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.
Director, Product - HOKA Road Footwear
$154K - $208K *
Transform the footwear experience for road runners by leading a dynamic team in creating cutting-edge performance solutions. Drive collaboration, innovation, and consumer insights to establish a compe...
2 weeks ago
$115K - $140K *
Transform client partnerships as a strategic leader, guiding large experiential programs to achieve growth and excellence while mentoring cross-functional teams and driving financial performance acros...
3 weeks ago
$115K - $140K *
Transform client partnerships by leading high-impact teams, driving integrated experiential programs while ensuring financial performance and operational excellence for sustained growth and success ac...
3 weeks ago
$89K - $101K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of visual branding by creating impactful designs that elevate TAAF's initiatives, ensuring cohesive brand representation across all platforms while collaborating...
Today
$100K - $130K *
Lead the charge in executing large-scale construction projects while mentoring talent and fostering client relationships. Oversee all project phases from planning to warranty, ensuring safety and oper...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$150K - $165K *
Join a team that's redefining design excellence across a vast portfolio. Leverage your leadership skills to elevate quality, shape environments, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders in a fast-pac...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Elevate user experience strategy by directing research and guiding cross-functional teams. Enhance digital presence and mentor colleagues to ensure exceptional interactions across diverse platforms an...
1 week ago
Sr. Mechanical Designer (On-Site)
$75K - $95K *
Drive innovative design solutions as a key player in engineering projects. Leverage your expertise in mechanical systems and lead collaborative efforts to ensure timely, high-quality project completio...
3 weeks ago
Senior Art Director, Brand Experience - Temporary
$111K - $156K *
Engage as a Senior Art Director, creating impactful, performance-driven creative solutions across digital channels to drive client success with innovative strategies and audience-focused content...
Today
Senior Art Director, Brand Experience - Temporary
$111K - $156K *
Lead the charge in creating performance-driven creative solutions, collaborating with teams to drive client goals through engaging concepts across diverse channels while ensuring brand alignment...
Today
$90K - $120K *
Manage the design and development of retail spaces, transforming concepts into functional solutions while collaborating across teams to enhance brand alignment and user experience. Oversee projects fr...
2 weeks ago
Director of Talent, Hiring & People Ops
$100K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team to architect scalable talent systems that empower growth and enhance team performance. Drive strategic recruitment, engage talent, and create impactful people operations aligning w...
Reposted today
$80K - $120K *
Partner with us to enhance interactive experiences by leveraging your Unreal Engine and Blueprints expertise. Collaborate closely with artists and developers to optimize content, create engaging mater...
3 weeks ago
$70K - $95K *
Help us transform ideas into impactful designs by supporting early-phase planning and rendering. Collaborate closely with a mission-driven team to innovate architectural concepts while integrating the...
Reposted yesterday
$190K - $220K *
Lead logistics and supply chain operations for a growing brand across Americas. Drive team performance, optimize processes, and enhance collaboration to achieve key metrics and business goals in a fas...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Associate Creative Director, Marketing
$120K - $150K *
Reimagine Range's creative strategy as you lead in-house advertising, ensuring compelling, cohesive, and modern campaigns resonate across all channels while collaborating with teams to elevate brand p...
3 weeks ago
$201K - $252K *
Lead and develop a talented design team, shape UX strategy for data products, and drive AI design integration while fostering collaboration across teams to transform complex workflows for technical us...
1 week ago
$201K - $252K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of AI-powered data products by leading the product design efforts. Empower and develop designers, drive UX strategy, and influence product direction within a dyna...
2 weeks ago
$250K - $270K *
Join a team that's committed to driving substantial revenue growth by building strong agency partnerships and delivering innovative programmatic solutions to meet client needs in the dynamic advertisi...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$140K - $190K *
Lead the charge in crafting engaging web experiences that delight users of all ages. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex challenges into memorable digital solutions while push...
Today
$90K - $110K *
Partner with us to drive project management excellence, ensuring timely delivery of complex campaigns while fostering collaboration across teams in a fast-paced agency environment...
3 weeks ago
$140K - $190K *
Deliver exceptional web experiences by creating user-centered designs while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. Contribute to innovative digital solutions that drive customer engagement and r...
Today
Lead Designer - Consumer Products (Dolls Style Guide)
$90K - $120K *
Transform creative visions into visual reality as a Lead Designer, driving influential brand assets for licensed products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create compelling style guides tha...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Elevate our brand's creative vision by leading a talented team to produce compelling narratives and visually stunning campaigns across various platforms, enhancing global engagement while maintaining...
Reposted today
Product and Design Lead, Canopie (Remote)
$100K - $130K *
Empower a mission-driven team by leading the design and product strategy for a maternal health platform, ensuring a seamless user experience that enhances retention and engagement through innovative d...
3 weeks 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.