Job Overview
Design DirectorColle McVoy is seeking a Design Director who creates outcomes, not just artifacts. Someone who pairs big-picture strategy with fearless design execution. Who sees design as a force multiplierand knows how to wield it to drive change. Someone ready to shape whats next, not simply respond to it.
This is a design leadership role for a systems thinker with a bold point of viewsomeone fluent across physical, digital, and experiential channels. You understand how to harness emerging tools and technologies, including AI, to unlock new creative possibilitiesand how to rally teams to build belief in every detail.
Responsibilities
- Lead the creative development of strategic brand systems and campaign expressions across multiple platforms
- Bring a strong POV to design conversations and storytelling to presentations, pushing creative boundaries while aligning with client objectives
- Lead, mentor, grow and inspire junior and senior designers, elevating their craft and storytelling abilities
- Ensure design consistency and quality across all channelsdigital, print, experiential, and emerging tech
- Advocate for the user experience and human-centered design throughout all work
- Stay current with design trends, emerging technologies, and cultural shifts
- Cultivate a collaborative, inclusive, and growth-oriented creative culture with cross-functional teams and stakeholdersleaving ego at the door
- Build and maintain strong relationships with high-profile clients and internal stakeholders
- Elevate the agencys creative reputation through craft, innovation, and bold design thinking
Required Skills
- A strategic mind, visual fluency, and the ability to distill complexity into systems and stories that connect
- A portfolio that demonstrates bold thinking, thoughtful execution, and scalable design
- Deep understanding of brand development, identity systems, and integrated campaign expression
- Strong verbal and written communication, with the ability to clearly articulate design decisions to internal teams and external partners
- A collaborative spirit, entrepreneurial drive, and commitment to growthfor yourself, your team, and the work
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience
- 10+ years of brand-building experience across a variety of mediums, with a proven track record of leading multi-disciplinary teams
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, and motion design, with an openness to learning AI, 3D, and other emerging technologies.
- Ability to travel as needed
At the time of posting, the base salary for this position ranges from $120,000 to $140,000. Compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, and qualifications. In addition to the base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health and wellness options, agency perks, and the flexibility of a hybrid work environment.
