Creative Director
Job Description
<p><strong>About the company:</strong></p><p><strong>Theatre of Digital Art </strong></p><p>We are digital art innovators!</p><p>ToDA is the UAE’s first digital art theatre that offers a 360° immersive experience to its visitors.</p><p>Using state-of-the-art technology, we will take you into an immersive way of appreciating masterpieces from the world’s most notable artists and contemporary digital creatives.</p><p>We are here to make complicated new concepts simple!</p><p>We love sharing our expertise to navigate you through the world of new media.</p><p><strong>About the role:</strong></p><p><strong><u>Job Title: Creative Director</u></strong></p><p><strong><u>Department:</u></strong> Product Department</p><p><strong><u>Reports To:</u></strong> Managing Director</p><p><strong><u>Job Overview:</u></strong> The Creative Director is responsible for leading and overseeing the creative vision, artistic direction, and production quality of all performances. The role requires a deep understanding of contemporary culture, strong leadership skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional experiences to audiences. The Creative Director collaborates and coordinates with all departments to ensure the successful execution of creative concepts and the overall artistic integrity of the company’s products.</p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p><strong><em>1. Artistic Direction:</em></strong></p><ul><li>Develop and articulate a compelling artistic vision for the company, aligning with the organization’s mission and goals.</li><li>Ensure that artistic direction reflects the desired image, brand, and target audience of the company.</li></ul><p><strong><em>2. Production Planning:</em></strong></p><ul><li>Collaborate with the production team to plan and organize productions.</li><li>Work closely with the producers and technicians <span>who will respond to him to plan and deliver products</span>.</li></ul><p><strong><em>3. Creative Conceptualization:</em></strong></p><ul><li>Contribute innovative ideas and concepts to enhance the artistic quality and uniqueness productions, encompassing set design, lighting, sound, and other creative elements.</li><li>Review and approve all creative elements to ensure consistency and alignment with the artistic vision.</li></ul><p><strong><em>4. Collaboration and Communication:</em></strong></p><ul><li>Collaborate effectively with all departments to ensure a cohesive and unified creative vision throughout the production process.</li><li>Communicate the artistic vision and expectations clearly to the departments and ensure alignment and understanding among all parties involved.</li></ul><p><strong><em>5. Budget Management:</em></strong></p><ul><li>Work closely with the producers and technicians to<span> </span>develop and manage budgets for productions.</li><li><span>Ensure cost-effective utilization of resources while maintaining artistic standards</span>.</li></ul><p><strong><em>6. Rehearsal Supervision:</em></strong></p><ul><li>Attend and supervise rehearsals to provide artistic guidance, feedback, and adjustments to achieve the desired creative outcomes.</li><li>Collaborate with directors and performers to enhance the artistic quality of performances.</li></ul><p><strong><em>7. Performance Evaluation:</em></strong></p><ul><li>Assess the artistic quality and impact of productions, conducting post-production evaluations and providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.</li><li>Participate in post-show discussions and provide insights and suggestions for future improvements.</li></ul><p><strong><u>Requirements:</u></strong></p><p><strong><em>1. Soft Skills:</em></strong></p><ul><li>Leadership: ability to lead and inspire a creative team, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.</li><li>Communication: excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey artistic vision and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.</li><li>Collaboration: strong ability to work effectively with directors, designers, and other team members to ensure a cohesive artistic vision.</li><li>Creativity: exceptional creative thinking and problem-solving skills to generate innovative ideas and concepts for theater productions.</li><li>Adaptability: flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances, creative challenges, and evolving artistic needs.</li><li>Interpersonal skills: strong interpersonal skills to build relationships, provide feedback, and motivate team members.</li><li>Time management: excellent organizational skills to manage multiple productions, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.</li><li>Attention to detail: keen eye for detail to maintain artistic integrity and ensure the quality of production elements.</li><li>Passion for arts: genuine enthusiasm with a commitment to delivering exceptional experiences to audiences.</li></ul><p><strong><em>2. Hard Skills:</em></strong></p><ul><li>Artistic direction: ability to develop and articulate a compelling artistic vision that aligns with the company’s mission and goals.</li><li>Production planning: proficiency in planning and organizing productions.</li><li>Budget management: competence in developing and managing budgets for theater productions, ensuring cost-effective resource allocation.</li><li>Rehearsal supervision: ability to attend and supervise rehearsals, providing artistic guidance, feedback, and adjustments to achieve desired creative outcomes.</li><li>Performance evaluation: skill in assessing the artistic quality and impact of productions through post-production evaluations and providing constructive feedback.</li><li>Industry awareness: Up-to-date knowledge of current trends, techniques, and developments in theater arts, attending relevant events and performances.</li></ul><p><strong><em>3. Qualifications and Experience:</em></strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus.</li><li>Proven experience as an Creative Director, Digital Art Projects/Theater Organizer from a digital art background.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong><em>The above tasks and responsibilities are not exhaustive and may be subject to change based on the needs of the company and the evolution of the role.</em></strong></p><p><br></p>
