Design Director

Job Description

Who We Are:

A collective of international brand and design specialists motivated by culture and inspired by place.

Who You Are:

Working alongside the Creative Director and the creative team, this position is instrumental in the achievement of our future vision.

Quickly build an understanding of the evolving industry of place and be a confident vocal leader to promote and encourage great people, great ideas and great design.

We value thinkers, seekers and thoughtful conversation that challenges strongly entrenched expectations. Those that think critically, and act on solutions that respond to human and business problems alike.

In an environment that is fast-paced and challenging, we have an inclination for action and pro-active individuals.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop and deliver visual systems that span across digital, print, campaign, advertising and environment

• Think strategically to connect design thinking to specific business strategy and requirements

• An advocate for both the studio and creative alike

• Lead and inspire the designers to bring their best work forward through mentorship, collaboration and constructive feedback

• Continue to solidify and strengthen design output to ensure creative standards are maintained

• Participate in external activities as a source of inspiration for the staff’s continued growth

• Ensure proper file building and train team on best practices when working with outside vendors.


Qualifications:

• A great designer who doesn’t mind rolling up their sleeves with a strong sense of how to implement a disciplined identity/design process

• Experience working with brand strategists as the platform for establishing a strategic point of view

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Solid listening and presentation skills

• Mentoring others to be better at their craft

• Bachelor degree in graphic / visual communication

• 7-10 years studio/agency experience


We are committed to fostering a workplace environment that promotes a diversity of perspectives and experiences that encourages fresh thinking and original ideas.

NOTE: International candidates must hold a valid US working permit.

NOTE: International candidates must hold a valid US working permit.