Hybrid Design Director — Craft & Growth Leadership

DEPT; Amsterdam; Hybride; EUR 110 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible hybrid policy

Vacation days (24+)

Learning Menu & Programs

Health & wellness contributions

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Résumé du poste

DEPT® is seeking an Associate Design Director for Amsterdam/Rotterdam, hybrid, to lead craft vision and strategic design direction across major accounts. You’ll mentor talent, influence senior stakeholders and represent the studio externally, shaping the future of the design practice.

You’ll bring 10+ years in visual/UI/UX, strong leadership, and proficiency in English, with a track record of elevating craft and delivering exceptional digital experiences.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in visual/UI/UX design with leadership.
• Portfolio showing strategic impact and systems thinking.
• Strategic thinker influencing product, design and business decisions.
• Recognised design voice elevating craft and community.
• Mentorship mindset with coaching and knowledge sharing.
• Curious about tools, AI workflows, motion and trends.
• Deep understanding of visual principles, accessibility and modern interactions.
• Mastery of Figma and design systems; motion skills a plus.
• Confident communicator with English proficiency.

Responsabilités

• Own craft direction across complex projects and accounts.
• Raise the bar by defining standards and processes.
• Guide clients and teams with high-level creative direction.
• Drive innovation through experimentation and curiosity.
• Shape the design practice and mentor teams.
• Support pitches with strong creative POVs tied to business impact.
• Represent DEPT externally through talks, posts and publications.

Connaissances

UI/UX design

Leadership

Strategy

Mentorship

Figma

Design systems

Communication

Accessibility

Motion design

English proficiency

Outils

Jitter

After Effects

Description du poste

DEPT® is seeking an Associate Design Director for Amsterdam/Rotterdam, hybrid, to lead craft vision and strategic design direction across major accounts. You’ll mentor talent, influence senior stakeholders and represent the studio externally, shaping the future of the design practice.

You’ll bring 10+ years in visual/UI/UX, strong leadership, and proficiency in English, with a track record of elevating craft and delivering exceptional digital experiences.