8+ years of experience in design agency setting preferred
Multidisciplinary experience in brand identity, design systems, and packaging
Strong mastery of Adobe Suite and Figma, with motion and 3D rendering as a bonus
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, showcasing a team player attitude
Passion for design, culture, and impactful ideas
Detailed craftsmanship and strong organizational skills
Responsibilities
Lead design team at a project level to create effective design solutions
Inspire creativity and excellence by implementing a creative vision
Present design work to clients and various audiences
Generate and develop a wide range of design concepts
Translate creative ideas into impactful visuals
Push design solutions forward and advocate for continuous improvement
Infuse cultural relevancy into design work
Collaborate across disciplines with team members
Benefits
Full-time, benefits eligible position
Hybrid work schedule with 3 days a week in-studio
Opportunity to work closely with the Executive Creative Director
Full Job Description
Overview
Turner Duckworth is looking for a Design Director to join our New York studio.
About You
You are a creative leader who turns ideas into beautifully crafted design that makes an impact. You thrive on blending strong conceptual thinking with exceptional execution, and you consistently challenge yourself and your team to raise the bar. You bring ambition, momentum, and a clear point of view to every project. With a sharp eye for detail and a gift for storytelling, your work inspires others and elevates everything it touches.
What You Bring
A passion for design, culture, and how ideas live in the world
Highly proficient in design, versatile across design systems, typography and/or packaging
Attention to detail and craftsmanship
An open mind, adventurous spirit and proactive attitude
Flexibility and adaptability to explore broadly for different kinds of projects
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; a team player
Pride in your work with a collaborative mindset
Strong organizational skills and a solid understanding of production process
What You'll Do
Lead the design team at a project level to deliver highly creative and well crafted design solutions for our clients' business needs
Implement creative vision, inspiring and being the catalyst for creativity and excellence
Present to various audiences, including clients; showcasing work produced and the collective POV
Generate and develop a broad range of design concepts
Solve creative problems, translate great ideas to impactful and captivating visuals
Develop, advance, and push design solutions
Infuse cultural relevancy into your work
Integrate AI tools thoughtfully into creative process while maintaining a high bar for craft and originality
Collaborate effectively with your teams across different disciplines
The Details
Full-time, benefits eligible position
Reports to Executive Creative Director
8+ years of experience in a design agency setting, preferred
Multidisciplinary with experience in brand identity, design systems, and packaging
Experience working on brands that operate at significant scale
Demonstrated ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Mastery of Adobe Suite and Figma is essential, bonus points for motion and 3D rendering skills
Located in or willing to relocate to New York City, with hybrid work schedule 3 days/week in-studio
About Saatchi & Saatchi
Saatchi & Saatchi is a global advertising agency headquartered in New York City. The company was founded in London in 1970 by brothers Maurice and Charles Saatchi and is now part of the Publicis Groupe, a French multinational advertising and public relations company. Saatchi & Saatchi has over 6,000 employees in 114 countries and provides a range of advertising and marketing services to clients in various industries, including automotive, consumer goods, financial services, and telecommunications. The company is known for its creative and innovative advertising campaigns, including the iconic 'Nothing is Impossible' campaign for Toyota. Saatchi & Saatchi has won numerous awards for its work, including Cannes Lions, Clios, and Effies.
