Design Lead: Creative Vision & Systems Leadership

twentysix; General Trias; Hybrid; PHP 7,385,000 - 10,462,000; Full time

Job summary

AKQA is seeking an experienced Design Lead to guide a world-class design team, shaping digital product experiences for a high-visibility travel brand. You will lead design systems, mentor designers, and collaborate with UX, strategy, and development to deliver cohesive, scalable solutions that delight users worldwide.

Based in a hybrid capacity, this role emphasizes hands-on leadership, collaboration, and a strong point of view on concept development and visual language across platforms.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in UI design, art direction, or a related field.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor design teams.
• Expertise in creating and evolving design systems for scalable products.
• Strong knowledge of UI, mobile, and responsive design principles.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to clients and stakeholders.
• Experience collaborating with UX and development teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on leadership and creative direction for design teams.
• Oversee creation and evolution of complex design systems.
• Shape the creative vision for digital platforms aligned with client goals.
• Collaborate with UX, strategy, and development to deliver cohesive solutions.
• Present concepts and design solutions to clients with clarity and insight.
• Mentor junior and mid-level designers for growth.
• Contribute to a culture of creative excellence across all work.

Skills

UI design

Art direction

Design systems

Team leadership

Communication

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Tools

Figma

Design system libraries

Job description

AKQA is seeking an experienced Design Lead to guide a world-class design team, shaping digital product experiences for a high-visibility travel brand. You will lead design systems, mentor designers, and collaborate with UX, strategy, and development to deliver cohesive, scalable solutions that delight users worldwide.

Based in a hybrid capacity, this role emphasizes hands-on leadership, collaboration, and a strong point of view on concept development and visual language across platforms.