Design Director

Limitless Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative content agency is seeking a Design Director to inspire and lead a creative team. This role involves setting the vision for design across various content channels and working directly with clients. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in senior design roles and a portfolio showcasing strong visual design work. This full-time position is based in Bristol with a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Design Director or similar senior design role.
• Strong portfolio showcasing print and digital content design.
• Skilled at developing creative concepts and visual ideas that solve client challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creative direction for content-driven projects.
• Generate innovative ideas and set the design vision.
• Oversee design of client content across multiple channels.
• Mentor and develop the design team.

Skills

Creative conceptualization

Leadership

Client management

Visual design

Job description

Job Title:

Design Director

Job Type:

Permanent, Full-Time

Location:

Bristol (Hybrid 3 days in office per week)

Salary:

£55,000 - £65,000

We are looking for a talented and experienced Design Director to join a leading content agency known for creativity, collaboration, and a strong focus on work-life balance.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead and inspire a creative team, setting the vision for outstanding design across a wide range of content, including both print and digital channels.

What You’ll Be Doing

1. Leading the creative direction for a variety of content-driven projects from concept to delivery
2. Generating innovative ideas and setting the design vision to ensure work is fresh, engaging, and consistent across print and digital channels
3. Overseeing the design of client content across multiple channels
4. Working directly with clients, presenting ideas, and managing relationships to ensure creative solutions meet their objectives
5. Mentoring and developing the design team, championing best practices and innovation
6. Reviewing and refining creative output to meet client objectives and exceed expectations
7. Supporting pitches and presentations for new business opportunities

What You’ll Need

1. Proven experience as a Design Director, Creative Lead, or similar senior design role, preferably within an agency or content-led business
2. A strong portfolio showcasing print and digital content design
3. Skilled at developing creative concepts and visual ideas that solve client challenges
4. Experience supporting new business pitches is a plus but not essential

How to Apply

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We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and supported.

All applications will be acknowledged, and we aim to respond within 7 days, ensuring a swift and respectful recruitment process.