Mandarin Oriental Hotel GroupMandarin Oriental Hotel Group is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world.Increasingly recognized for creating some of the world\'s most sought-after properties, the Group provides 21st century luxury with oriental charm. Above all, Mandarin Oriental is renowned for creating unique hotels through distinctive design and a strong sense of place, luxury hotels right for their time and place.Mandarin Oriental Downtown, DubaiNestled in the city\'s heart, Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai, offers a stunning fusion of modern design with a touch of oriental flair, redefining hospitality standards.With unparalleled views of Dubai\'s skyline, the iconic Burj Khalifa, and the sparkling Arabian Sea, this urban retreat offers 224 luxury Residences and 259 Rooms & Suites.Going beyond traditional hospitality, Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai, is not just a hotel but a lifestyle destination, offering relaxation, luxury, and memorable experiences.Scope of PositionReporting to the Director of Marketing Communications, the Graphic Designer will be responsible for managing the hotel\'s creative projects from inception to completion and for bringing ideas to life using his/her design and illustration skills.Responsibilities
Develop master visual concepts in line with the internal creative brief and the campaigns\' objectives.
Fulfil general design requests, art-working, supply of materials and day-to-day design needs.
Collaborate, brainstorm, and provide graphic design support to various hotel departments.
Design and produce marketing materials including, but not limited to, collateral, touchpoints, advertisements, brochures, signage and presentations.
Monitor the progress of all projects, providing continuous status updates.
Adhere to Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group\'s brand guidelines in all design projects.
Ensure that the corporate BCM manuals are kept up-to-date and implemented as appropriate.
Supervise production of the hotel\'s internal and external collaterals as per the brand\'s standards.
Source and maintain a list of reliable suppliers.
Manage relationships with external printers and suppliers to ensure quality control at all times.
Co-ordinate the display and removal of all promotional materials within the hotel premises
Update and maintain databases of designs, photography, and video assets.
Adhere to all standards, policies, and procedures (SOPs, etc.).
Assist departments to implement campaigns in accordance with the marketing plan.
Maintain the inventory and ordering of collaterals and design kits.
Support departments with photo or video shoots
Respond to trade, media or other departments\' requests in a professional and timely manner.
Be energetic, enthusiastic, resourceful, helpful and passionate to exceed expectations.
Immaculately groomed and articulate with a highly professional appearance.
Be resourceful to provide information or note down requests from other colleagues.
Demonstrate business ethics and personal integrity.
Approach work with a sense of urgency and purpose
Allocate time and resources effectively when faced with competing demands.
Communicate internally and externally with concerned parties to determine layout designs and implementation procedures.
Stay up to date with latest graphic design software and techniques to accordingly recommend tools that can be efficiently applied.
Maintain project schedules and collaborate with the head of department with regard to project timing, scope and budget.
Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor\'s degree in graphic design or any other design related education certification
Solid knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator and working knowledge of Microsoft Office and interactive media production.
A solution-oriented, collaborative, proactive individual with strong communication skills
A flexible and resilient approach with the ability to work under pressure and in a fast paced and demanding environment.
Minimum 3 years of experience working in a 5-star hotel, luxury retail, agency or marketing environment in a similar role.
Knowledge of principles and practices of graphic design
Previous working experience in the Middle East is an advantage
Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai reserves the right to add, delete, change or modify the job duties, and responsibilities described in this , at the company\'s discretion, at any time with appropriate notice.