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Senior Art Director

VML

Department: Creative

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Requisition ID: 9205

Who We Are:

At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse. 

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences.  Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work. 

Who we’re looking for:

As a Senior Art Director at VML, you will shape the visual identity of our campaigns. Your design skills and ability to turn ideas into eye-catching visuals will engage audiences and enhance brands. In this role, you'll work with a creative team, brainstorm new ideas, and see your work come to life across different platforms.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Collaborate with the creative team to brainstorm and develop innovative concepts.
  • Generate creative ideas that align perfectly with clients' needs.
  • Deepen your understanding of clients' businesses, brands, and consumers.
  • Stay informed about the latest communication trends through ongoing research.
  • Coordinate with production to ensure the feasibility and execution of ideas.
  • Produce sketches, storyboards, and art layouts that bring creative visions to life.
  • Develop the visual appearance of campaigns, ensuring creative integrity and innovation.
  • Attend client presentations, effectively selling concepts, defending work, and incorporating feedback.
  • Attend photo shoots and recordings, ensuring adherence to creative requirements.
  • Maintain strong relationships with colleagues in the Creative and Account Management departments.
  • Present work confidently and guide discussions with clients as the role is client-facing. 

What you’ll need:  

  • Bachelor’s degree in Advertising, Graphic Design, or a related field is required.
  • 7+ years of experience in an advertising agency.
  • A solid work experience across multiple media—films, social, activations, digital, and tech.
  • Strong creative and conceptual portfolio that demonstrates versatility.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator…)
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Photographic skills are a bonus.
  • Arabic speaking is a plus.

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At VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization—creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers—who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction. 

VML is a WPP Agency. For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram, LinkedIn, and X. 

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When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.