art director

Huda Beauty

<div>Who We Are: At Huda Beauty, our Vision is to lead in creating a democratized beauty industry where power is given back to people to define, create, and enjoy beauty for themselves! Launched by award-winning beauty powerhouse Huda Kattan in 2013, Huda Beauty is one of the world&rsquo;s fastest-growing beauty brands. As a company, we are fueled by purpose and not profit; this allows us to approach things differently so that we can create products, content, and a community like no other. A lot has changed since our launch in 2013, but something that will forever remain at the core of Huda Beauty is our focus on business excellence and our unwavering passion for kindness!
Summary: We are looking for an Art Director who can translate a visionary founder&rsquo;s aesthetic into a clear, operational creative system. You will shape our brand world, design our most important campaigns and retail moments, and ensure cohesive, elevated execution across the business. This role is highly hands-on, fast-paced, and central to defining our creative identity. 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Founder Vision Translation &amp; Creative System<ul>
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Work closely with the founder to understand, interpret, and articulate aesthetic direction.</li>
<li>Codify the founder&rsquo;s vision into a formal art direction system (visual, storytelling, sensory cues) used across the organization.</li>
<li>Build a consistent creative framework that elevates brand expression across all touchpoints.</li>
</ul>
Creative Direction for 360 Brand Moments<ul>
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Translate founder&rsquo;s vision into creatives for campaigns, visual merchandising, events, and collaborations.</li>
<li>Develop moodboards, storyboards, shot lists, and narrative concepts that bring the vision to life.</li>
<li>Oversee photography, video, motion, and set direction, ensuring premium and coherent execution.</li>
</ul>
Craft &amp; Pipeline Leadership<ul>
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Own end-to-end creative development for key brand moments, from concept to final delivery.</li>
<li>Collaborate with internal teams (Creative Director, VM, Founder&rsquo;s team) to operationalize creative systems and streamline execution.</li>
<li>Manage external creative partners and agencies, ensuring output aligns with founder direction and brand standards.</li>
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Creative Quality &amp; Consistency<ul>
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Ensure all brand expressions are elevated, consistent, and reflective of the founder&rsquo;s vision.</li>
<li>Maintain high standards across visual assets, campaign quality, and retail impact.</li>
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Success factors<ul>
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Alignment with founder vision.</li>
<li>Efficient creative pipeline.</li>
<li>Elevated campaign and retail impact.</li>
<li>Strong brand consistency and differentiation.</li>
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Requirements<ul>
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8&ndash;10+ years in creative, branding, or advertising roles, ideally with beauty, fashion, or luxury exposure.</li>
<li>Strong craft across campaign art direction, photography/video direction, storyboarding, motion, and 3D/retail.</li>
<li>Experienced in managing creative pipelines and agencies.</li>
<li>High EQ, adaptable, low ego, and thrives in founder-led, high-ownership environments.</li>
<li>Editorial, modern aesthetic sensibility with strong social culture awareness.</li>
</ul>
Benefits<ul><li>
Monthly &ldquo;Self Love Days&rdquo; &ndash; at company discretion</li></ul><ul>
<li>Premium Medical/Dental/Vision coverage for employee plus dependents</li>
<li>Monthly coaching sessions with our in-house Success Coach</li>
<li>Employee discounts on all Huda Beauty products</li>
<li>Quarterly product gifting</li>
</ul>
Huda Beauty is committed to building diverse and inclusive teams and upholding an equal employment workplace that is free from discrimination. We hire stellar individuals regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, medical conditions, disability, or veteran status. If you need reasonable accommodations at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.</div>

Art Director

Saatchi & Saatchi ME

<div>
 
 Company Description
 
 
 
 Saatchi &amp; Saatchi has grown from a start-up advertising agency in London in 1970 to a global creative communications company with 114 offices in 67 countries and over 6500 employees. Saatchi &amp; Saatchi is part of the Publicis Groupe, the world&rsquo;s third largest communications group We are a full service, integrated communications network and we work with 6 of the top 10 and over half of the top 50 global advertisers. We&rsquo;re in the business of getting people to fall in love with our clients&rsquo; products and services. We have an unshakeable spirit and unbeatable attitude that Nothing is Impossible, a concept we apply to all our clients and work. We believe in effecting positive change through creativity, always. While we seek out the most brilliant minds to help us on our quest, we&rsquo;re also passionate about nurturing the best talent from within. Which is why when you join us, your journey can be one of continuous evolution.
 
 
 
 Overview
 
 
 
 The role is for someone who is a solid designer, one with a unique design eye, highly skilled with photo manipulation and compositing to conceptualize and craft unexpected visual approaches. This position requires someone to create visual solutions that convince clients, prospects, talent, and the marketplace to engage with our brand.
 
 
 Develop creative ideas that meet both our client's objectives as well as our business objectives, maintaining the company&rsquo;s expected levels of creative excellence and professionalism
 
 
 Manage multiple projects from concept through to completion, working with both in-house resources and third-party vendors
 
 
 Create and design visuals across a wide range of on and offline channels
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Main Tasks
 
 
 
 
 Technical &amp; Product
 
 
 
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 Has strong technical design skills across a variety of programs.
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 Understands the &ldquo;best in class&rdquo; use of each platform. Knows what it means to be making something interesting, engaging, and creative in the world today.
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 Ability to concept innovative ideas and tactics that people will talk about. Always envisioning the potential outcomes of each idea
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 Create and design visuals across a wide range of on and offline channels
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 Create in-brand layouts and experiences by applying graphic design principles such as colour, typography, the photographic selection that create a compelling and visually attractive story for audiences
 
 
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 Business Acumen &amp; Operational Efficiency
 
 
 
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 Naturally well organized and unfazed when working towards deadlines
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 Have a sense of teamwork, and want to be part of a group of colleagues who take care of themselves, value themselves, and respect each other.
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 Ease to express creative ideas clearly and concisely.
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 Understand communication as an integrated &ldquo;whole&rdquo; and not as something on / off.
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 Adobe CC domain and web design and adobe premiere knowledge for the assembly of audiovisual models.
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 Any level of Motion graphic skills.
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 Demonstrable experience creating and designing offline and online campaigns.
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 High level of involvement, commitment, and responsibility.
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 Knowledge of interactive exteriors, websites, e-mailings, landings, campaigns on RRSS Instagram, Facebook, etc.
 
 
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 Innovative &amp; Analytical Mindset
 
 
 
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 Ideate, craft, and execute original and iconic creative concepts in response to client briefs, objectives, or goals
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 Is responsible for the proper placement, context, and meaning of every image and graphic element within a creative assignment
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 Develop creative ideas that meet both our client's objectives as well as our business objectives, maintaining the company&rsquo;s expected levels of creative excellence and professionalism
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 Present, share and review creative work with Executive Creative Director/s, Account Management and Planning Leads as well as members of the Management Team
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 Manage multiple projects from concept through to completion, working with both in-house resources and third-party vendors
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 Collaborate effectively with Account Management, Planning, and the broader creative team to develop disruptive and iconic work
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
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 5+ years of agency experience with primarily an Art background, including a book briming with brave ideas and outstanding craft
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 You&rsquo;re an artist. Every surface, every channel, every medium, social or otherwise, is your canvas. You&rsquo;re just where people are
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 Strong grasp of social media space and online media jargon and technology
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 Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced creative environment
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 Ability to effectively and appropriately interact with co-workers at a variety of levels, across many disciplines
 
 
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 Additional Information
 
 
 
 R-2387P-2677
</div>

Art Director (Freelancer)

Means Design

Job Title: Social Media Art Director &ndash; Strategy &amp; ProductionExperience Required: 7&ndash;8 YearsJob SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Social Media Art Director to lead the creative strategy, visual direction, and content production across all social media platforms. The ideal candidate will combine strong conceptual thinking with hands-on execution, ensuring visually compelling, performance-driven content that aligns with brand objectives and audience behavior.Key ResponsibilitiesCreative Strategy<ul><li>Develop and own the visual and creative strategy for social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, Snapchat, YouTube).</li><li>Translate brand and campaign objectives into platform-specific creative concepts.</li><li>Lead ideation for always-on content, seasonal campaigns, launches, and brand moments.</li><li>Ensure creative output aligns with brand identity, tone, and performance goals.</li></ul>Art Direction &amp; Design<ul><li>Define and maintain visual standards, mood boards, and creative guidelines.</li><li>Art direct static posts, carousels, short-form videos, reels, stories, and paid ads.</li><li>Review and approve creative assets to ensure quality, consistency, and innovation.</li><li>Stay ahead of social trends, formats, and platform best practices.</li></ul>Production &amp; Execution<ul><li>Oversee end-to-end content production: concept &rarr; shoot &rarr; edit &rarr; delivery.</li><li>Direct photoshoots and video shoots (studio and on-location).</li><li>Collaborate closely with videographers, photographers, editors, motion designers, and animators.</li><li>Ensure timely delivery of assets while managing multiple projects and deadlines.</li></ul>Required Skills &amp; Qualifications<ul><li>7&ndash;8 years of experience in art direction, social media creative, or digital content production.</li><li>Strong portfolio demonstrating social-first creative, campaigns, and video content.</li><li>Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere Pro).</li><li>Strong understanding of social media platforms, trends, and algorithms.</li><li>Experience leading shoots and managing production workflows.</li><li>Excellent visual storytelling, typography, layout, and motion design skills.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple brands or accounts simultaneously.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-time

SOCIAL MEDIA - ART DIRECTOR

lavaprints

The Art Director / Branding Designer will be responsible for shaping and evolving our brand identity, leading design initiatives, and ensuring visual consistency across all marketing, product, and communication platforms. This role blends strategic branding, design leadership, and creative direction.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Develop and maintain a strong, cohesive brand identity aligned with company vision and values.</li><li>Lead and oversee creative concepts, visual storytelling, and brand campaigns.</li><li>Collaborate closely with marketing, product, and leadership teams to translate business goals into compelling visual strategies.</li><li>Create and supervise design assets including logos, typography, color palettes, packaging, social media content, website layouts, and presentations.</li><li>Manage and mentor junior designers or external creative partners.</li><li>Present design concepts and brand strategies to stakeholders and executives.</li><li>Ensure consistency and quality across all design outputs and brand experiences.</li><li>Stay ahead of design trends, technologies, and branding best practices.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related field (or equivalent experience).</li><li>5+ years of professional experience in branding, design, or art direction.</li><li>Proven portfolio showcasing brand identity work and campaign execution.</li><li>Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and visual hierarchy.</li><li>Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Figma or similar tools.</li><li>Exceptional communication, presentation, and leadership skills.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Experience working with cross-functional teams.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>Experience working in an agency or fast-growing startup.</li><li>Motion design or video content experience is a plus.</li><li>Photography or illustration skills are a bonus.</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, Contract Contract length: 12 monthsPay: AED6,000.00 - AED8,000.00 per monthAbility to commute/relocate:<ul><li>Dubai: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>Have you led or directed a design team or branding project before?</li><li>Please provide a link to your portfolio or website showcasing branding and identity work. (Required)</li><li>Which design tools and software are you most proficient in? </li></ul>&#9744; Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) &#9744; Figma &#9744; Canva / Webflow / Other web tools &#9744; After Effects / Motion Design<ul><li>When developing a new brand identity, which steps do you follow? (Short answer)</li><li>Describe a branding or art direction project you&rsquo;re most proud of. What was your role and what made it successful? (Short answer)</li><li>How comfortable are you with presenting creative strategies and concepts to leadership or clients?</li></ul>&#9744; Very comfortable &mdash; I lead pitches regularly &#9744; Somewhat comfortable &mdash; I&rsquo;ve presented work in team settings &#9744; Not yet, but open to learning<ul><li>What type of work environment helps you do your best creative work? (Short answer)</li><li>Do you have experience with motion design, video editing, or animation? If yes, please provide samples or details. (Short answer)</li></ul>Education:<ul><li>Bachelor's (Required)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>branding and art direction: 3 years (Required)</li></ul>Language:<ul><li>English - Arabic (Preferred)</li></ul>Location:<ul><li>Dubai (Preferred)</li></ul>

Art Director / Branding Designer

MCG Talent

<div>
 
 A premium, early-stage fragrance house with ambitious GCC and international expansion plans is seeking a
 
 Creative Director
 
 to lead and define its brand from the ground up.
 
 
 
 
 
 This is a
 
 foundational hire
 
 for a high-growth business. The role is ideal for a creative leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys building rather than maintaining, and is comfortable operating hands-on while shaping long-term creative strategy.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Role
 
 
 
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 Own and define the brand&rsquo;s creative vision across campaigns, content, packaging, digital, and retail touchpoints
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 Lead all creative and marketing activity, ensuring consistency, quality, and brand integrity
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 Translate brand strategy into clear creative direction for freelancers, agencies, and future in-house teams
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 Work hands-on with external partners in the initial phase
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 Build, structure, and scale an in-house creative and marketing function over time
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 Oversee storytelling, visual identity, and campaign concepts across GCC and future global markets
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 Partner closely with founders and leadership on brand evolution and market expansion
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 Ensure creative output supports commercial objectives, launch timelines, and growth targets
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 Ideal Profile
 
 
 
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 3&ndash;5+ years&rsquo; experience in a creative leadership role (Creative Director, Art Director, Senior Art Director, or similar)
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 Background in
 
 luxury, beauty, fragrance, fashion, or premium consumer brands
 
 strongly preferred
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 Experience within creative agencies, production studios, or in-house brand teams
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 Strong portfolio demonstrating brand-led, concept-driven work
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 Comfortable working both strategically and hands-on in an early-stage environment
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 Capable of building teams and creative processes from scratch
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 Energetic, driven, and resilient with a startup mindset
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 Arabic and English bilingual skills preferred but not essential
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 Open to regional and international candidates; European luxury experience is a plus
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 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Creative Director (Luxury/Fashion/Perfume)

XTRA GATE LLC

Luxury Holding Group &ndash; Gold, Diamonds, Jewellery, Blockchain, AI, Digital Assets Our Holding Company operates across gold mining, refining, gold bars and coins, B2B and retail distribution, natural and lab-grown diamonds, high-end jewellery manufacturing, blockchain technology, digital-asset and crypto trading, and AI-driven platforms.We are seeking a highly talented, imaginative, and perfection-driven Creative Director / Senior Graphic Designer to elevate our brand presence to international luxury standards.ROLE OVERVIEW We require a visionary creative mind capable of transforming management concepts into elite branding, digital experiences, and world-class corporate identity. The candidate must be self-driven, innovative, and capable of producing luxury content with precision and taste.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES<ul><li>Lead the creative direction for all subsidiaries and brands within the Group</li></ul><ul><li>Develop luxury branding systems across gold, diamonds, jewellery, blockchain, and AI divisions</li></ul><ul><li>Build corporate brand identities aligned with global institutional standards</li></ul><ul><li>Create brochures, investment presentations, KYC/Compliance documentation, and corporate decks</li></ul><ul><li>Design and enhance websites, digital platforms, and online presence with animations and motion graphics</li></ul><ul><li>Develop packaging, brand books, iconography, and premium marketing materials</li></ul><ul><li>Innovate new visual concepts to elevate the Group&rsquo;s global presence</li></ul><ul><li>Translate management vision into high-end creative outputs</li></ul><ul><li>Ensure visual consistency across all brands and digital channels</li></ul><ul><li>Manage multiple design projects with accuracy, discipline, and attention to detail</li></ul>REQUIRED SKILLS &amp; QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite</li></ul><ul><li>Experience in luxury branding, jewellery, fashion, or high-end corporate design &bull; Strong digital design and UI/UX capabilities</li></ul><ul><li>Excellent skills in typography, color theory, and luxury layout composition</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to create animations, motion graphics, and interactive content</li></ul><ul><li>Experience producing world-class presentations and investor decks</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to design complete corporate identity systems</li></ul><ul><li>Strong artistic vision combined with technical execution</li></ul><ul><li>Self-motivated, disciplined, and detail-oriented</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to work under pressure and deliver premium outputs</li></ul>OPTIONAL (ADDED ADVANTAGE): DEVELOPMENT SKILLSCandidates with development skills will have an advantage:<ul><li>Ability to convert designs into responsive websites</li></ul><ul><li>Knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and animation libraries</li></ul><ul><li>Experience building landing pages, dashboards, or digital platforms</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to deliver both design + development end-to-end</li></ul>Job Type: Full-time

Creative Director

minimalist

<div>About us
Minimalist.ae is a local brand founded in 2016 in Dubai that designs and manufactures elegant, high-quality watches, jewelry, handbags, perfumes, and leather goods designed to enhance personal style. With two stores now open in the UAE, we focus on simple yet sophisticated designs, with specifically our Arabic numeral watches being known for their timeless appeal. Minimalist believes in simplicity and uses only the finest materials to produce beautiful and durable items, combining elegant design with excellent quality. 
The Role
As a Creative Director, you will lead the creative vision of the brand across all digital and social media platforms. You will oversee concept development that reflect Minimalist&rsquo;s brand identity and resonate with our audience. Working closely with the marketing and design team, you will ensure a cohesive visual direction across campaigns, product launches, and brand storytelling. 
Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Lead creative direction and oversee all brand visuals across digital and social media channels.</li><li>
Plan, conceptualize, and execute engaging content for platforms including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.</li><li>
Oversee video production and editing, from concept to final cut ensuring strong aesthetic consistency and brand alignment.</li><li>
Manage social media visual strategy, ensuring a consistent and distinctive brand tone.</li><li>
Collaborate with the marketing team to develop creative concepts for campaigns and product launches.</li><li>
Stay up to date with emerging digital trends, styles, and content formats.</li><li>
Supervise creative assets including graphic design, motion, and promotional materials.</li><li>
Mentor and guide designers, content creators, editors to maintain high creative standards.</li></ul> 
As an ideal candidate, you will have:<ul><li>
2&ndash;5 years of experience in a social media, content, or brand/marketing, creative direction role in the UAE, ideally in fashion, lifestyle, or eCommerce.</li><li>
A strong understanding of brand aesthetics and storytelling in the digital space.</li><li>
Experience managing social platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, Facebook) and executing content/marketing calendars.</li><li>
Hands-on experience with Klaviyo, G-Suite, and social media scheduling tools (e.g. Hootsuite).</li><li>
Experience with Adobe Suite, or other creative tools.</li><li>
Strong English communication skills (written &amp; spoken); Arabic language skills are a strong plus.</li><li>
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Design, Visual Arts, Media, or a related field preferred. 
What we offer<ul><li>
Competitive salary with performance-based incentives;</li><li>
UAE visa and permits;</li><li>
Health insurance;</li><li>
Annual flight ticket allowances</li><li>
Growth and long-term development opportunities;</li><li>
Long-term perspective in a rapidly expanding, future-oriented organization;</li><li>
An engaging and challenging work environment with a motivated &amp; professional team of specialists.</li></ul></li></ul></div>

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