6 Art Director jobs in Bahrain

About the Role

We’re looking for a creative powerhouse who can do both words and visuals. As our Content and Design Specialist you’ll be responsible for bringing our brand to life across social media platforms through compelling visuals and engaging copy. You’ll take ownership of our content—from ideation to execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and produce high-quality, on-brand visual content for social media channels.
• Write engaging captions and post copy tailored to each platform and audience.
• Collaborate with the marketing team on content calendars and campaign planning.
• Conceptualize and create visual assets for other marketing needs (e.g., presentations, banners, brochures, email graphics, etc.).
• Stay up to date with social media trends and platform best practices.
• Maintain a consistent look and feel across all digital content.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong graphic design skills with a solid portfolio (Adobe Suite, Canva, Figma, etc.).
• Excellent command of written English and proven copywriting skills.
• Comfortable being featured in social media content.
• Experience managing or contributing to brand social media accounts.
• Eye for detail, layout, and brand consistency.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Basic motion graphics or video editing skills are a big plus (After Effects, Premiere, etc.).

Bonus Points For

• Photography or videography skills.
• Experience working in fintech, tech, or innovation-led industries.
• Arabic language proficiency.

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Job Category: Graphic Design & Video Editing

Job Type: Full Time

Job Location: Bahrain

Job Description

We are seeking a versatile and creative professional currently based in Bahrain, with expertise in graphic design, photography, videography, and video editing. You will work closely with our Digital Marketing Director to develop high-quality visual content that supports our brand and marketing initiatives. This role is ideal for someone with a strong design sensibility, storytelling ability, and the drive to manage multiple creative tasks efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Design compelling graphics for print and digital media (brochures, social media, website).
• Capture and edit high-resolution photos and videos of boats and floating structures.
• Direct and produce video content for product showcases and promotional campaigns.
• Collaborate with the Digital Marketing Director to ensure creative output aligns with brand standards and campaign goals.
• Meet content delivery timelines and maintain consistency across all materials.
  
  

• Must be currently available in Bahrain.
• Proven experience in graphic design, photography, videography, and video editing.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Lightroom).
• A strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in design and video projects.
• Experience with 3D design tools is a plus.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects with attention to detail.
• Strong storytelling skills and visual communication sense.
• Supportive, team-oriented attitude.
  
  

Job Title: Lecturer in Graphic Design

Department: Mass Communication and Public Relations

Program: Bachelor’s degree in mass communication.

College: Administrative and Financial Science

Introduction: The bachelor's in media program at the Gulf University is designed to develop media competencies for students who wish to work in media fields by developing their knowledge and professional skills. The program also targets students with some previous experience in the media.

The program rationale is to provide students with the required knowledge in the media, radio and television, journalism, and public relations fields by following a multidisciplinary approach and professional practices that follow an orderly sequence of modules. These modules allow developing students' knowledge and understanding by focusing on communication theories, history, linguistics, communication technology, social sciences, journalism, media, public relations, and research. The students' skills will be enhanced by studying a wide range of courses that balance knowledge, application, specialized skills, critical and creative thinking, general skills, and graduation projects.

• A Master’s degree in graphic design from an accredited university is required.
• A TOT Professional certificate from Adobe is desirable.
• Membership of a Media and Mass communication professional body is desirable.

• A minimum of two years of experience in teaching different graphic design courses (in the specialization and other related courses).
• A minimum of three years of relevant industrial experience in the field of specialization.
• Experience in developing course specifications as per the National Qualification Framework and international accreditation standards.
• Experience in utilizing different software relevant to the Media specialization.

• Ability to create and maintain effective work relationships with staff.
• Ability to develop teaching curriculum and manage quality enhancement in the higher education environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Solid research experience in the field of specialization.
• Ability to teach both in Arabic and English language.

• Teaching and learning: must be able to deliver classes for different levels of the program's specialization domains.
• Contribute to different committees at college and university levels that support the achievement of the program mission.
• Research engagement: must be engaged in different research and scholarly activities related to the specialization field.
• Community engagement: contributes to different community engagement activities organized by the college and university.

• Application Form.
• Copy of earned credential (BSc, Master, and PhD).
• Current Curriculum Vitae.
• Cover letter.
• Teaching, learning, and research philosophy.
• Three referees' contact information (email as well their telephone numbers).
• Any additional documentation that you feel is relevant to your application.