Creative Manager

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in Dubai is seeking a Creative Manager to enhance its visual identity and artistic experience. The role demands expertise in branding, art curation, and leadership, ensuring alignment with luxury standards. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in similar roles, strong design portfolios, and proficiency in design software. Join a vibrant team and enjoy unique employee benefits in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Free stays at other hotels

Generous discounts across global locations

Exciting staff parties

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in creative/art direction, preferably in luxury hospitality.
• Strong portfolio showcasing branding and design expertise.
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the hotel’s visual identity and creative strategy.
• Ensure consistency across all marketing materials and guest-facing designs.
• Lead a team of designers, artists, and creative professionals.

Skills

Artistic vision

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Brand storytelling

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Fine Arts, Design, Marketing

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Company Description

At the 25hours Hotel One Central, Bedouin traditions are brought back to life and reinterpreted in a contemporary way. Here our colleagues become storytellers themselves. With a view of the Museum of the Future near the Dubai International Financial Center, everyone will find their way to us. Whether for an ice cream walk or a birthday celebration, we also enjoy spending time together outside of work. We are a colourful, diverse, professional team and love our friendly, informal culture.

COME AS YOU ARE & JOIN THE 25h TRIBE.

Job Description

The Creative Manager is responsible for curating, managing, and enhancing the visual identity and artistic experience of the hotel. This role involves overseeing branding, marketing visuals, interior aesthetics, art installations, and guest experiences that align with the hotel’s luxury standards. The ideal candidate will blend artistic vision with hospitality excellence, ensuring a sophisticated and immersive environment for guests.

How does your working day look like …

• Develop and maintain the hotel’s visual identity and creative strategy.
• Ensure consistency across all marketing materials, digital content, and guest-facing designs.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to create visually compelling campaigns.
• Oversee photography, videography, and graphic design projects.
• Curate and manage the hotel’s art collection, including permanent and temporary exhibits.
• Collaborate with artists, galleries, and designers to source and commission artwork.
• Enhance public spaces, rooms, and event venues with high-quality art and design elements.
• Work closely with interior designers to maintain the hotel’s ambiance and brand positioning.
• Conceptualize and execute art-related events, exhibitions, and installations.
• Partner with cultural institutions and artists for exclusive collaborations.
• Develop immersive experiences that enhance guest engagement and storytelling.
• Lead a team of designers, artists, and creative professionals.
• Collaborate with hotel departments (marketing, F&B, events) to ensure cohesive branding.
• Manage budgets, timelines, and vendor relationships for creative projects.

Qualifications

Your personality counts more than your CV …

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Fine Arts, Design, Marketing, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in creative/art direction, preferably in luxury hospitality, lifestyle brands, or cultural institutions.
• Strong portfolio showcasing branding, design, and art curation expertise.
• Knowledge of contemporary art, interior design, and luxury aesthetics.
• Proficiency in design software (Adobe Creative Suite, etc.) and project management tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Aesthetic sensibility and artistic vision.
• Strong storytelling and brand-building capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced luxury environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.

Additional Information

• Get to know all the other 25hours hotels and stay ten nights a year for free as an employee!
• Take advantage of being part of Ennismore and get generous discounts when visiting our bars and restaurants as well as booking hotel rooms all over the world
• Benefit from great offers from our numerous cooperation partners
• Be part of our hilarious staff parties and much more...