Lead Designer / Art Director

EGMA is a leading innovator in ophthalmic lenses, revolutionizing vision care with precision and passion. Our mission is to empower optical businesses to see the future clearly and provide cutting-edge solutions in the eye care industry.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Lead Designer / Art Director in Dubai. The role involves overseeing design projects, leading a team of designers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure creative alignment with business goals. The Lead Designer / Art Director will be responsible for conceptualizing and creating visual designs, providing art direction, and maintaining brand consistency across all projects.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead and manage design projects from initial concept through final delivery, ensuring high-quality creative output at every stage.
2. Collaborate with project managers, developers, and stakeholders to ensure designs meet both business and technical requirements.
3. Develop and maintain the visual identity and design systems of the brand, ensuring consistency across all digital and physical touchpoints.
4. Mentor and guide junior designers, fostering a collaborative environment that supports their professional growth.
5. Produce design assets across various media including web, mobile, print, and social media.
6. Create mood boards, storyboards, and prototypes to effectively communicate design concepts to clients and internal teams.
7. Provide art direction throughout the design process, ensuring that the creative vision is consistently realized.
8. Stay up to date with the latest industry trends, best practices, and emerging design technologies.
9. Present design concepts and progress to stakeholders, incorporating feedback to refine and improve final outputs.
10. Work closely with developers to ensure seamless integration of designs into the final product.
11. Ensure that all design work is delivered on time, within scope, and in alignment with strategic goals.

Key Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in graphic design, Fine Arts, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
2. A minimum of 5-7 years of design experience, with at least 2-3 years in a leadership role such as Art Director or Senior Designer.
3. Proven experience working in industries such as tech, e-commerce, or optical design (worked in fast paced industry).
4. Familiarity with HTML/CSS, UX/UI principles, and web development is a plus.
5. Advanced proficiency in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Sketch, Figma, etc.
6. Experience using project management software and design collaboration tools to guide creative teams and ensure successful project delivery.
7. Strong portfolio demonstrates a wide range of creative projects and a proven ability to execute design concepts across various mediums.
8. Experience managing and directing design teams while collaborating effectively across departments.

Desired Attributes:

1. A creative thinker with a strong sense of aesthetics and meticulous attention to detail.
2. Exceptional leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams.
3. Proactive and self-driven, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and complex challenges.
4. Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate creative ideas and provide constructive feedback.