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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$150K - $180K *

Lead product strategy and execution, shaping a high-performing team to drive innovation and growth. Collaborate with leadership to define vision, prioritize initiatives, and ensure product quality whi...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$238K - $311K *

Transform data governance by leading enterprise strategies, ensuring data quality, and driving AI readiness. Collaborate across teams to establish policies, enhance metadata platforms, and foster a cu...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Help us shape impactful brand strategies and drive client success through innovative, integrated campaigns. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure brand consistency and engagement, while translating cl...

Lanham, MDRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$221K - $387K *

Lead the charge in adapting global AI product strategies to local markets, ensuring commercial success through tailored solutions, effective sales enablement, and customer engagement. Drive innovation...

Santa Clara, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead large-scale engineering projects by overseeing design tasks, ensuring compliance, and mentoring team members. Collaborate with project managers to deliver high-quality solutions that meet client...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $221K *

Transform provider compensation strategies by leading innovative, compliant programs that align with organizational goals and industry standards, while managing a dedicated team and ensuring effective...

Wilmington, DERemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$160K - $170K *

Join a team that's redefining production excellence by leading end-to-end photo and video shoots. You'll manage budgets, build partnerships, and create efficient workflows while ensuring brand integri...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$126K - $188K *

Drive operational risk enablement across regions by translating enterprise frameworks, building practitioner capabilities, and ensuring compliance with local regulations while fostering strong stakeho...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $228K *

Inspire growth by leading a global team to enhance customer relationships, drive profitability, and execute strategic account plans in the Connectivity and Cloud Solutions sector. Collaborate with sal...

New Hampshire, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$113K - $160K *

Champion the quantification of business impact from technology and transformation investments. Lead financial modeling and value realization efforts, translating insights into actionable recommendatio...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading frontend architecture for scalable, high-performance systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance user experiences and drive technical excellence in a dynamic, enterprise-l...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate in custom laser design and integration, driving product development from concept to production. Collaborate across teams to enhance VCSEL technology, ensuring quality and manufacturability in...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion integrated project management for complex pharmaceutical advertising, leading cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery within scope and budget while mentoring junior staff and enhanci...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $125K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative marketing technology solutions by collaborating with clients and cross-functional teams. Drive requirement discovery, backlog management, and agile processes t...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$93K - $120K *

Transform business intelligence into actionable insights by leading product strategy and development. Collaborate across teams to create scalable solutions that enhance decision-making and drive measu...

Minnesota, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Elevate digital experiences by guiding site operations and enhancing user engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement innovative features and optimize performance metrics, driving...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$81K - $90K *

Transform the digital landscape by leading strategic initiatives that enhance user experiences and drive enrollment. Oversee digital content, manage projects, and implement innovative technologies to...

Rochester, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$207K - $250K *

Unlock your potential as you lead engineering teams in building innovative platforms and AI experiences. Collaborate across departments to drive technical direction and elevate team performance while...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $150K *

Optimize subcontractor risk management by overseeing prequalification, analyzing financial statements, and enhancing the SDI program. Collaborate with operations to ensure compliance and support proje...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Architect a comprehensive sales enablement program to enhance onboarding, product training, and continuous learning for a dynamic sales team, collaborating with leadership and partners to drive measur...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$197K - $257K *

Champion the transformation of connected content into actionable knowledge within Confluence. Drive strategy, ensure quality, and enhance user experience by managing content organization and freshness...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of construction services by leading a dynamic program, overseeing roadway and bridge projects, and fostering strong partnerships with VDOT and local agencies while mentoring a skilled...

Culpeper, VARemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$170K - $190K *

Shape the enterprise architecture landscape by aligning technology across core platforms, establishing standards, and driving strategic initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that coordinates multidisciplinary BIM models for mission-critical facilities. You will enhance design quality and reduce project risk by collaborating with engineers and stakeholders to s...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Technical Project Manager, driving software delivery timelines and ensuring seamless project execution with engineering and product teams. Foster strong stakeholder relation...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.