Welcome to our dedicated page for Design Director jobs. As a Design Director, you are responsible for leading, developing, and executing the strategic design vision for a company or brand. This often involves coordinating with other departments, mentoring team members, and overseeing the creative process from concept to completion.
As a Design Director, you typically oversee a team of designers and work closely with marketing, sales, and product development teams to ensure brand and product consistency. You may also be involved in hiring, training, and mentoring team members to foster a high-performing design team.
A successful career as a Design Director can lead to opportunities such as Chief Design Officer or even Executive Creative Director, depending on the structure of the company. Whatever your career aspirations, Ladders $100K+ Club is here to support your career growth.
$190K - $270K *
Shape the future of restaurant technology by leading end-to-end design, collaborating with engineers and product leaders, and creating intuitive experiences that empower local businesses to thrive in...
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Director, Product Designer, Consumer Experience
$165K - $196K *
Shape industry-leading consumer experiences as you design and guide a high-performing team, translating complex product mechanics into engaging interfaces that enhance user satisfaction and drive busi...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Director, Product Designer, Consumer Experience
$165K - $196K *
Shape exceptional consumer experiences by leading innovative design strategies that blend technology and user needs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate product quality, engage users, a...
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$85K - $100K *
Empower our brand's visual storytelling across diverse channels as you collaborate with Marketing and Creative teams to craft compelling campaigns, presentations, and digital experiences that drive en...
2 weeks ago
$220K - $230K *
Transform visual storytelling by leading design excellence across multi-channel campaigns. Collaborate with creative teams to craft impactful identities and innovative solutions that resonate with aud...
Reposted 1 week ago
Director, Architecture Product Design
$132K - $246K *
Join a team that's elevating architectural design excellence through innovative practices. Lead the development of scalable design systems, ensuring aesthetic quality aligns with technical feasibility...
4 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate design standards by leading projects from concept to completion, ensuring exceptional client relationships and a collaborative approach in crafting engaging interior spaces. Oversee teams whil...
1 week ago
Creative Director, Design (Hybrid)
$140K - $160K *
Drive brand identity and visual strategy while collaborating across teams to craft engaging, high-impact experiences for both internal and partner brands. Lead the creative direction and ensure cohesi...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $200K *
Lead the evolution of innovative packaging design across multiple brands. Drive creative excellence from concept to execution, managing a dynamic team while ensuring sustainability and regulatory comp...
3 weeks ago
$125K - $140K *
Design and drive retail display engineering solutions, ensuring functionality and cost-efficiency from concept through production. Collaborate across teams to deliver precise engineering outputs while...
Reposted 3 days ago
Principal Program Manager, Design Operations
$111K - $199K *
Join a team that's transforming design operations to enhance efficiency and collaboration. Leverage your experience to drive programs that boost team health and design impact, while navigating complex...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Director, Design - HOKA Performance Footwear
$154K - $208K *
Unlock potential by leading the design vision for HOKA’s performance footwear, driving innovation and excellence while guiding a team to create athlete-focused products that resonate in racing, road...
2 weeks ago
Director, Design - HOKA Performance Footwear
$154K - $208K *
Champion exceptional design for HOKA's Performance Footwear, driving innovation and product storytelling across diverse athletic categories. Lead a team of designers to create athlete-informed solutio...
3 weeks ago
Director, Product Design - AI & Context
$290K - $376K *
Shape the future of design by leading a multi-team group focused on advancing AI and Design Systems, inspiring your designers, and driving cross-functional initiatives for impactful product strategies...
2 days ago
Director, Product Design - AI & Context
$290K - $376K *
Lead the charge in empowering a dynamic design team focused on innovative AI solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to shape strategies, elevate design excellence, and drive impactful product devel...
2 days ago
$65K - $115K *
Pioneer innovative advertising concepts and campaigns, collaborating with a talented team in a dynamic environment to deliver impactful creative solutions across diverse mediums while influencing clie...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $100K *
Elevate creativity across projects by leading innovative concepts from inception to execution. Collaborate with a diverse team to craft visually stunning work that addresses marketing challenges and r...
3 weeks ago
$225K - $295K *
Drive impactful design strategies in user-centric product development, leading a talented design team to enhance fleet and workforce management solutions while ensuring excellence in AI integration an...
2 weeks ago
Program Director (The Machine)
$175K - $210K *
Lead the end-to-end delivery of innovative software solutions, managing implementation projects, client satisfaction, and team operations. Drive budgets, staff resources, and successful onboarding whi...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in the meticulous execution of diverse creative assets, ensuring technical precision and visual quality across print and digital mediums. Collaborate closely with creative teams and ex...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Elevate technical execution for swim, active, and lifestyle apparel, ensuring quality and fit from prototypes to production. Lead a team and collaborate cross-functionally to drive consistency and eff...
2 days ago
Project Designer (Interior Design/Architecture)
$75K - $100K *
Engage your creativity and expertise by working on diverse architectural projects. Contribute to design from concept to completion, collaborating with teams and clients to deliver exceptional outcomes...
1 week ago
Design Systems Product Designer
$150K - $180K *
Help us shape the future of design systems at scale. Drive initiatives from vision to execution, ensuring high-quality, composable components across platforms, while collaborating with cross-functiona...
1 week ago
$190K - $230K *
Innovate the brand experience by driving cohesive storytelling through creative campaigns. Lead a talented team to enhance brand presence across all touchpoints, ensuring every interaction reflects Cy...
4 days ago
$190K - $230K *
Lead and enhance brand storytelling across campaigns. Collaborate with teams to ensure cohesive brand presence, drive creative direction, and develop a high-performing creative team to elevate brand i...
4 days ago
What qualifications do I need to become a Design Director?
Typically, a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field is required. However, significant experience in the design field and demonstrated leadership abilities can be just as important.
What is the salary range for a Design Director?
While it can vary widely depending on the company, sector, and region, Design Director salaries at the Ladders $100K+ Club typically start at $100,000 annually.
What skills are crucial for a Design Director?
Design Directors need to be proficient in various graphic design software and have excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills. A keen eye for aesthetic details and design is paramount.