F&B design.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator, Photoshop, and After Effects (or equivalent tools like Canva Pro, Figma).
• Experience in creating and editing short-form animations and motion graphics is a plus.
• Strong understanding of branding, layout, and typography.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and communication skills.

Bonus Points

• Experience in hospitality, food & beverage, or corporate communications.
• Photography and video editing skills.
• Marketing Agency experience is an added benefit.
• Bilingual: English / Arabic.