Freelance Senior Art Director

Chain Reaction; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital marketing agency is seeking a Freelance Senior Art Director to craft visually stunning campaigns across various media. This role involves leading creative ideation and design, overseeing a team, and delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines, perfect for those who thrive in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Continuous growth and learning opportunities

Positive work environment

Supportive team atmosphere

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as an Art Director, with 3+ years as a Senior Art Director.
• Strong skills in typography, image manipulation, animation, and illustration.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, After Effects).

Responsibilities

• Lead conceptual brainstorming sessions and visual exploration.
• Inspire designers to deliver ideas for digital and print campaigns.
• Transform creative concepts into pixel-perfect executions.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Typography

Image Manipulation

Animation

Illustration

Marketing Design

Job description

Chain Reaction is an award-winning digital marketing agency based in GCC and Levant. We develop bespoke digital strategies to help our clients achieve their growth goals, bringing together online marketing techniques including Online Advertising, SEO, Content Marketing, Social Media, Influencer Marketing, and more.

Are you passionate about turning ideas into visually stunning campaigns that leave a lasting impact?

We’re looking for a Freelance Senior Art Director to join our team! In this role, you’ll lead creative ideation, design, and execution for digital advertising, social media content, print campaigns, and more. If you thrive on conceptualizing innovative visuals that resonate with audiences, this could be your opportunity to make a mark!

What You’ll Do :

• Lead conceptual brainstorming sessions and drive visual exploration.
• Inspire and guide designers to deliver pioneering ideas for digital and print campaigns.
• Transform creative concepts into pixel-perfect executions within deadlines.
• Decide on visual representation, including photography, design elements, and illustrations.
• Storyboard and sketch ideas to bring concepts to life.
• Take ownership of creative visuals for new business pitches and campaigns.
• Review and approve designs, artwork, photography, and graphics created by the team.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience as an Art Director in an agency, with at least 3 years as a Senior Art Director
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Adobe After Effects).
• Strong skills in typography, image manipulation, animation, and illustration.
• A deep understanding of marketing design, layout, and emerging digital platforms .
• A resilient mindset to perform under pressure and deliver high-quality work on tight deadlines.
• Bonus : Knowledge in UI / UX and designing websites or mobile apps

Joining our team ensures that your opinions matter, providing you with a platform to express yourself. You will experience continuous growth, and learning opportunities, and be empowered to push your limits. We are dedicated to fostering a positive environment that prioritizes your well-being and health. Collaborate with a strong and supportive team that is committed to motivating you both in your personal and professional journey.