178 Art Director jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Graphic Designer is required to create visually compelling designs that communicate the brand message and meet client needs.

• Develop creative visual concepts for marketing materials including brochures, websites, social media, and presentations.
• Collaborate with teams to understand project requirements and translate them into appealing designs.
• Maintain brand consistency across all projects.
• Create infographics and data visualizations to communicate complex information.
• Produce high-quality graphics, logos, and visual elements for print and digital media.
• Manage multiple projects, meeting deadlines while ensuring quality.
• Stay updated with latest design trends, tools, and best practices.
• Participate in brainstorming and contribute innovative ideas.
• Ensure designs align with client objectives and brand guidelines.
• Present concepts for feedback and approval.

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related field.
• 3-5 years of professional experience in graphic design.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant software.
• Strong portfolio showcasing diverse design projects.
• Excellent visual skills with attention to detail, composition, and color theory.
• Experience in creating infographics and visualizations.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of current design trends and emerging technologies.
• UI/UX design experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with HTML/CSS and responsive design is advantageous.
• Strong problem-solving skills and creativity.
• Excellent organizational skills.

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Established in 2004, OLIVER is the world's first and only specialist in designing, building, and running bespoke in-house agencies and marketing ecosystems for brands. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting. Our unique model drives creativity and efficiency, allowing us to deliver tailored solutions that resonate deeply with audiences.

As a part of The Brandtech Group , we're at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.

Role: Creative/Art Director

Location: New Cairo, Egypt

Working in partnership with our client, we are seeking a highly skilled and visionary Art/Creative Director to lead and manage our creative team, ensuring the highest standards of visual execution across all platforms. This role is responsible for driving the ideation and development of compelling, brand-aligned content for social media and beyond, while overseeing production quality and ensuring consistency across campaigns.

• Creative Leadership: Lead and manage day-to-day operations of the creative team, ensuring efficiency, collaboration, and high-quality output.
• Visual Ideation: Drive the visual ideation process for all social media content and creative campaigns, providing strategic and art direction.
• Brand Alignment: Ensure all creative assets and designs align with the brand's identity, tone, and campaign objectives .
• Content Development: Develop and evolve the visual identity and creative approach for new content series, formats, or platforms.
• Production Oversight: Supervise production projects from concept to final delivery, maintaining creative excellence and executional quality.

• 7+ years of experience in art direction or visual design, including team leadership experience
• Strong portfolio demonstrating visual storytelling, social-first content, and campaign work
• Deep understanding of brand identity and design systems
• Excellent communication and team management skills
• Experience in overseeing production (photo, video, animation) is a plus
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Our values shape everything we do:

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what's possible

Be always learningand listening to understand

Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations

OLIVER, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

OLIVER has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission,embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.

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Established in 2004, OLIVER is the world’s first and only specialist in designing, building, and running bespoke in-house agencies and marketing ecosystems for brands. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting. Our unique model drives creativity and efficiency, allowing us to deliver tailored solutions that resonate deeply with audiences.

As a part of The Brandtech Group , we're at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.

Role: Creative/Art Director

Location: New Cairo, Egypt

Working in partnership with our client, we are seeking a highly skilled and visionary Art/Creative Director to lead and manage our creative team, ensuring the highest standards of visual execution across all platforms. This role is responsible for driving the ideation and development of compelling, brand-aligned content for social media and beyond, while overseeing production quality and ensuring consistency across campaigns.

• Creative Leadership: Lead and manage day-to-day operations of the creative team, ensuring efficiency, collaboration, and high-quality output.
• Visual Ideation: Drive the visual ideation process for all social media content and creative campaigns, providing strategic and art direction.
• Brand Alignment: Ensure all creative assets and designs align with the brand’s identity, tone, and campaign objectives .
• Content Development: Develop and evolve the visual identity and creative approach for new content series, formats, or platforms.
• Production Oversight: Supervise production projects from concept to final delivery, maintaining creative excellence and executional quality.

• 7+ years of experience in art direction or visual design, including team leadership experience
• Strong portfolio demonstrating visual storytelling, social-first content, and campaign work
• Deep understanding of brand identity and design systems
• Excellent communication and team management skills
• Experience in overseeing production (photo, video, animation) is a plus
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Our values shape everything we do:

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible

Be always learningand listening to understand

Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations

OLIVER, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

OLIVER has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission,embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.

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What is your notice period? *

What are your salary expectations (gross, per annum)? *

If you are selected for interview is there anything we should take in to consideration?

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Anghami Inc. is home to two of the region’s most dynamic digital entertainment platforms—Anghami and OSN+. Together, they’ve created a powerhouse reshaping how the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region experiences music, premium video, podcasts, and live entertainment.

Founded in 2012, Anghami is the MENA region’s leading multimedia streaming platform, connecting a community of over 120 million users, including 2.5 million paid subscribers. With headquarters in Abu Dhabi and offices across Dubai, Beirut, Cairo, and Riyadh, Anghami proudly became the first Arab tech company listed on NASDAQ (ANGH), making it more than a platform—it’s a hub for innovation, offering diverse entertainment experiences.

In 2024, Anghami joined forces with OSN+, the region's go-to platform for premium video streaming. OSN+ is known for its exclusive HBO series, Max Originals, and a great mix of local and international content. With top partnerships with studios like Warner Bros. and NBC Universal, OSN+ brings even more exciting entertainment to the Anghami ecosystem, offering a complete experience for millions of users.

At Anghami Inc., we’re passionate about building experiences that empower users to explore, connect, and share through entertainment. The team constantly pushes boundaries, crafting tools and features that allow people to express themselves and tell their unique stories.

Be part of a team that's shaping the future of entertainment in the MENA region and beyond.

The Senior Art Director will lead the creative vision for bold, boundary-breaking visuals tailored for a digital-first audience. This role requires a mix of high-level creative leadership, strategic thinking, and hands-on design expertise, ensuring that every visual output aligns with the brand’s innovative and audience-centric approach.
As a key player in the Creative Marketing team, you will oversee digital campaigns across social media, digital ads, and on-platform placements, pushing creative boundaries and delivering compelling visuals that keep OSN+ ahead of the curve. You will work closely with the Head of Creative, Copywriters, Motion Designers, and the Marketing team, leading creative direction while mentoring and guiding junior designers to elevate the brand’s visual identity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the creative direction for OSN+’s digital campaigns, ensuring fresh, innovative, and audience-first visuals across all touchpoints.
• Develop and oversee bold, trend-driven visuals for social media, digital ads, assets, and streaming platform placements, ensuring they align with evolving digital behaviors.
• Own projects from concept to execution, working both independently and collaboratively to bring the Head of Creative’s vision to life.
• Mentor and guide junior designers, fostering a culture of creativity, growth, and high performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Motion Designers, Copywriters, and Marketing leads, to align visuals with broader campaign strategies.
• Stay ahead of design trends, audience engagement tactics, and platform-specific best practices to keep OSN+ at the forefront of digital entertainment marketing.
• Ensure brand consistency across all assets, developing and maintaining creative guidelines that uphold the premium positioning of OSN+ and Anghami.
• Push creative boundaries, testing new formats, visual styles, and storytelling techniques to drive engagement and brand affinity.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in Art Direction, Graphic Design, or a similar creative role, preferably within entertainment, digital media, or streaming industries.
• Proven expertise in digital-first design, with a strong portfolio showcasing high-impact visuals for social media, digital marketing, and online campaigns.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), with a strong understanding of motion graphics principles (experience with After Effects is a plus).
• Deep knowledge of digital audience behaviors, social media trends, and engagement tactics to craft visuals that resonate.
• Leadership and mentoring experience, with the ability to guide junior designers, provide constructive feedback, and inspire creativity.
• Strong project management skills, able to juggle multiple campaigns and deadlines with efficiency and precision.
• Collaborative and proactive mindset, with the ability to work closely with the Head of Creative and cross-functional teams to execute high-impact campaigns.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to articulate creative ideas and rationale to stakeholders.

Anghami Inc. is home to two of the region’s most dynamic digital entertainment platforms—Anghami and OSN+. Together, they’ve created a powerhouse reshaping how the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region experiences music, premium video, podcasts, and live entertainment.

Founded in 2012, Anghami is the MENA region’s leading multimedia streaming platform, connecting a community of over 120 million users, including 2.5 million paid subscribers. With headquarters in Abu Dhabi and offices across Dubai, Beirut, Cairo, and Riyadh, Anghami proudly became the first Arab tech company listed on NASDAQ (ANGH), making it more than a platform—it’s a hub for innovation, offering diverse entertainment experiences.

In 2024, Anghami joined forces with OSN+, the region's go-to platform for premium video streaming. OSN+ is known for its exclusive HBO series, Max Originals, and a great mix of local and international content. With top partnerships with studios like Warner Bros. and NBC Universal, OSN+ brings even more exciting entertainment to the Anghami ecosystem, offering a complete experience for millions of users.

At Anghami Inc., we’re passionate about building experiences that empower users to explore, connect, and share through entertainment. The team constantly pushes boundaries, crafting tools and features that allow people to express themselves and tell their unique stories.

Be part of a team that's shaping the future of entertainment in the MENA region and beyond.

The Senior Art Director will lead the creative vision for bold, boundary-breaking visuals tailored for a digital-first audience. This role requires a mix of high-level creative leadership, strategic thinking, and hands-on design expertise, ensuring that every visual output aligns with the brand’s innovative and audience-centric approach.
As a key player in the Creative Marketing team, you will oversee digital campaigns across social media, digital ads, and on-platform placements, pushing creative boundaries and delivering compelling visuals that keep OSN+ ahead of the curve. You will work closely with the Head of Creative, Copywriters, Motion Designers, and the Marketing team, leading creative direction while mentoring and guiding junior designers to elevate the brand’s visual identity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the creative direction for OSN+’s digital campaigns, ensuring fresh, innovative, and audience-first visuals across all touchpoints.
• Develop and oversee bold, trend-driven visuals for social media, digital ads, assets, and streaming platform placements, ensuring they align with evolving digital behaviors.
• Own projects from concept to execution, working both independently and collaboratively to bring the Head of Creative’s vision to life.
• Mentor and guide junior designers, fostering a culture of creativity, growth, and high performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Motion Designers, Copywriters, and Marketing leads, to align visuals with broader campaign strategies.
• Stay ahead of design trends, audience engagement tactics, and platform-specific best practices to keep OSN+ at the forefront of digital entertainment marketing.
• Ensure brand consistency across all assets, developing and maintaining creative guidelines that uphold the premium positioning of OSN+ and Anghami.
• Push creative boundaries, testing new formats, visual styles, and storytelling techniques to drive engagement and brand affinity.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in Art Direction, Graphic Design, or a similar creative role, preferably within entertainment, digital media, or streaming industries.
• Proven expertise in digital-first design, with a strong portfolio showcasing high-impact visuals for social media, digital marketing, and online campaigns.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), with a strong understanding of motion graphics principles (experience with After Effects is a plus).
• Deep knowledge of digital audience behaviors, social media trends, and engagement tactics to craft visuals that resonate.
• Leadership and mentoring experience, with the ability to guide junior designers, provide constructive feedback, and inspire creativity.
• Strong project management skills, able to juggle multiple campaigns and deadlines with efficiency and precision.
• Collaborative and proactive mindset, with the ability to work closely with the Head of Creative and cross-functional teams to execute high-impact campaigns.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to articulate creative ideas and rationale to stakeholders.

• Dubai / Hybrid
• Full-Time
• 7+ years exp
• Salary Negotiable

We are looking for a bilingual (English & Arabic) Senior Art Director with a strong foundation in graphic design, a sharp creative vision, and a talent for crafting compelling visual narratives. This individual will be responsible for leading the creative output, mentoring designers and animators, and ensuring high-quality creative execution across all projects. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in typography, design composition, branding, and content ideation, with the ability to craft visually compelling narratives that align with both brand strategy and business objectives. They must also be highly collaborative, working closely with the Social Media team to develop engaging content. This is a leadership role, requiring a proactive and solutions-driven mindset, with the ability to inspire, guide, and challenge the team to push creative boundaries.

• Manage and mentor a team of designers and animators, building a culture of creativity, collaboration, and growth.
• Guide designers and creatives in their career development, providing feedback, support, and training as needed.
• Work alongside the Social Media and Content teams to create visually striking content that enhances brand narratives.

• Ensure brand consistency across all creative outputs, maintaining a strong visual identity for clients.
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ITP Media Group is hiring an Art Director to lead the visual identity and design execution of T: The New York Times Style Magazine MENA across print, digital, social, video, audio, and live experiences. Reporting to the Editor in Chief, the Art Director will drive the visual agenda, translate editorial ideas into striking, culturally resonant designs, and uphold world-class standards in line with the global T brand while building a distinct regional aesthetic.

1. Visual Vision & Brand Stewardship
   Working with our Group Art Director, define and codify T MENA's visual language across all platforms—typography, colour, grid, photography, illustration, motion, and UI/UX—balancing global T guidelines with a distinctive MENA sensibility.
   Own and maintain brand style guides, design systems, and component libraries for print and digital; ensure consistent application across English and Arabic outputs (RTL considerations, bilingual typography).
   Partner with the Editor in Chief on cover concepts, key packages, and signature franchises; champion visual excellence and originality.
2. Editorial Design & Production
   Lead issue design from flatplan to final files: pacing, visual hierarchy, typography, image selection, and layout craft for a monthly print cadence.
   Oversee digital design for feature templates, social franchises, newsletter layouts, and article packaging; ensure responsive, accessible, and on-brand execution.
   Manage prepress and print production, including colour management, retouching standards, proof reviews, paper stock recommendations, and press sign-off.
3. Photography Shoots & Visual Commissioning
   Commission and direct photographers, stylists, set designers, illustrators, and retouchers across fashion, portraiture, art/design, and still life.
   Build shoot treatments and storyboards; ensure lighting, styling, and composition meet T standards.
   Maintain a roster of regional and international visual talent; source fresh voices and experimental approaches.
4. Cross-Platform Motion & Social Aesthetics
   Set motion guidelines for video opens, lower thirds, kinetic type, and graphic packages; collaborate with video leads on story packaging and color grading.
   Create social-first visual systems (Reels/Shorts, carousels, Stories, TikTok) that translate T's refinement into high-impact platform-native designs.
   Oversee podcast identity systems and live/experiential branding for talks, salons, and exhibitions.
5. Collaboration, Operations & Talent
   Collaborate with the Deputy Editor on schedules, flatplans, and delivery milestones; ensure seamless handoffs between teams.
   Partner with commercial, PR, agency, and partnerships teams on branded content within licensor guidelines.
   Foster an inclusive, experimentation-friendly culture; run portfolio reviews; contribute to talent scouting.
6. Budget & Asset Management
   Implement workflows, organize file architectures, and manage assets in our DAM system.
   Maintain rights and clearances documentation; coordinate with legal/standards when needed.
7. Innovation & Benchmarking
   Track global design trends, emerging tools, and apply learnings judiciously.
   Pursue awards, showcases, and exhibitions to elevate T MENA's profile and influence.

• 8-10 years in editorial/brand art direction with a portfolio of landmark covers, features, and cross-platform systems (print, web, social, motion).
• Mastery of typography and grid systems; proficiency in photographic direction, image editing, and art production.
• Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Cloud, Capture One; working knowledge of After Effects/Premiere or similar; Figma or equivalent for digital systems.
• Strong prepress knowledge and digital accessibility practices.
• Experience in commissioning and directing photographers/illustrators; extensive network in MENA and internationally.
• Familiarity with Arabic typography and RTL layouts; bilingual English/Arabic preferred.
• Excellent collaboration, presentation, stakeholder management skills; calm, detail-oriented, reliable under deadlines.

• Visual quality and consistency across platforms; recognition through awards.
• Exceptional visual packaging and growth of visual franchises.
• Diversity and strength of contributor network; talent development.
• Client/stakeholder satisfaction with projects.
• Engagement metrics for social and video content.

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Description Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Interior Designer to deliver exceptional results. The ideal candidate should possess a degree in Interior Design or Architecture, coupled with 3-6 years of experience in Interior Design, Furniture Design drawings, and Architectural Drafting.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Create accurate CAD drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions, and site visits.
2. Develop innovative schemes involving fabrics and other finishes.
3. Prepare MEP drawings that meet the highest standards.
4. Produce Shop Drawings for factory and production purposes.
5. Meet project deadlines while maintaining exceptional quality.
6. Demonstrate a willingness to learn and collaborate effectively as part of a dynamic team.

Requirements:

• Display creativity and innovative thinking when approaching design challenges.
• Possess the ability to work seamlessly within both Architectural and Interior Design fields.

Work Schedule: Full-time

Location: Ajman

Motivate Media Group is seeking a highly creative and experienced Art Director to lead the visual direction of our marketing and promotional content across all platforms.

As the Art Director, you will play a key role in shaping and maintaining the visual identity of the Motivate brand and its wide portfolio from magazines and books to digital, events, and video. You will lead and collaborate with designers, marketers, and content teams to create impactful, high-quality visual campaigns that reflect the brand's voice and objectives.

• Oversee and guide the creative execution of marketing and event campaigns across print, digital, social media, video, and web platforms.
• Provide creative leadership to the junior designers and marketing team ensuring high standards and brand consistency.
• Conceptualize and design high-impact visuals, layouts, and collateral for a wide range of marketing initiatives.
• Ensure all design work is aligned with project goals, brand guidelines, and timelines.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop creative concepts that support brand strategy and campaign objectives.
• Approve final artworks and manage quality control across all design outputs.
• Liaise with external vendors or partners on design and production when needed.
• Stay current with design trends and apply them strategically across campaigns.

• Degree in Art, Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 -7 years of experience in a similar creative leadership role.
• Proven experience designing for both print and digital platforms.
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Mac OS.
• Excellent conceptual and visual storytelling skills.
• Eye for detail, typography, layout, and color.
• Ability to lead, inspire, and mentor junior team members.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Motivate Media Group is the region's leading multi-platform content producer with a diverse portfolio of media interests comprising magazines, digital, social, video, exhibitions & events, cinema, books and OOH.

Interested candidates may apply by attaching a copy of their CV, a cover letter, and a brief portfolio of their work.