Art Director

Job Summary 

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead the creation of original, engaging visual concepts that
  align with project and campaign strategies and client visions.
  
• Develop and articulate a clear vision for the visual aspects
  of projects, ensuring they meet the creative brief and exceed client
  expectations.
  
• Transform conceptual ideas into concrete designs, preparing
  storyboards, sketches, moodboards, and layouts for approval.
  
• Oversee the entire design process, from initial concept to
  final execution, ensuring consistency and alignment with the creative vision.
  
• Direct and support the creative team in crafting artwork,
  design files, and visual materials, ensuring the highest quality and
  consistency.
  
• Implement and maintain quality assurance processes to ensure
  all visual outputs meet the highest standards of excellence.
  
• Work alongside the Creative Director and Traffic Manager to
  ensure a cohesive approach to project management and creative execution.
  
• Foster effective communication within the creative team and
  with other departments to ensure smooth project workflows.
  
• Stay ahead of visual trends and incorporate contemporary
  design practices to keep the agency’s work fresh and relevant.
  
• Regularly update the team on new trends and technologies to
  maintain a competitive edge in the industry.
  
• Serve as a mentor to creative talents within the team,
  nurturing their skills and fostering their professional growth.
  
• Provide constructive feedback and guidance to help team
  members develop their design capabilities.
  
• Review and integrate feedback from the client services team,
  clients, and the creative team, refining designs and visuals to meet the
  highest standards of quality.
  
• Lead the collaborative refinement of designs by
  incorporating feedback from various stakeholders.
  
• Ensure all visual elements align with brand guidelines and
  client expectations.
  
• Maintain consistency in visual branding across all projects
  and campaigns.
  
• Persuasively present creative concepts to stakeholders,
  clearly articulating the vision and strategy behind the designs.
  
• Develop compelling presentations that effectively
  communicate design ideas and solutions.
  
• Execute certain creative projects from initial concept to
  final delivery, ensuring all deliverables are completed within given deadlines.
  
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely
  delivery of high -quality work.
  
• Collaborate with external agencies and vendors to ensure the
  successful execution of design projects.
  
• Maintain strong relationships with external partners to
  enhance project outcomes.
  
• Implement and leverage AI tools to enhance the creative
  process from ideation to execution.
  
• Utilize AI to analyze design trends, optimize workflows, and
  improve design outcomes.
  
• Stay informed about the latest AI technologies to
  incorporate them into the creative strategy and maintain a competitive edge.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or a related
  field, or an equivalent of 3 -4 years of additional hands -on experience.
  
• 7 -9 years of experience in creative fields such as graphic
  design, animation, motion graphics, 3D art, or UI/UX design.
  
• 3 -5 years of experience in a creative leadership role.
  
• Solid experience as an Art Director within a creative or
  media environment with a portfolio showcasing a wide range of projects.
  
• Proficiency in creative  software such as Adobe
  Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects) and other relevant
  creative design tools
  
• Excellent communication skills, with fluency in English and
  Arabic required; Turkish language proficiency preferred.
  
• Strong understanding of motion and design principles,
  typography, color theory, and layout design…
  
• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic team
  environment, responding to and managing constructive feedback.
  
• Strong organizational skills with the capacity to prioritize
  tasks and manage multiple projects under tight deadlines
  
• Centric initiative behaviour that keeps the
  creativity and ideas flow