Senior Art Director

Client of James Patrick; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Client of James Patrick in Dubai seeks a Senior Art Director to lead visual identity and artistic direction for luxury brand activations and large-scale ceremonies.

You will collaborate with 3D designers and copywriters, mentor designers, and ensure on-site quality, print and digital assets, and motion graphics meet the highest standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6–8 years of creative experience in live events or experiential marketing.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and motion graphics workflows.
• Bachelor-level degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Visual Communication, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Oversee visual identity and artistic direction for high-profile events.
• Develop visual narratives and branding systems with cross-functional teams.
• Direct production of print and digital assets, signage, and motion content.
• Supervise onsite installation to match approved concepts at venues.
• Mentor junior designers and enforce design standards across the studio.

Skills

Art direction

Brand activations

Live events

Creative leadership

Typography

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design

Fine Arts / Visual Communication degree

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Motion graphics

Video mapping

Job description

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Visual Leadership amp Art Direction

Define and oversee the overarching visual identity aesthetic tone and artistic direction for high-profile events luxury brand activations and large-scale ceremonies across Dubai ensuring all visual outputs align perfectly with client brand guidelines

Multidisciplinary Concept Design

Conceptualize and develop comprehensive visual narratives graphic branding systems and thematic mood boards collaborating with 3D designers and copywriters to pitch winning event aesthetics to corporate and government clients

Print amp Digital Asset Production

Direct the creation of all graphic touchpoints including large-format event signage stage backdrops digital screen content motion graphics and premium collateral maintaining flawless typography and composition throughout

On-Site Aesthetic Quality Control

Supervise the physical installation and setup phases at venues working closely with print vendors scenic fabricators and lighting directors to guarantee that the final look matches the approved artistic vision flawlessly

Studio Mentorship amp Quality Standards

Mentor mid-weight and junior graphic designers establishing clear creative workflows and reviewing all visual assets to maintain an exceptionally high standard of design output within the agency

Experience:

Art Direction & Agency Experience: Possess a minimum of 6 to 8 years of creative experience with a strong focus on live events, experiential marketing, or brand activations, having worked previously as a Senior Art Director or Senior Designer.

Advanced Design Tools Mastery:

Demonstrate expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite specifically Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign coupled with a strong understanding of motion graphics design, video mapping, and interactive media workflows.

Dubai Production & Print Knowledge:

Exhibit comprehensive understanding of local print materials, fabrication techniques, and large-format installation constraints, ensuring all artistic assets are optimized for physical production in the UAE.

Portfolio of Live Experiences:

Showcase a stellar design portfolio that highlights masterful typography, spatial branding, visual storytelling, and a proven track record of bringing massive live event environments to life.

Education & Creative Background:

Hold a Bachelor s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Visual Communication, or a related creative discipline, along with exceptional presentation skills to confidently sell artistic concepts to C-level stakeholders.