Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world\'s most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group\xe2\x80\x99s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

Job Summary:

We are looking for a creative professional who combines art and technology to visually communicate ideas, information, or messages to our visitors and customers. Their primary role is to design and create visual materials using various digital and traditional tools, work with 3D designs for retail store, based on business guidelines and initiatives, actively communicate with all stakeholders of the p[projects and make sure that projects was implemented in retail stores and any other channels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conceptualizing and Designing: Generate creative ideas and concepts for visual communication, taking into consideration the target audience, brand guidelines, and project objectives. Create original designs using various software applications, including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or other relevant tools, including 3D software
• Branding and Identity: Develop and maintain consistent visual branding elements, such as logos, color schemes, typography, and visual guides for stores, to ensure a unified brand image across all communication channels.
• Production: Design and produce a wide range of materials, including retail banners and billboards, advertisements, social media graphics, presentations, and packaging designs. Adapt designs for different platforms and formats, ensuring they are optimized for print or digital display.
• Layout and Composition: Skillfully arrange visual elements, such as images, illustrations, and text, to create visually appealing and effective designs.
• Image Editing and Manipulation: Enhance or modify images using various editing techniques. Ensure that images are high quality and resolution, downloaded from suitable to business sources and websites.
• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with all marketing team, copywriters, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements, gather feedback, and incorporate necessary changes into designs.
• Stay Up-to-Date with Design Trends: Keep abreast of current design trend. Continually enhance design skills and stay innovative. Apply new techniques to improve the quality and efficiency of design work.
• Time and Project Management: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines while maintaining a high standard of quality. Effectively estimate project timelines and communicate any potential delays or challenges to relevant parties and stakeholders
• File Management and Organization: Organize design files, assets, and project documentation in a structured manner for easy retrieval and collaboration.
• Quality Control: Conduct thorough reviews of design work to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to brand visual guidelines and other projects. Proofread text and graphics for errors before finalizing designs.

Qualifications:

• Education: A bachelor\'s degree in graphic design or a related field.
• Software proficiency: Proficiency in design software is essential. Strong and professional knowledge in below software: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Sketch up, 3DMAX, Canva.
• Creativity: Need a high level of creativity to develop unique and visually appealing designs. Ability to think outside the box, generate innovative ideas, and effectively communicate concepts visually.
• Typography: Understanding typography and have knowledge of various typefaces, how to combine fonts effectively, and an understanding of legibility and readability.
• Color theory: Understand color theory, how to use color effectively in designs, require to know how colors interact, evoke emotions, and create visual impact.
• Communication skills: Strong communication skills to effectively understand and convey design requirements, receive feedback, and articulate design concepts and choices.
• Time management: Strong time management skills to organize workflow, prioritize tasks, and deliver projects on time.
• Attention to detail: Ensuring that designs and projects are precise, error-free, and consistent.

Portfolio: Having a well-curated portfolio. It should demonstrate a range of design projects and highlight ability to solve visual problems effectively.

About Al-Futtaim Retail

Al-Futtaim Retail has established itself as one of the leaders in Retail across the Middle East, Africa & Asia over the past 30 years. We have developed partnerships with some of the biggest and most respected Brands in the world including IKEA, ACE and Toys R Us in the Middle East and the Inditex Group of Brands (Zara, Mango, Bershka and P&B) across Asia. We are also one of the largest Global partners of Marks and Spencer\xe2\x80\x99s in both regions with over 75 stores offering both fashion & food options.

Most recently we have been responsible for bringing brands to the Middle East for the first time with the exciting launches of Watsons and B&Q and we aim to continue to be agile and adaptive to our markets with new launches and further development. For this to be possible we aim to recruit the best talent from all backgrounds who will continue to challenge and develop our diverse workforce which includes over 100 nationalities across 12 countries. Join us today and make a difference\xe2\x80\xa6

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