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Design Lead - UAE Nationals

Job in Abu Dhabi, UAE/Dubai
Listing for: Zayed National Museum | متحف زايد الوطني
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-13
Job specializations:
  • Creative Arts/Media
  • Retail
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 120000 - 180000 AED Yearly AED 120000.00 180000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
  • Lead the creative approach and end-to-end product development for Al Nagwa Boutique. Translate the museum’s narrative, collections, and exhibitions into distinctive, culturally authentic, and commercially viable retail collections.
  • Ensure all boutique products reflect historical integrity, design excellence, and the museum’s brand identity to enhance visitor engagement and revenue generation.
Core Responsibilities
  • Lead the full product development lifecycle from concept ideation to production and retail launch.
  • Design and develop bespoke retail collections inspired by permanent galleries, collections, and temporary exhibitions.
  • Translate heritage stories and artefacts into innovative, commercially attractive product concepts.
  • Collaborate with curators, historians, education teams, and relevant stakeholders to ensure historical accuracy and cultural sensitivity.
  • Develop original product designs, packaging concepts, and visual merchandising elements aligned with the museum’s identity.
  • Create seasonal retail strategies and exclusive capsule collections aligned with exhibitions, public programmes, and institutional milestones.
  • Identify and onboard local and regional artisans, designers, and suppliers, prioritizing Local
    -based production and culturally relevant craftsmanship.
  • Oversee sourcing, sampling, and quality control processes in coordination with the boutique operator to ensure premium standards.
  • Monitor production timelines, cost considerations, and feasibility while maintaining creative integrity.
  • Lead retail display concepts and in-store storytelling to enhance visitor engagement and optimize sales performance.
Qualification and Experience required:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Product Design, Industrial Design, Fashion Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.
  • Preferred Master’s degree in Design, Creative Direction, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in product design, retail design, museum retail, or lifestyle brand development.
  • Proven experience leading end-to-end product development cycles.
  • Experience working with artisans, suppliers, and production partners.
  • Experience in cultural institutions, museums, luxury retail, heritage brands, or boutique environments is preferred.
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