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 role is permanently based in Dubai, UAE.
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
* Own and define the brand’s creative vision across campaigns, content, packaging, digital, and retail touchpoints
* Lead all creative and marketing activity, ensuring consistency, quality, and brand integrity
* Translate brand strategy into clear creative direction for freelancers, agencies, and future in-house teams
* Work hands-on with external partners in the initial phase
* Build, structure, and scale an in-house creative and marketing function over time
* Oversee storytelling, visual identity, and campaign concepts across GCC and future global markets
* Partner closely with founders and leadership on brand evolution and market expansion
* Ensure creative output supports commercial objectives, launch timelines, and growth targets
Ideal Profile
* 3–5+ years’ experience in a creative leadership role (Creative Director, Art Director, Senior Art Director, or similar)
* Background in luxury, beauty, fragrance, fashion, or premium consumer brands strongly preferred
* Experience within creative agencies, production studios, or in-house brand teams
* Strong portfolio demonstrating brand-led, concept-driven work
* Comfortable working both strategically and hands-on in an early-stage environment
* Capable of building teams and creative processes from scratch
* Energetic, driven, and resilient with a startup mindset
* Arabic and English bilingual skills preferred but not essential
* Open to regional and international candidates; European luxury experience is a plus