Head of Live Event Visual & Brand Experience

Client of James Patrick; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Client Media in Dubai leads the visual narrative for luxury events and brand activations. The role directs creative vision across big-scale ceremonies, ensuring every asset aligns with brand guidelines and high production values.

The candidate will conceptualise narratives, oversee print and digital production, and supervise on-site aesthetic execution. A strong portfolio in live experiences and a relevant degree is essential.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of creative experience with live events, experiential marketing, or brand activations.
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and motion graphics workflows.
• Experience with Dubai production, print materials, and large-format installations.
• A portfolio showing typography, spatial branding, and dynamic visual storytelling.
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Visual Communication or related field, with solid presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and oversee the visual identity and artistic direction for luxury events and brand activations in Dubai.
• Conceptualise visual narratives and branding systems, collaborating with 3D designers and copywriters.
• Direct creation of all graphic touchpoints including signage, backdrops, screens and collateral.
• Supervise on-site installation to ensure final look matches the approved vision.
• Mentor mid-weight and junior designers, establishing workflows and maintaining high design standards.

Skills

Art Direction

Brand activations

Leadership

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Visual Communication

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Motion graphics

Job description

Client Media in Dubai leads the visual narrative for luxury events and brand activations. The role directs creative vision across big-scale ceremonies, ensuring every asset aligns with brand guidelines and high production values.

The candidate will conceptualise narratives, oversee print and digital production, and supervise on-site aesthetic execution. A strong portfolio in live experiences and a relevant degree is essential.