Design Lead

The Ritz Carlton Yacht Collection

• $100K — $120K *
US-AnywhereRemote in California, US
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of professional design experience, ideally in an agency setting.
  • Versatile in creating designs for static, digital, and print formats.
  • Exceptional portfolio showcasing bold typography and expressive visuals.
  • Skilled at crafting emotionally resonant, narrative-driven designs.
  • Experience in developing branding systems and campaigns.
  • Proficient in storytelling through various mediums, including photography and AI tools.
  • Strong conceptual thinker focused on creative direction rather than just execution.
  • Expertise in Adobe products and advanced proficiency in Figma.
  • Familiar with social media and digital advertising concepts.
  • Ability to work autonomously as well as collaborate effectively.
  • Strong communication and time-management capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Execute the Creative Director's vision across all projects and platforms.
  • Lead and mentor the design team, enabling them to excel in their roles.
  • Manage workflows and project timelines to ensure efficient execution.
  • Review creative deliverables for consistency with the brand's vision.
  • Stay updated on new creative tools, platforms, and industry trends.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to transform business goals into visual concepts.
  • Support photo and video shoots to accurately capture the creative vision.
  • Encourage a culture of creativity, innovation, and professional growth.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead and shape creative projects.
  • Mentorship and development for aspiring designers.
  • Exposure to emerging creative technologies and trends.
  • Collaboration with diverse stakeholders in a dynamic environment.
  • Promotion of a creative and innovative work culture.
Full Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Translate and uphold the Creative Director's vision across all projects, ensuring consistency throughout every channel and touchpoint.
  • Lead, mentor, and support the design team, providing clear direction so designers can focus on what they do best.
  • Oversee and manage creative workflows, deadlines, and project priorities to ensure smooth execution.
  • Review and approve creative deliverables, ensuring they remain true to the established creative vision and brand standards.
  • Stay ahead of emerging creative platforms, tools, and trends to continuously elevate the team's output.
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders to translate business objectives into compelling visual concepts, in alignment with the Creative Director's direction.
  • Assist photo and video shoots, working closely with photographers, videographers, and external partners to ensure the creative vision is executed on set when needed.
  • Foster a creative environment where innovation, growth, and excellence are encouraged.
     

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of professional design experience (agency experience a plus)
  • Comfortable designing for both static and digital/print formats
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating bold typography and expressive visual design
  • Ability to create emotionally driven, narrative-based creative work
  • Experience with branding systems and campaign development
  • Skilled in storytelling through design, including photography or AI-assisted visuals
  • Strong conceptual thinker who prioritizes creative direction over execution-only design
  • Proficiency in Adobe Products, and highly skilled in Figma
  • Experience concepting for social media and digital advertising
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
  • Excellent communication and time-management skills

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

  • Experience with AI editing or AI-assisted tools.
  • Familiarity with brand guidelines and marketing strategy.

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