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Role Summary We are seeking a Junior Art Director based in Abu Dhabi with strong design and branding skills to support the development of high-quality visual concepts across digital, print, social, and motion channels. The ideal candidate will bring a strong eye for layout, typography, brand systems, and visual storytelling, while using AI tools confidently to enhance creative exploration and production. Animation experience is a plus.Responsibilities Support the development and execution of visual concepts across digital, print, social, presentation, and motion platforms. Create polished layouts, campaign visuals, brand assets, storyboards, and production-ready designs aligned with client and brand guidelines. Apply strong design and branding principles across typography, composition, color, hierarchy, and visual consistency. Use AI-powered design tools to support ideation, concept development, image generation, visual exploration, and workflow efficiency. Collaborate closely with senior creatives, designers, content teams, and account teams to translate briefs into compelling creative outputs. Prepare and adapt creative assets for different formats, channels, and client requirements while maintaining attention to detail. Contribute ideas during brainstorming sessions and present design thinking clearly to internal teams and stakeholders. Stay up to date with design, branding, AI, and animation trends to bring fresh creative thinking to the team.Requirements 4+ years of relevant experience in design, branding, visual communication, or a creative agency environment. Strong portfolio showcasing branding, design systems, digital assets, campaign visuals, and strong visual storytelling. AI proficiency is a must, with practical experience using AI-powered tools to support creative ideation, design development, and production efficiency. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop and Illustrator. Solid understanding of brand systems, typography, layout, visual hierarchy, and design consistency across channels. Animation or motion design experience, including tools such as After Effects or Premiere Pro, is a plus. Based in Abu Dhabi or able to work on ground in Abu Dhabi as required. Arabic-speaking candidates are required for this role. Excellent communication, collaboration, attention to detail, and time management skills. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-project environment with evolving priorities.