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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming complex genomic data into compelling narratives that resonate with audiences, driving engagement across diverse channels while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving high-quality growth experiences for users. Collaborate across teams to enhance marketing and activation surfaces, while leveraging cutting-edge technology to optimize small...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$143K - $256K *

Shape innovative product designs that enhance user experiences across multiple platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful design initiatives and engage with strategic custom...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI factory design delivery, leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project execution from concept to handover while balancing quality, cost, and o...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by crafting exceptional visual experiences that define our brand. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to design intuitive, customer-focused products and campaigns that...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$160K - $195K *

Drive operational excellence and lead a high-performing team to deliver complex digital products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define strategies, manage resources, and ensure profitable...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate product design by leading innovative initiatives, guiding cross-functional teams, and shaping user experiences from concept to delivery. Drive design excellence and foster a culture of feedbac...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $250K *

Transform complex financial workflows into intuitive designs, leading end-to-end product design efforts. Collaborate with teams to create user-centric experiences, leveraging data insights and innovat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$188K - $282K *

Drive design excellence in fintech by leading a team to enhance payment, billing, and timekeeping solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to shape user experiences that empower legal pro...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $125K *

Join a team where you will drive strategic planning and enhance operational frameworks to optimize performance and foster collaboration across departments, contributing to transformative solutions and...

California, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$159K - $251K *

Elevate your career by leading AI design initiatives across Atlassian's product portfolio. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create innovative user experiences and drive the future of AI in s...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $251K *

Unlock innovative AI experiences as a Lead Product Designer, collaborating across teams to enhance user engagement and drive product excellence in a dynamic environment...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Empower startups to achieve rapid compliance with Vanta's AI-driven solutions. As a Staff Product Designer, you'll shape the customer experience from onboarding to activation, driving product strategy...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform developer experiences by designing intuitive growth-focused products. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance usability, streamline onboarding, and boost retention for impactful voice-d...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform the creative landscape by leading innovative art direction and visual storytelling. Collaborate with a dynamic team to craft compelling concepts that resonate with our brand vision and inspi...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $180K *

Lead strategic health plan implementations and optimize client solutions. Drive cross-functional collaboration, manage complex projects, and enhance operational workflows to ensure successful launches...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate user experiences by leading UX design for innovative sleep health products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and shape features that enhance adult sleep, driving impactful des...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic Product Design team as a Staff Designer, leading end-to-end design initiatives for search and browse. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create user-centered experiences while a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a collaborative team to lead impactful design projects, mentor talent, and elevate brand experiences while shaping creative strategy across digital and print platforms. Your craftsmanship and vis...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$154K - $208K *

Shape the future of quality operations by leading teams to enhance product excellence and consumer satisfaction across global markets, driving continuous improvement and strategic initiatives in a dyn...

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3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining art leadership in live-service games. You'll empower Art Leads, enhance team operations, and ensure high-quality art delivery across our portfolio, fostering creativity a...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$157K - $283K *

Take ownership of the design and management of high-profile ADA upgrade projects, ensuring effective execution, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while leading cross-functional teams in a dyna...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Champion client relationships and optimize pharmaceutical distribution projects, leveraging extensive industry expertise to deliver high-quality solutions and insights while managing multiple accounts...

Florida, USRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$84K - $106K *

Drive impactful digital video strategies and optimize campaigns across programmatic and direct publisher environments, focusing on CTV and streaming. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in shaping creative vision for casino marketing initiatives. Drive high-impact campaigns across multiple channels while building a high-performing team and ensuring brand consistency a...

Florida, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

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.