Design Director

Core Competencies

• Leadership and Management:
• Lead and mentor a team of designers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.

• Provide clear direction and constructive feedback to ensure the team’s growth and success.
• Challenge and support your team to learn, grow and build their skill sets in design and design strategy

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  Creative Strategy and Execution:
• Develop and articulate creative strategies using that aligns with client goals and brand positioning.
• Must exhibit a strong understanding of design systems, particularly in their application to brand portfolios.
• Proven experience in photography art direction, particularly in the context of food packaging.
• Oversee the design process from concept to final delivery, ensuring creative excellence and consistency across all touchpoints.
• Balance hands-on design work with oversight responsibilities, contributing to key projects.

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  Client Engagement:
• Act as a primary creative contact for key clients, build strong relationships and understand business objectives.
• Know how to communicate design strategy as it relates to concept evaluation and presentation
• Collaborate with account teams to ensure client satisfaction and successful project outcomes.

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  Innovation & Trends:
• Stay current with design trends, industry developments, and emerging technologies.
• Encourage the team to explore innovative approaches, pushing the boundaries of creativity.
• Lead the agency in developing new capabilities and offers that align with market demands.

Qualifications

• Experience:
• 8+ years of experience in a design leadership role, with a strong portfolio highlighting successful projects in brand packaging design.
• Track record of leading teams and delivering exceptional design solutions.

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  Skills:
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite and other relevant design tools.
• Strong understanding of brand strategy, packaging design, and visual communication.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client management skills.
• Ability to think strategically and translate client objectives into compelling design solutions.

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  Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.
• Master’s degree is a plus.

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  Personal Attributes:
• A passion for design and a deep understanding of its role in brand building.
• A collaborative spirit and a willingness to lead by example.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Versatile communicator and team builder.

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  Flexible work arrangements, including work-from-home options and flexible hours, for certain roles;
• Generous PTO/Floating Holidays, Paid Holidays, and Paid Parental Leave to support work-life balance;
• Health, well-being, and retirement benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance;
• 100% employer-paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance;
• Voluntary Life Insurance for additional coverage for yourself, partner, and children;
• Voluntary Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance (STD and LTD) for added financial protection;
• 401(k) plan with a generous employer match to help you plan for your future;