Job purpose:

At Atlantis, we exist to bring the extraordinary to every holiday and experience through connection, empowerment, precision, care and warmth. Inspired by the majesty and mystery of the ocean, Atlantis resorts are unique destinations full of life, wonder and surprise, where we seek to exceed our guests’ expectations at every possible turn.

Atlantis Dubai is an iconic entertainment destination comprised of two world-class resorts; Atlantis, The Palm and Atlantis, The Royal; offering an unbeatable opportunity for you to grow and develop in your career. With a sense of exhilaration and discovery, we create unforgettable memories by providing guests the opportunity to discover an extraordinary world filled with thrilling adventures. Whether we are designing a couple’s retreat or serving the extraordinary in one of our award-winning celebrity chef restaurants, we approach everything with imagination to spark a sense of courage, inspiration and innovation. This is not simply our job, it’s our passion.

About The Role

As Executive Creative Director at Atlantis Dubai you will be at the helm of our creative vision, responsible for shaping and executing cutting-edge creative strategies that elevate our brands. You will lead and inspire a talented team of creatives, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. Your expertise will be instrumental in driving our brands' growth and reputation for groundbreaking work. Your role will be pivotal in shaping the creative direction of Atlantis and driving its success. The ability to balance creative excellence with strategic thinking, brand team relationships, and team leadership is essential to excel in this role.

The ideal candidate for the position should possess a unique blend of creativity, leadership, strategic thinking, and business acumen. They are the driving force behind the brand’s creative vision and play a critical role in shaping its success.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Creative Leadership: Provide visionary leadership and creative direction to the team, overseeing the development of innovative concepts, campaigns, and designs.
• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and inspire a diverse team of creatives, including creative director, designers, copywriter, and other creative professionals, fostering collaboration and professional growth. Collaborate with creative teams to brainstorm ideas and push the boundaries of creativity. Encourage a culture of innovation and experimentation within the creative team, fostering an environment where new ideas are welcomed and tested.
• Campaign Strategy: Develop and execute creative strategies that align with brand objectives, ensuring brand consistency and a compelling, engaging customer experience.
• Trend Analysis: Stay up to date of industry trends and emerging creative technologies, infusing fresh ideas and innovation into our work.
• Utilise market research and trend analysis to inform creative strategies and keep campaigns fresh and relevant.
• Quality Assurance: Oversee the creative review process, ensuring that all work is aligned with project objectives.
• Maintain the highest standards of quality, ensuring that all creative work meets or exceeds brand expectations and standards.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with brand directors and managers on strategy to deliver integrated creative solutions that address client needs comprehensively.
• Performance Evaluation: Establish KPIs and metrics to measure the effectiveness of creative campaigns and regularly evaluate and report on campaign performance, making data-driven recommendations for improvements.

Skills, Experience & Educational Requirements:

• Proven experience (10+ years) in a senior creative leadership role within an advertising agency or creative organisation
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and mentor a creative team.
• Strategic mindset, with the ability to align creative efforts with business goals.
• Proficiency in industry-standard creative software and tools
• Ability to envision and drive ground-breaking creative concepts and strategies.
• Work effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and concepts persuasively.

Join a team that is adventurous, creative, warm-hearted and extroverted. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.

JOB TITLE: Executive Creative Director
CONTRACT: Full-time, Permanent
DEPARTMENT: Management
LOCATION: Dubai

A Workplace Like No Other

At Atlantis, our purpose is to deliver the Extraordinary to every holiday and experience. It is at the heart of everything we do. To us, Extraordinary is larger than life. Inspired by the majesty and mystery of the ocean, Atlantis resorts are unique destinations full of life, wonder and surprise, where we seek to exceed our guests’ expectations at every possible turn.

Find The Right Opportunity For You

Join a team that is adventurous, creative, warm-hearted and extroverted. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.

Why work with us

World Leading Accommodations
Our world-class accommodation in Jumeirah Village Circle provides comfortable living facilities conveniently located in close proximity to dining and entertainment facilities.

State-Of-The-Art Sports Facilities
Our home away from home has indoor and outdoor state-of-the-art sports facilities and a fully equipped gym.

Recreational Activities
Our facilities offer a Kids Club for our Colleagues' children, prayer rooms, training rooms, and an internet café.

Competitive Discounts
All our Colleagues get generous discounts within all our resorts on hotel stays, restaurants, waterpark and entertainment.

Colleague Wellbeing
All our Colleagues and their families are invited to hundreds of health, sports and social events - national day celebrations, sports tournaments, talent and BBQ nights - forming an integral part of our community building ethos.

Medical Insurance
We are proudly providing all our Colleagues with medical insurance which exceeds all other companies within the hospitality industry in the UAE.

Talent Development
We offer a structured and comprehensive framework which promotes in-house training, performance management and career development, providing each Colleague with a tailored career journey which is continually evolving.

Diversity & Inclusion
We celebrate the diversity of our Colleagues who hail from 85+ countries across the globe. Each one of us is uniquely authentic.

Work-Life Balance
We value the time that you spend with us, but it is equally important that you spend time to recharge and re-energise. We give you time off and competitive allowances which may be used for holidays, vacations or other occasions.

OUR BRANDS

People are at the heart of everything we do. At Kerzner International, our vision is to create Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories for our guests at all our resorts. A leading global developer and operator of destination resorts, ultra-luxury hotels and residences, innovative entertainment and gaming experiences, and immersive lifestyle destinations, we operate four distinctive brands – Atlantis Resorts and Residences, One&Only Resorts, Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort and SIRO Hotels.

RARE FINDS HOTELS & RESORTS
A collection of hotels and resorts that bring the essence of a destination to the forefront, their proximity to rich cultures offering distinctly humbling journeys of incredible discovery.

SIRO
SIRO – based on the brand pillars of Strength, Inclusive, Reflection and Original – invites travellers to aspire to live at their fullest potential through a specialised blend of hospitality, fitness, and wellness; an immersive lifestyle destination.

ATLANTIS RESORTS
Inspired by the ocean, Atlantis The Palm rises majestically out of the sea, showcasing a dazzling, imaginative world of discovery, exploration and fun for all ages.

ONE&ONLY RESORTS
One of the top five hotel brands in the world, One&Only Resorts define ultra-luxury. Each award-winning resort celebrates its destination.

MAZAGAN BEACH & GOLF RESORT
Where Moroccan tradition meets adventure, Mazagan offers something for everyone.

Additional Requirements

• Proven experience (10+ years)
• Excellent verbal and written comms
• Senior creative leadership role