Freelance Creative Director — Coffee Table Books

Durahl is an independent publishing and art house based in Doha and London, creating collectible books and limited-edition art pieces. Rooted in Arab culture and open to the wider world, it explores heritage, contemporary life, sport and fashion through thoughtful storytelling, distinctive imagery and fine craftsmanship.

We’re looking for a freelance Creative Director to shape each book’s concept, story and creative direction, from first idea to final print.

Scope

• Develop the book’s concept, narrative, chapter structure and content plan.

• Define the project scope, deliverables and creative brief.

• Collaborate with writers and our text editor, preparing chapter briefs to guide text and captions.

• Research and curate existing photography, identify gaps and coordinate image permissions.

• Lead art direction and contribute hands-on graphic design, including layouts, typography and image sequencing.

• Coordinate creative contributors and review text, imagery, layouts and print proofs.

Profile

• Proven experience developing coffee table books or illustrated publications from concept to completion.

• Strong storytelling, art direction, editorial judgment and photography curation skills.

• Hands-on graphic design expertise and proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator.

• Knowledge of the Gulf and wider Arab world, and Arabic language skills, are strong advantages.

Freelance · Project-based · Remote

To apply, email hr@durahl.com with your portfolio, your role on each publication, availability and rates. All applications will be treated in confidence.

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