Freelance Design Strategist / Graphic Designer

About the role

We are seeking a Freelance Design Strategist / Graphic Designer to join a leading experience design agency in Dubai. The role focuses on shaping the creative direction, mood, and visual identity of high‑profile luxury, hospitality, and large‑scale event projects from concept through presentation.

Key responsibilities

• Develop creative concepts, visual narratives and design directions based on client briefs.
• Create pitch decks, mood boards and visual presentations that convey the overall vision and atmosphere.
• Design visual identity and creative direction for events, hospitality experiences, exhibitions and luxury activations.
• Produce high‑quality presentation materials for internal teams and clients.
• Collaborate closely with creative teams to shape guest journeys and immersive experiences.
• Translate strategic ideas into engaging visual storytelling across digital and physical environments.
• Maintain the highest standards of design craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Design Strategist, Graphic Designer, Experience Designer or similar role.
• Portfolio demonstrating large‑scale design work for events, hospitality, luxury brands, exhibitions or premium private functions.
• Ability to take a project from brief to polished presentation.
• Experience working in fast‑paced creative agencies or experience design studios.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Strong understanding of layout, typography, composition, branding and visual communication.
• Creation of client pitch decks, concept presentations, mood boards and visual storytelling assets.