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Role Overview
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 boutique products reflect historical integrity, design excellence, and the museum’s brand identity to enhance visitor engagement and revenue generation.
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Job Purpose
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 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 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 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 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.
- Master’s degree in Design, Creative Direction, or a related discipline is preferred.
- 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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