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 *

Transform your career by driving strategic partnerships in healthcare. Leverage your extensive relationships within benefits consulting to influence and expand business opportunities while collaborati...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading high-performing teams in construction disputes and advisory. Drive client relationships, innovate solutions, and ensure quality execution while fostering growth and collabo...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Design and develop high-performing, accessible user interfaces using modern JavaScript frameworks. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with accessibility standards while mentoring junior devel...

Tennessee, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$300K - $320K *

Lead transformative sales initiatives by engaging C-Suite executives, driving business value through innovative technology solutions, and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance R&D and produc...

Houston, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Inspire innovation and drive growth as you lead the consumer product line across web, mobile, and desktop platforms, crafting a unified user experience and championing customer-centric strategies for...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $250K *

Shape the future of global sales strategy by leading initiatives that drive partner growth and sales enablement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, enhance capabilities, an...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career as a Product Manager, driving impactful features in Fintech. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions, leveraging data insights to enhance user exp...

Alberta, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing healthcare reporting through Epic tools. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, design reports, and provide support, ensuring successful projec...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $108K *

Unlock potential by leading mobile rehabilitation services, ensuring high standards of care, managing staff, and driving program growth in diverse settings. Collaborate with clinical teams to enhance...

Massachusetts, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $230K *

Transform the future of platform strategy by leading Dynata+ to drive growth, enhance customer success, and establish a robust ecosystem. Oversee product development, P&L management, and enterprise-wi...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$105K - $189K *

Engineer innovative electrical designs, ensuring compliance and safety for mission-critical power and cooling products. Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate systems, manage changes, and execute...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform product strategy for integrations in Employer Services, driving innovation and connectivity. Collaborate with partners to enhance client experiences and develop scalable solutions that meet...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $185K *

Champion the growth of Army Aviation business by identifying, shaping, and executing new opportunities. Build trusted relationships, lead contract execution, and drive portfolio success while managing...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion enterprise transformation by leading journey management initiatives, partnering with C-suite executives to drive strategic alignment and multi-year ROI. Influence product direction and best p...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $185K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of defense by driving new business opportunities, building relationships, and leading contract execution within the Army's PAE Fires/Maneuver Ground sector. Take...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $185K *

Take ownership of a dynamic portfolio, driving new business within Army Aviation. Build relationships, shape solutions, and lead contract execution while managing risks and ensuring customer satisfact...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $185K *

Champion the growth of new business within the Army by building relationships, shaping solutions, and leading contract execution while managing a diverse portfolio and driving customer satisfaction th...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $285K *

Shape the future of competitive strategy in AI and agentic software development. Drive market differentiation, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and establish a compelling narrative that enhanc...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$203K - $366K *

Innovate and lead a high-performing software development team to deliver scalable enterprise Time and Pay solutions. Collaborate with HR and Finance to drive strategy and enhance operational efficienc...

Cambridge, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $150K *

Champion strategic partnerships and drive creator acquisition to enhance performance marketing. Lead high-impact collaborations, negotiate contracts, and optimize content pipelines across multiple pla...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $150K *

Partner with us to drive business development and territory management in the RIA channel. Leverage your expertise to build client relationships, influence decision-making, and achieve growth goals wh...

Illinois, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $150K *

Engage with clients and prospects to drive business growth in the RIA channel. Leverage your expertise in financial services and territory management to build lasting relationships and influence advis...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $150K *

Lead business development efforts in the RIA channel, driving client acquisition and territory growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance client relationships and deliver comprehensive solution...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future by aligning business objectives with technology investments. Drive Agile transformation, enhance customer satisfaction, and lead product teams to deliver innovative solutions that mee...

Somerville, MARemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $163K *

Drive the evolution of software solutions for healthcare quality reporting, leading engineering teams to deliver innovative, high-quality products while fostering a culture of collaboration and contin...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.