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.
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Join a team that's redefining People Operations by leading global service delivery, enhancing employee experiences, and driving operational excellence across Talent Acquisition and People processes fo...
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Director, Design - Conversational Design
$164K - $314K *
Unlock exceptional conversational experiences by leading a high-performing design team. Drive strategic direction and foster collaboration to create intuitive, engaging interactions that enhance membe...
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$90K - $110K *
Develop intuitive, user-centered designs for digital products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experiences. Own the design process from concept to implementation, leverag...
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$80K - $95K *
Pioneer innovative design solutions by creating self-service templates that empower teams to produce on-brand marketing materials efficiently across multiple channels and locations, ensuring brand int...
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$100K - $110K *
Shape user experiences by leading research and design initiatives that enhance service delivery and foster a customer-centric culture across federal projects, ensuring impactful solutions that meet us...
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$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's driving strategic growth in cybersecurity consulting. Leverage executive relationships and a diverse partner ecosystem to close complex deals and build long-term accounts, all while...
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$170K - $185K *
Join a dynamic team to define and lead product strategy for Family Building Navigation, enhancing member engagement through innovative digital experiences and personalized support while collaborating...
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$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's redefining brand identity! Lead and evolve visual strategies across digital and print, guiding a talented design team while executing high-impact projects in a fast-paced, collabora...
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Product Director, Institutional Solutions
$126K - $168K *
Lead the charge in shaping and executing product strategy for B2B learning solutions, driving innovation and market impact while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality produ...
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$110K - $130K *
Champion client success by managing key relationships and driving strategic initiatives. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality work while ensuring financial performance and growth for as...
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$132K - $199K *
Lead the charge in driving Professional Services sales and client success within the US Public Sector, collaborating across teams to maximize revenue, enhance client relationships, and ensure successf...
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Growth Design Manager, Web & Acquisition
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in web growth design, optimizing top-of-funnel experiences to enhance customer engagement and conversion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create compelling, high-quality web...
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Senior Product Designer II - Lifecycle & Growth
$203K - $214K *
Empower your creativity by joining a mission-driven team that designs impactful customer experiences through innovative strategies and exceptional design. Drive growth initiatives and craft engaging j...
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$122K - $183K *
Elevate user growth and monetization through thoughtful design and experimentation, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to enhance onboarding and product engagement while maintaining hig...
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$163K - $245K *
Innovate within the Product Design team, driving growth initiatives by collaborating cross-functionally to enhance user onboarding, monetization, and retention. Contribute to a high-quality design pro...
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$120K - $150K *
Empower a cross-functional team by owning the end-to-end design experience for a key product area, enhancing communication for families and educators while mentoring fellow designers and leveraging AI...
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Director of Performance Creative
$180K - $200K *
Unlock potential by leading a dynamic creative team to drive performance-focused video ads. Oversee the entire creative process, from concept to execution, ensuring data-driven decisions enhance custo...
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Principal Enterprise Architect
$154K - $208K *
Unlock your potential as you shape the architecture for consumer-facing platforms, driving innovation in AI and DTC technology. Collaborate across teams to establish standards and governance, ensuring...
2 weeks ago
$97K - $146K *
Elevate your design career by enriching our design system and creating AI-powered templates. Lead brand initiatives, manage creative requests, and produce engaging materials across various channels to...
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$78K - $105K *
Empower the brand's visual identity by creating impactful designs across digital and print channels. Lead projects from conception to execution, ensuring quality and alignment with brand strategy whil...
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Principal Design Program Manager, International Packaging
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in shaping global healthcare packaging design. As a Principal Design Program Manager, you'll establish frameworks and standards, drive strategic decisions, and ensure seamless collabor...
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Frontend Engineer - Design Systems
$140K - $158K *
Partner with us to enhance design systems by building shared components and patterns. Collaborate with designers and engineers to create accessible, user-friendly interfaces that elevate product exper...
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Senior Staff Product Designer, Core
$195K - $237K *
Optimize the renter experience across digital platforms by leading design initiatives, balancing innovation with maintenance, and setting high standards for visual and interaction design. Collaborate...
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Senior Staff Product Designer, Core
$162K - $196K *
Pioneer the renter experience across digital platforms, balancing innovation and maintenance. Set design standards, leverage AI tools, and influence product direction while mentoring fellow designers...
3 weeks ago
$108K - $130K *
Lead the charge in developing and implementing material strategies that enhance sustainability and compliance across states, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize recycling and recover...
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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.