Art Director

Muffle; Lahore; On-site; PKR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Muffle in Lahore is seeking an experienced Art Director to lead the creative direction across diverse projects, shaping brand identity and design systems. You will mentor designers, oversee wireframes to high-fidelity visuals, and collaborate with product, development, and stakeholders to deliver visually compelling experiences.

This role requires vision and storytelling with strong typography, color theory, and brand mastery; proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite is essential for

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in art direction or design leadership.
• Proven ability to lead creative teams and deliver design quality.
• Strong presentation and client-facing skills.
• Expertise in visual design, branding, typography, color theory.
• Proficient in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite; strong prototyping.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creative direction for projects, ensuring design excellence and alignment with brand and business goals.
• Oversee the development of visual concepts, storyboards, mood boards, and design systems to establish a cohesive design language.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams - product managers, developers, and stakeholders to bring ideas to life.
• Guide the creation of wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs, ensuring the highest level of usability and aesthetics.
• Mentor and inspire designers, providing constructive feedback and fostering a culture of creativity and growth.
• Maintain design consistency by managing and evolving brand guidelines, design systems, and style libraries.
• Stay ahead of design trends, tools, and emerging technologies to drive innovation in visual storytelling.
• Present creative strategies and concepts to clients and internal teams with clarity and impact.

Skills

Creative leadership

Branding

Typography

Figma

Adobe CC

Prototyping

Presentation

Print & digital

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe XD

After Effects

Job description

Muffle is a leading creative and technology-driven company located in Lahore, Pakistan. We are committed to delivering innovative solutions for global enterprises, helping them elevate their brands and grow their businesses through cutting-edge design and technology.

Job Description

We are looking for a visionary and motivated Art Director to join the Muffle Creative team. As part of our dynamic environment, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the creative direction, leading design initiatives, and ensuring visual excellence across a wide range of projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a creative leader to influence brand identity, mentor design talent, and drive innovation that resonates with users and clients alike.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the creative direction for projects, ensuring design excellence and alignment with brand and business goals.

Oversee the development of visual concepts, storyboards, mood boards, and design systems to establish a cohesive design language.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams - product managers, developers, and stakeholders to bring ideas to life.

Guide the creation of wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs, ensuring the highest level of usability and aesthetics.

Mentor and inspire designers, providing constructive feedback and fostering a culture of creativity and growth.

Maintain design consistency by managing and evolving brand guidelines, design systems, and style libraries.

Stay ahead of design trends, tools, and emerging technologies to drive innovation in visual storytelling.

Present creative strategies and concepts to clients and internal teams with clarity and impact.

Requirements

Art Director (5-7 Years of Experience)

Core Skill Requirements:

Proven ability to lead and inspire creative teams, set clear direction, and uphold design quality standards.

Design Expertise:

Deep understanding of visual design principles, branding, typography, color theory, and user-centered design practices.

Technical Proficiency:

Expertise in design tools such as Figma, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD, After Effects), and prototyping platforms. Ability to create for both digital and print mediums.

Strategic Thinking:

Ability to balance creativity with business objectives, aligning designs with client goals and user needs.

Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of articulating design rationale and leading client discussions with confidence.

Experience guiding junior designers, fostering growth, and creating an environment that encourages experimentation and innovation.

Trend Awareness:

Passion for staying up to date with global design trends, tools, and creative practices to continuously elevate design standards.