Design Director

Job Summary

Leading with vision and hands-on execution, the remote Design Director will shape the quality of design work, mentor the design team, and drive strategic project success while collaborating with cross-functional partners.

Key responsibilities

• Balance leadership with hands-on design execution, providing actionable feedback and raising the bar for design excellence
• Serve as a trusted design advisor to clients, managing feedback and building strong relationships throughout the design process
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive design culture while mentoring team members and representing the company in the design community

Required qualifications

• Proven experience managing and mentoring design teams through complex challenges while maintaining high-quality output
• Strong communication and presentation skills to align and influence diverse stakeholders
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive business priorities and deliver tangible value
• Active engagement in the design community, sharing insights through articles, panels, and thought leadership
• Knowledge of change management and service design principles