Creative Director - Arabic Native Speaker

Creative Director - Arabic Speaker

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

About Us:

Zia Creative Network is a leading creative agency with over a decade of influence in the GCC and North American markets. Fueled by passion and driven by innovation, we stay ahead of trends and push boundaries to bring unmatched creativity to the Arabic markets. Our expertise spans creative campaigns, marketing consultancy, digital media, web development, and event management. At Zia, you'll be part of a dynamic, learning-focused environment, where new tools and practices—like AI, automation, and innovative creative processes—are integrated into daily work. We’re dedicated to empowering our team with skills that keep them at the forefront of the industry.

About You:

As a Creative Director at Zia, you will oversee the Creative Department, managing and guiding copywriters, art directors, and designers to develop impactful creative products for our clients. You’ll collaborate with the Marketing & Communications team to ensure client objectives are met, and campaigns stay on track. From concept to completion, you’ll steer ad campaigns, delegate projects, and ensure deadlines and quality standards are met. Your role will also include developing comprehensive communication strategies and editorial plans that align with Zia’s high standards and clients’ goals.

Inspirational Leader: You have the ability to lead by example, motivating and inspiring your team to reach new creative heights.

Detail-Oriented & Strategic: You ensure quality and consistency in every campaign while aligning with the broader marketing objectives.

Visionary Thinker: You possess a strong creative vision and strategic mindset, able to transform abstract ideas into impactful, cohesive campaigns.

Collaborative Mentor: You nurture talent within the team, providing guidance and fostering a supportive, inclusive environment.

Analytical Insight: You’re skilled at interpreting market data and competitor analysis, using these insights to enhance project outcomes.

Your Daily Adventures:

Creative Leadership & Management

Inspire, guide, and mentor the creative team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.

Oversee the creative process from concept to final delivery, ensuring all projects meet design goals, timelines, and budgets.

Translate marketing objectives into engaging, impactful creative strategies that maintain visual and brand standards.

Strategic Communication Oversight

Develop and execute high-level creative guidelines based on project goals and competitive analysis.

Lead the creation of key visual assets, including campaign visuals, logos, trailers, and website content, ensuring alignment with Zia’s standards.

Collaborate closely with marketing and production teams to align creative output with campaign objectives, ensuring consistency across all media.

Client Collaboration & Quality Control

Oversee client pitches, presentations, and proposals, clearly articulating creative ideas and solutions.

Collaborate with both internal and external teams, ensuring alignment with brand vision and quality standards.

Provide feedback on team deliverables to uphold Zia’s high standards and achieve impactful, cohesive results.

Skills & Experience:

Experience: 5-10 years in a senior creative role, with experience in team leadership and project management.

Creative Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a creative team, delivering strategic and visually engaging campaigns.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and familiarity with UI/UX tools like Figma. Knowledge of no-code platforms (e.g., Webflow) and AI tools (e.g., Midjourney, Adobe Firefly, Runway) is a plus.

Strategic Insight: Strong understanding of creative guidelines, editorial strategy, and campaign processes, with skills in competitive analysis and audience targeting.

Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to present ideas effectively to clients, team members, and stakeholders. Proficiency in Arabic is a plus.

Why Join Zia?

Competitive Salary: Fair compensation based on experience—your talent will be valued!

Global Impact: Work with top brands and build a portfolio that resonates internationally.

Diverse Team: Collaborate with 10+ nationalities, each bringing unique perspectives.

Innovation & Growth: Embrace new tools and technologies to keep at the cutting edge of the industry.

Creative Leadership: Contribute to projects that shape creative development in the GCC.

Generous Vacation: Enjoy four weeks off to recharge and stay inspired.

Recruitment Process:

1 Virtual Interview: 45-minutes with our Management team.

2 Skills Showcase: Complete a remote task or share samples of your work.

3 Final Interview: An in-person meeting and, potentially, a job offer!

Join us and shape the future of creativity!

If you’re genuinely interested in this role, please send an email directly to our Agency Director, Charlotte, at charlotte [a] zianetwork [dt] com. In your message, explain why you believe you’re the ideal candidate for this position, and be sure to include:

• Your updated resume
• Your portfolio or sample work
• Answers to the following screening questions:

Screening Questions – Creative Director

• Are you currently based in Dubai, UAE?
• How many years of experience do you have in creative leadership (agency or brand-side)?
• Please share a link to your portfolio or case studies showcasing your work across campaigns, branding, and integrated projects.
• Have you led and managed a multidisciplinary creative team before? If yes, how many team members and what functions (design, copy, video, digital, etc.)?
• Can you share an example of a campaign or project where you developed the creative strategy and oversaw execution from concept to delivery?
• How do you approach balancing bold, innovative creative ideas with client expectations and cultural sensitivities in the GCC?
• Which industries or sectors have you worked with most extensively (e.g., government, corporate, lifestyle, FMCG, automotive)?
• Do you have experience presenting creative concepts directly to clients and senior stakeholders?
• How do you stay updated with global creative trends, tools, and technologies (e.g., AI, digital innovation, experiential campaigns)?
• What is your current notice period and earliest availability to join?
• What are your salary expectations for this role?

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From AED15,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Abu Dhabi: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Have you reviewed the full job post and submitted all required documents, including your responses to the screening questions, via email?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Graphic Design: 7 years (Required)
• Creative Direction: 5 years (Required)
• Art Direction: 5 years (Required)
• Creative Visualization: 5 years (Required)

Language:

• Arabic (Required)
• English (Required)

Location:

• Abu Dhabi (Preferred)