What Jobs are available for Creative Management in Bahrain?

About Khosh Fkra Media (KFM)
Khosh Fkra Media ) was founded in 2020 with a vision to transform the digital landscape. Today, we've grown into a 70+ strong team, and our platforms reach over 12 million people across the GCC every month.

We're best known for our captivating shortform content and community-first approach, spotlighting stories that matter and tapping into the culture that moves people. We thrive on collaboration, hustle, and big ideas all driven by a young, dynamic team that doesn't believe in boundaries. Our clients span industries like finance, automotive, hospitality, and F&B, making every project a new adventure.

The Role: Creative Director
The
Creative Director
is at the heart of KFM's creative powerhouse, driving concept innovation, and ensuring every campaign inspires and connects. You'll shape the creative direction across projects, balancing artistry and strategy to deliver exceptional work that pushes the brand and our clients forward.

If you're someone who leads with vision, thrives on collaboration, and lives for breakthrough ideas, this role is your stage.

A Day in the Life

• Creative Strategy: Develop and implement creative strategies that align with client objectives and bring bold, culture driven ideas to life.
• Concept Development: Lead the ideation and development of high impact campaigns across digital platforms, pushing creative boundaries while staying true to the brand voice.
• Client Collaboration: Partner with clients to understand their goals, present creative concepts, and translate strategic objectives into powerful visual and written storytelling.
• Campaign Execution: Oversee large-scale campaign rollouts, ensuring seamless integration across teams and maintaining creative excellence from concept to delivery.
• Brand Consistency: Safeguard brand identity across all touchpoints, ensuring quality and cohesion in every creative output.
• Trend Analysis: Stay ahead of industry trends, creative technologies, and audience insights to keep KFM's creative direction fresh and forward-thinking.
• Project Management: Balance multiple projects, prioritize deadlines, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality work.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in a Creative Director or senior creative leadership role within the media, advertising, or digital content industry.
• Strong creative vision and the ability to turn ideas into compelling campaigns across platforms.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills; capable of inspiring and elevating creative teams.
• Exceptional communication and presentation abilities — confident in pitching ideas, leading discussions, and giving constructive feedback.
• In-depth understanding of content trends, storytelling techniques, and digital media best practices.
• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Why Us?

• Lead creative direction for some of the region's fastest-growing brands.
• Work with a passionate team that's redefining content in the GCC.
• Be part of a media agency where ideas turn into impact — fast.
• Enjoy the flexibility of a remote setup with cross-regional collaboration.
• Thrive in a young, dynamic culture that values creativity, bold thinking, and growth.

A Look at Our Hiring Process

• Phone Interview
• Assessment
• First Interview
• Second Interview

Think You're the One?
If you're ready to lead creative excellence, inspire teams, and shape campaigns that spark conversations, we'd love to meet you.

Bring your vision, leadership, and creative fire and join
Khosh Fkra Media
, where imagination meets impact.

Company Description

Matrix Communications is a vibrant and dynamic corporate communication company that specializes in providing comprehensive services to enhance the market positioning of our clients. With a wide range of expertise, we offer a seamless integration of Communication Strategies, Branding, Marketing, Public Relations, Content creation, events management, and more. At Matrix, we thrive on connecting the dots, driving creativity, innovation, and success for our clients, propelling them to new heights.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Creative Director, located in Manama. The Creative Director will be responsible for overseeing the entire creative process, including developing creative strategies, directing creative projects, and managing the creative team. Day-to-day tasks include leading brainstorming sessions, reviewing and approving creative materials, providing feedback, and ensuring that all creative outputs align with the clients' branding and objectives.

Qualifications

• Creative Strategy skills
• Branding skills and experience in Art Direction
• Proficiency in Graphic Design
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work on-site in Manama
• Experience in the communication or marketing industry is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Marketing, or related field

• Lead the conceptualization and execution of creative strategies and campaigns across digital, print, and other media.
• Direct and inspire a team of creatives, providing clear feedback and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Develop and maintain a strong, cohesive brand identity and visual language.
• Oversee the design and production of all marketing and communication materials, ensuring high quality and alignment with brand standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (marketing, product, sales) to understand project goals and translate them into compelling creative solutions.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in design and advertising.
• Present creative concepts and strategies to stakeholders and clients.
• Mentor and develop junior creative staff, fostering their growth and skill enhancement.
• Ensure all creative output is innovative, effective, and aligns with business objectives.

• Extensive experience in a creative leadership role (e.g., Creative Director, Art Director) with a strong, diverse portfolio.
• Demonstrated expertise in graphic design, branding, digital marketing, and advertising.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire creative teams.
• Exceptional conceptual thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design principles.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite).
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage projects from concept to completion.
• Experience working in a remote-first or distributed team environment is highly desirable.
• A passion for innovation and pushing creative boundaries.

• Develop and implement creative strategies aligned with brand objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a remote creative team (designers, copywriters, etc.).
• Oversee the conceptualization and execution of creative campaigns across all channels.
• Ensure creative output is innovative, on-brand, and meets strategic goals.
• Manage the creative workflow, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Collaborate closely with marketing, product, and other departments.
• Present creative concepts and rationale to internal stakeholders and clients.
• Maintain a strong understanding of industry trends and best practices in design and marketing.
• Uphold and evolve the brand's visual identity and voice.
• Manage relationships with external agencies and freelancers as needed.
• Foster a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Review and provide constructive feedback on creative work.

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Advertising, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in creative roles, with at least 3 years in a leadership position (e.g., Creative Director, Art Director).
• A strong, diverse portfolio showcasing successful creative campaigns and design work.
• Proven experience in leading and managing creative teams, preferably in a remote setting.
• Deep understanding of branding, marketing, digital media, and design principles.
• Exceptional conceptual thinking, visual design, and storytelling skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in relevant creative software and project management tools.
• Ability to think strategically and translate business objectives into creative solutions.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Developing and implementing creative strategies aligned with brand objectives.
• Leading and mentoring a team of designers, copywriters, and other creative professionals.
• Conceptualizing and overseeing the creation of visual assets for all marketing channels.
• Ensuring brand consistency and a high standard of aesthetic quality across all outputs.
• Managing creative project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.
• Translating marketing and business goals into compelling creative briefs.
• Presenting creative concepts and strategies to stakeholders and clients.
• Staying abreast of the latest design trends, technologies, and industry best practices.
• Collaborating with marketing, product, and other departments to achieve campaign goals.
• Fostering a culture of innovation, creativity, and continuous improvement within the creative team.
• Reviewing and approving creative work before final delivery.
• Managing external creative agencies and freelancers when necessary.

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Marketing, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in a creative leadership role (e.g., Creative Director, Art Director).
• A strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of creative work across various media.
• Proven ability to develop and execute successful creative strategies.
• Deep understanding of design principles, branding, typography, and visual communication.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite).
• Excellent leadership, team management, and motivational skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience managing budgets and project timelines.
• Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into creative solutions.