We are Ethos, the fastest growing digital communication group in MENA. We think big and we make big ideas come to life. We are crazy about the digital world and we aim high. We are looking for talented and valued people with interesting and provocative ideas, along with bold and diverse perspectives. Our culture is all about the thriving young team of us in 4 offices around MENA, while we boldly help impact the success of  leading brands like McDonald's, Huawei, and American Express.

We are looking for a creative Art director who is deeply committed to creative visual solutions and loves the challenge of translating complex briefs into impactful concepts, and clearly communicated stunning visuals. 

You have build experience in the advertising field where you contributed in helping brands create buzz around their message, product and brand through creative advertising campaigns.

With a strong hands-on design experience, you demonstrate rigorous understanding of how to orchestrate the assets of visual expression. You will put your obsession for detail and pixel perfect execution to the test and develop stunning creative concepts that meet clients briefs and expectations.

Under the direction of a Creative Lead (CD, ACD and/or Senior Art Director), you will work on several projects at a time and will be involved in all phases of a creative project.

Responsibilities

• Leading conceptual brainstorming and visual explorations 
• Inspire and supervise creative designers to deliver pioneering ideas for print/digital
• Take work from concept to final execution within deadlines
• Translate a campaign concept into creative visual form through design, video, events, social and emerging platforms
• Development of storytelling presentations that will assist in the creation of effective campaign proposals for our client base and the winning of creative business pitches for future global clients. 
• Articulating and presenting creative ideas/treatments to team leader.

• Proven working experience as Art Director with strong Portfolio.
• Hands-on and exceptional portfolio experience in visual advertising showcasing innovative concepts and visual storytelling.
• A keen eye and broad experience in typography, icon design, photography, image manipulation and visual styles/treatments.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good presentation skills.
• Ability to solve problems.
• Good supervisory and coaching skills. 
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• Quick accurate problem solver.
• Can tolerate rapid changing design demands, and under pressure deadlines.
• Masterfully competent with Adobe Creative Suite.
• Competent with PowerPoint/Keynote/Google Slides.
• Knowledge in UI/UX and the creation of websites and mobile applications is a plus.
• A minimum of 4 years experience in art direction with a design studio or advertising agency.