Creative Studio Manager - Events

At OMQ, the Creative Studio Manager – Events plays a pivotal role in leading and managing the creative studio responsible for all event-related visual and experiential outputs. The role ensures that creative concepts are translated into high-quality, impactful designs and assets that align with each project’s creative direction, brand identity, and event objectives.

Working closely with senior leadership, Art Directors, and cross-functional teams, the Creative Studio Manager oversees creative execution, studio operations, and team performance to deliver outstanding event experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the creative studio for all event projects, ensuring consistent quality and creative excellence.
• Oversee the development and execution of event branding, stage visuals, signage, screens, print materials, presentations, and communication assets.
• Ensure all creative outputs align with OMQ’s brand identity, creative vision, and client requirements.
• Coordinate closely with Art Directors, designers, concept, production, and marketing teams to ensure integrated creative delivery.
• Manage studio workflows, schedules, and resource allocation across multiple concurrent event projects.
• Review, approve, and guide creative deliverables to ensure accuracy, innovation, and production readiness.
• Mentor and supervise creative team members, supporting skill development and performance growth.
• Establish and maintain studio processes, creative guidelines, and quality control standards.
• Identify opportunities for creative innovation, new technologies, and design enhancements within event experiences.
• Stay updated with event design trends, creative tools, materials, and production techniques.
• Ensure adherence to project timelines, budgets, and delivery standards.
  
  
  

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Fine Arts, Event Design, or a related field.
• Minimum 8–10 years of professional experience in creative studios, event agencies, or experiential design environments.
• Proven experience in managing creative teams and overseeing large-scale event or brand projects.
• Strong understanding of event design workflows, production processes, and on-ground event execution.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects) and relevant presentation or visualization tools.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
• Strategic and creative mindset with attention to detail and execution quality.
• Native Arabic speaker with very good English proficiency, particularly in creative, technical, and production terminology.