Design Director Jobs

Find Design Director jobs that match your experience leading creative teams, shaping design strategy, and delivering thoughtful customer experiences. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including roles across product design, UX, brand, and creative leadership.

What Does a Design Director Do?

Design Directors set the vision and standards for design across a team, product, or organization. They guide designers and creative partners, connect user and business needs, and work with executives and cross-functional leaders to bring ideas from strategy through execution. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on digital products, user experience, visual identity, marketing, or a combination of disciplines.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers often look for a strong design portfolio, experience managing and developing teams, and the ability to communicate design decisions to stakeholders. Common strengths include design strategy, visual and interaction design, user research, prototyping, creative direction, and collaboration with product, engineering, and marketing teams. The right background varies by industry and the scope of the role.

Explore Design Director Career Opportunities

Design Director positions are available in sectors such as technology, media, consumer products, finance, and healthcare. Browse current listings to compare responsibilities, company environments, and compensation, and identify opportunities suited to your leadership experience. Ladders focuses on vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced professionals find their next career move.

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$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in shaping and expanding bridge design services across New England. Provide strategic direction, oversee project delivery, mentor staff, and strengthen client relationships to enhance...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of business applications by leading strategy, delivery, and operations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance core processes and drive value through effective system...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $180K *

Transform the digital manufacturing landscape by driving sales growth and market expansion. Collaborate across teams to develop strategies, support federal opportunities, and enhance customer value th...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $185K *

Elevate creative strategy by transforming insights into compelling campaigns. Drive messaging, concepts, and copy direction that enhance business outcomes while collaborating closely with designers an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $200K *

Empower a high-growth organization by leading operations strategy, enhancing client satisfaction, and driving efficiency through AI and automation. Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure financi...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $129K *

Lead the charge in designing impactful user experiences across diverse platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve complex problems and enhance accessibility for users with communica...

Princeton, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Champion the seamless execution of complex AI and Cloud projects, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder satisfaction. Leverage your project management skills to coordinate multiple initiatives in a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $171K *

Shape the future of digital video strategy by leading CTV initiatives, optimizing performance, and fostering innovation. Collaborate with teams to connect audience insights with client goals, ensuring...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$172K - $279K *

Drive your career with impactful design leadership, managing a team to simplify payroll for small businesses. Shape user experiences by partnering across teams and defining a long-term UX vision, ensu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Transform the future of civil design by leading project teams, ensuring quality, and collaborating with clients. Drive technical excellence and mentor staff while managing diverse site development pro...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $220K *

Lead product management for an innovative infrastructure automation platform, driving strategy and vision while managing a team of senior product managers. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance cu...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$131K - $175K *

Manage complex technology initiatives across IT, enhancing program delivery and maturing the PMO. Collaborate with leadership to drive strategic projects, ensuring alignment and efficiency in executio...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$112K - $143K *

Drive product innovation by overseeing the lifecycle of our flagship car wash software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define strategy, prioritize features, and ensure high-quality deliver...

Akron, OHRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $115K *

Lead the frontlist production team, managing 40-45 titles annually while coaching production managers. Collaborate with editorial and design teams to ensure high-quality standards and efficient workfl...

New York, NYRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $150K *

Drive growth by building relationships and exceeding sales quotas through effective prospecting and discovery calls. Join a dynamic team focused on revolutionizing the energy industry with innovative...

Oklahoma City, OKRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$229K - $267K *

Innovate the consumer digital experience by leading a cross-functional team to enhance our website, mobile app, and web portal. Define a multi-year vision, prioritize initiatives, and drive engagement...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping high-impact strategies and narratives for enterprise growth. Collaborate with senior leaders to craft compelling pitches and support organic initiatives, driving success acr...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $117K *

Lead the charge in developing integrated brand strategies that inspire creativity and drive growth. Collaborate across teams to translate insights into actionable plans, ensuring clarity and connectio...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$85K - $95K *

Unlock potential by designing innovative digital experiences that inspire and engage. Collaborate with teams to create user-centered solutions, leveraging research and creativity to tackle complex cha...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$240K - $330K *

Unlock potential by leading a global enablement team to develop and implement a comprehensive strategy that enhances sales effectiveness and drives revenue growth across all customer-facing roles...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$188K - $230K *

Lead product strategy and execution for TPA, PEO, and Carrier partners, driving innovation and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance platform capabilities and deli...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $180K *

Champion the GMV success for top brand partners by fostering executive relationships, driving commercial strategies, and prioritizing growth opportunities. Engage in high-stakes negotiations and colla...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$182K - $240K *

Pioneer a high-impact Corporate Systems strategy, leading a dedicated Product Management team to transform internal platforms. Drive cross-functional initiatives in Finance, People, and Sales to deliv...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$172K - $193K *

Lead the charge in managing development teams to deliver strategic legal applications, ensuring alignment with ROI goals. Drive innovation through effective mentoring, process implementation, and cros...

Seattle, WARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$173K - $198K *

Lead the evolution of data architecture, driving real-time capabilities and AI integration. Collaborate with executives and teams to enhance data quality, governance, and scalability while mentoring a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Design Director do?question toggle

    A Design Director establishes design direction, leads and develops creative teams, and partners with other departments to deliver products, experiences, or brand work aligned with user needs and business goals.

  • What qualifications are common for Design Director jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly seek substantial design experience, a strong portfolio, leadership or team-management experience, and the ability to guide strategy and communicate with senior stakeholders.

  • What types of Design Director roles are available?question toggle

    Openings may focus on product design, user experience (UX), brand, visual design, creative direction, or broader design leadership across multiple teams.

  • How can I find Design Director jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Design Director listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its compensation details, responsibilities, and qualifications.