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.
Senior Interior Designer - Aviation
$90K - $110K *
Join a team that's redefining the aviation and transit design space. You'll lead complex projects, mentor talented designers, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver innovative, functional desig...
1 week ago
$125K - $150K *
Drive enterprise-wide strategic initiatives by leading complex, high-value projects while ensuring alignment with organizational goals and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships across functions...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Shape the future of animation by developing original kids and family series, driving projects from concept to production. Collaborate closely with creative teams to foster innovative ideas that engage...
Reposted yesterday
$90K - $120K *
Lead the charge in animation development, overseeing original kids' series from concept to release. Shape engaging stories that connect with audiences aged 3-15 in a fast-paced creative environment wh...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Execute design and technical leadership on architectural projects, ensuring seamless coordination, mentorship of junior staff, and adherence to budget and schedule while fostering strong client and co...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Discover the art of simplifying complexity as you design intuitive user experiences. Collaborate with product and engineering teams to craft seamless workflows that enhance creativity and teamwork in...
Reposted yesterday
Project Manager, Interior Architecture & Design
$85K - $100K *
Optimize project delivery by leading innovative design teams from concept to construction. Manage budgets, maintain project health, and ensure client satisfaction, while mentoring junior staff and lia...
Reposted 2 days ago
Director, Group Product Management (Technical)
$160K - $287K *
Lead the charge in shaping technology product strategy for a Specialty Business Unit, managing end-to-end delivery and building a high-performing team while aligning product goals with overall enterpr...
3 weeks ago
Senior Product Designer - Top of Funnel
$126K - $207K *
Lead the charge in enhancing user experiences at scale, contributing to our Top of Funnel initiatives and driving innovative design solutions that empower our global member base to thrive and engage e...
2 weeks ago
Staff Product Manager, Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
$180K - $207K *
Shape the future of manufacturability reviews through AI, defining strategy and roadmap for DFM. Drive cross-functional initiatives, enhance workflow designs, and collaborate with data science to impr...
1 week ago
Staff Product Manager, Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of manufacturability at a B2B marketplace, leading AI-driven DFM strategy and innovation. Drive cross-functional collaboration to enhance product development and streamline workflows...
1 week ago
Staff Product Manager, Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
$180K - $207K *
Champion the future of manufacturability as you define and enhance the DFM strategy, leading cross-functional teams and driving AI-driven efficiencies for custom parts production. Your expertise will...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Director, Capital Project Delivery
$185K - $255K *
Drive impactful capital project delivery by leading a dynamic portfolio of infrastructure and facility projects, coordinating resources, managing costs, and ensuring operational alignment, all while b...
4 days ago
$75K - $100K *
Engage with us to lead production operations, ensuring quality and efficiency while driving team performance in a dynamic manufacturing environment focused on specialty coatings and adhesive products...
1 week ago
Physical Design Engineer, Reality Labs Silicon
$138K - $165K *
Join a team that optimizes silicon implementations for advanced wearable tech. Collaborate cross-functionally to lead the physical design process from floorplanning to tapeout, ensuring high-performan...
4 days ago
Physical Design Engineer, Reality Labs Silicon
$138K - $165K *
Lead the charge in optimizing silicon implementations as a Physical Design Engineer, driving physical design methodology and collaborating with teams to ensure performance targets are met for advanced...
4 days ago
Physical Design Engineer, Reality Labs Silicon
$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in transforming RTL designs into optimized silicon implementations across various physical design stages, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver efficient, high-performan...
4 days ago
Physical Design Engineer, Reality Labs Silicon
$130K - $155K *
Join a dynamic team to drive the physical design of complex ASICs, optimizing the path from RTL to silicon. Collaborate across disciplines to influence designs for next-gen wearable and spatial comput...
4 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Partner with us to drive impactful change by delivering innovative consulting solutions and strategies that enhance business performance across various sectors while collaborating with key stakeholder...
1 week ago
Project Design Engineer, Structural
$80K - $95K *
Manage structural projects across New York, oversee junior staff, and serve as primary client contact while ensuring design quality and collaboration within the team to shape departmental growth and s...
6 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's transforming finance with innovative product designs by leveraging AI. Collaborate with engineers and PMs to tackle complex tax challenges, prototype solutions, and enhance user exp...
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Principal PMM, Brand Narrative & Keynote
$135K - $160K *
Transform Ashby's brand narrative by crafting compelling messages across diverse audiences, working closely with leadership. Drive the storytelling process for key events and ensure coherence across p...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$190K - $250K *
Lead the charge in driving business growth by nurturing client relationships, delivering exceptional service, and mentoring teams for success. Your strategic mindset will unlock new opportunities and...
1 week ago
$114K - $196K *
Lead the charge in visual development for impactful campaigns, transforming strategy into stunning visuals that resonate across platforms, ensuring clarity and execution excellence from concept to pro...
4 weeks ago
Technical Program Manager, Architectural Elements
$115K - $140K *
Drive innovative hardware solutions as a Technical Program Manager, enhancing processes and ensuring timely delivery across robotics technologies, while collaborating with teams and external partners...
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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.