Senior Graphic Designer

Responsibilities

• Lead creative development and execution of graphic design for retail marketing collateral including posters, brochures, window displays, signage, packaging and digital assets.
• Develop brand identities and logos for in-house labels and product lines; ensure consistency across all materials and channels.
• Collaborate with marketing, visual merchandising and store operations to translate seasonal campaigns into in-store and outdoor graphics.
• Manage large-format print production: pre-press checks, color management, proofing, vendor coordination and final delivery.
• Produce Photoshop/Illustrator-based presentations and mockups for campaigns and stakeholder reviews.
• Maintain and troubleshoot design hardware and large-format printers when required.
• Mentor junior designers and provide creative guidance to internal teams and external vendors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field (preferred).
• 5+ years experience in graphic design, preferably in retail or fashion.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating branding, print and large-format work.
• Expert proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Knowledge of pre-press, color profiles and large-format printing workflows.
• Strong typography, color theory and layout skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight retail deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with motion graphics and video tools (After Effects, Premiere Pro).
• Familiarity with Figma or Sketch for digital asset workflows.
• Experience working in a multi-brand retail environment.
• Knowledge of digital asset management systems and UX principles for digital marketing assets.
• Prior experience mentoring or supervising design staff.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Health insurance and potential family coverage.
• Annual leave in line with UAE labour standards.
• Visa sponsorship and processing support for expatriate hires.
• Professional development opportunities and training support.
• Employee discounts across company retail brands.
• Transportation/subsidy allowances and end-of-service benefits as applicable.

About the Company

Apparel Group is a major retail operator in the Middle East with a portfolio of international fashion and lifestyle brands. The company operates a large network of stores across the UAE and region, offering dynamic, fast-paced retail marketing and creative opportunities for designers who thrive in seasonal campaign-driven environments. The Senior Graphic Designer will join the marketing/creative team to help shape brand experience across stores and campaigns throughout the UAE.