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.
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.
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.
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.
Digital Product Manager - Control Integration Engineering
$120K - $193K *
Accelerate progress at the intersection of security and technology by leading integration product management for enterprise security capabilities across multiple business units, ensuring streamlined a...
Yesterday
Sales Director - Banking/Financial Services/Insurance
$150K - $180K *
Drive growth and scale by leading customer engagement and solution implementation in the Banking and Financial Services sector. Identify opportunities, nurture relationships, and exceed revenue target...
3 weeks ago
Group Director Finance and Strategy
$129K - $205K *
Accelerate progress at a leading healthcare organization by guiding strategic finance initiatives across a $2B revenue geography. Collaborate with senior leaders to drive growth, influence enterprise...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$167K - $250K *
Elevate service operations by developing strategies that enhance performance, drive accountability, and ensure customer satisfaction through effective leadership and operational excellence in a comple...
3 weeks ago
$101K - $137K *
Lead the charge in crafting customer-centric marketing strategies that drive product adoption and engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful campaigns and insights, ensur...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $95K *
Design engaging multimedia content that embodies brand consistency across various formats, from print to digital. Collaborate with teams to create compelling visuals, animations, and videos that reson...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of passenger rail by leading mechanical systems integration and validation. Collaborate with suppliers and clients to ensure compliance and deliver manufacturable designs for refurbis...
3 weeks ago
Manager, Software Engineering - Engineering Tools
$120K - $148K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of AEC software by leading engineering talent and enhancing workflows. Drive innovation in Autodesk Revit add-ins and tools while fostering a collaborative enviro...
2 weeks ago
Sr. Director, eDiscovery Technology & AI
$156K - $195K *
Champion the global eDiscovery Technology practice, leading a diverse team to innovate AI-assisted workflows, ensuring defensibility and quality across jurisdictions while driving growth and operation...
1 week ago
$60K - $130K *
Shape the future of learning by designing impactful instructional courses and assessments. Collaborate with teams to create engaging learning solutions that meet business goals and enhance associate d...
1 week ago
Principal Product Manager, AI Software Factory
$150K - $180K *
Transform the software development landscape by defining a cohesive end-to-end experience, integrating planning to verification workflows across teams. Lead product strategy and execution, influencing...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$135K - $160K *
Join a team that's redefining CRM platforms by architecting innovative, AI-driven solutions. This high-impact role requires visionary leadership to optimize data processing and enhance user experience...
1 week ago
Senior Director, Energy Engineering Management
$150K - $180K *
Contribute to strategic leadership in engineering management, aligning execution with business goals. Drive portfolio success, enhance client satisfaction, and empower teams to optimize performance in...
2 weeks ago
Sr Manager, CRM Campaign Strategy & Insights
$130K - $156K *
Innovate customer marketing strategies to enhance engagement and drive revenue. Oversee direct mail and CRM initiatives, leveraging analytics to optimize performance and deliver actionable insights fo...
2 weeks ago
Senior Digital Program Manager
$92K - $136K *
Help us drive customer success by owning and optimizing digital engagement programs. You'll lead strategy, build automated journeys, and analyze performance to enhance customer experiences and ensure...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $122K *
Join a team that's redefining DevOps by building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, automating workflows, and enhancing service delivery in AWS. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliabl...
2 weeks ago
Program Director, Professional Services
$150K - $170K *
Lead a dedicated team to drive client success across diverse delivery modes, ensuring effective governance and coordination. Drive business development within a portfolio, nurturing critical client re...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$135K - $160K *
Optimize our finance function by leading planning and forecasting efforts, transitioning to automated systems, and driving data analysis that informs strategic decisions. This role offers full ownersh...
1 week ago
Project Manager - Capital Planning
$90K - $120K *
Optimize building assessments and capital projects while leading teams and managing client relationships. Oversee project scopes, budgets, and timelines to deliver impactful outcomes in a collaborativ...
Reposted today
$125K - $150K *
Drive strategic planning and execution for substation operations, ensuring safety, quality, and financial objectives are met. Lead high-performing teams and manage subcontractor relationships across l...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion partner relationships by driving acquisition, onboarding, and business outcomes. Own the full lifecycle of partnerships, develop joint plans, and measure results to fuel growth in a dynamic...
4 weeks ago
$100K - $140K *
Discover your potential as you design and develop impactful web experiences, collaborating across teams to create engaging landing pages and brand sites that drive conversions and enhance user interac...
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Director, Client Strategy and Growth
$185K - $210K *
Engage with clients to drive retention and growth strategies, fostering deep relationships and collaboration across teams. Leverage market insights to enhance product offerings and ensure client succe...
3 weeks ago
Senior Director of Growth - Conference & Public Address
$180K - $210K *
Accelerate growth by leading strategic sales initiatives, driving revenue, and mentoring high-performing teams in the Conference and PA sector across North America, while collaborating with cross-func...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of brand strategy by crafting distinct messaging and positioning for a diverse portfolio of university partners. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize campaigns and enha...
5 days ago
What does a Design Director do?
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?
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?
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?
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.