Design Director
Elmwood Brand & Design Consultancy, New York, NY, United States
Overview
At Elmwood, we believe in building brands with intent. Finely tuned it reveals the real questions, unlocks untapped potential, and builds meaningful and memorable brands. As we continue to grow our client portfolio, we have an exciting opportunity for an accomplished Design Director to join us in our New York studio. You will be an accomplished Design Director with extensive experience in consumer-led and corporate brands who will be managing the creative delivery across key accounts. You understand how big ideas relate to brand success and will drive points of view that build iconic brands in this client-facing role.
Responsibilities
You proactively support the Creative Director in the delivery of award-winning, strategic creative work
You help manage the creative output on projects looking beyond the client brief
You're a multi-tasker and can juggle multiple projects
You're competent in your craft, and aware of wider design trends
You actively and eagerly champion day-to-day client needs and manage a team of designers
You are enthusiastic, ego-free and collaborative teammate
You encourage learning and teamwork amongst the creative team and drive ambition for creative excellence
You are great with and in front of clients, as a consultative partner
You are confident in front of clients, as a seasoned storyteller
Who you are
An empathetic leader who defines team responsibilities, clarifies project scope, and ensures alignment on next steps
A strategic thinker who connects big ideas to brand success, knowing when to challenge client briefs while staying true to their objectives
A meticulous creative with an eye for craft and detail
A strong communicator, adept at collaborating across Strategy, Production, and Client Services teams
A proactive self-starter with a curious mindset, always anticipating what's next for brands and clients
Highly organized, making quick, informed decisions with confidence
A natural problem solver, tackling challenges with creativity and strategic insight
Requirements
You have previous experience working in a similar agency environment as a Design Director, or are operating at that level as a Senior Designer and are ready to take the next step
You have worked with established global clients with a portfolio spanning packaging design and brand world activation
You have experience in managing junior, middleweight and senior designers
You can lead a design critique, providing constructive, and honest feedback to build the team's confidence
You demonstrate an understanding of the value of motion in a digitally driven world and have experience within motion design
You are accomplished in building consumer brand systems, with deep understanding of the nuances across mass, challenger and retail brands
You are knowledgeable of print production considerations, able to navigate deliverables for both digital and print spaces seamlessly
Benefits We care about our people, and that's why we create a collaborative culture where new thinking is celebrated, ambition is supported, and people are rewarded for their contribution. Whilst a competitive package, professional development and the opportunity to shape our next chapter is all standard here at elmwood, we thought we would highlight a few of our favourite benefits:
Responsible Paid Time Off (RPTO)
12 paid holidays
5 paid sick/wellness days
2 paid personal days
A comprehensive medical, dental and vision plan (including family coverage)
Life and disability insurance
Flexible spending account for medical expenses
Commuter benefits program
401k plan with company matching up to 4.5%, employees start receiving matching contributions after 3 months of employment
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Responsibilities
You proactively support the Creative Director in the delivery of award-winning, strategic creative work
You help manage the creative output on projects looking beyond the client brief
You're a multi-tasker and can juggle multiple projects
You're competent in your craft, and aware of wider design trends
You actively and eagerly champion day-to-day client needs and manage a team of designers
You are enthusiastic, ego-free and collaborative teammate
You encourage learning and teamwork amongst the creative team and drive ambition for creative excellence
You are great with and in front of clients, as a consultative partner
You are confident in front of clients, as a seasoned storyteller
Who you are
An empathetic leader who defines team responsibilities, clarifies project scope, and ensures alignment on next steps
A strategic thinker who connects big ideas to brand success, knowing when to challenge client briefs while staying true to their objectives
A meticulous creative with an eye for craft and detail
A strong communicator, adept at collaborating across Strategy, Production, and Client Services teams
A proactive self-starter with a curious mindset, always anticipating what's next for brands and clients
Highly organized, making quick, informed decisions with confidence
A natural problem solver, tackling challenges with creativity and strategic insight
Requirements
You have previous experience working in a similar agency environment as a Design Director, or are operating at that level as a Senior Designer and are ready to take the next step
You have worked with established global clients with a portfolio spanning packaging design and brand world activation
You have experience in managing junior, middleweight and senior designers
You can lead a design critique, providing constructive, and honest feedback to build the team's confidence
You demonstrate an understanding of the value of motion in a digitally driven world and have experience within motion design
You are accomplished in building consumer brand systems, with deep understanding of the nuances across mass, challenger and retail brands
You are knowledgeable of print production considerations, able to navigate deliverables for both digital and print spaces seamlessly
Benefits We care about our people, and that's why we create a collaborative culture where new thinking is celebrated, ambition is supported, and people are rewarded for their contribution. Whilst a competitive package, professional development and the opportunity to shape our next chapter is all standard here at elmwood, we thought we would highlight a few of our favourite benefits:
Responsible Paid Time Off (RPTO)
12 paid holidays
5 paid sick/wellness days
2 paid personal days
A comprehensive medical, dental and vision plan (including family coverage)
Life and disability insurance
Flexible spending account for medical expenses
Commuter benefits program
401k plan with company matching up to 4.5%, employees start receiving matching contributions after 3 months of employment
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