Design Director

EMPLOYMENT HUB INTERNATIONAL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design agency in Singapore seeks an experienced Design Leader to drive creative vision and strategy. You will mentor a team of designers and oversee projects from concept to execution. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, a solid design background, and the ability to align projects with business objectives, ensuring high-quality outcomes. A competitive salary awaits the successful applicant in a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio showcasing creativity and understanding of design principles.
• Proven ability to lead and organize creative teams.
• Capacity to align design efforts with business goals.

Responsibilities

• Set overall design vision and strategy for the organization.
• Lead and mentor a creative team of designers.
• Oversee the entire design process for projects.
• Interface with clients and senior management.
• Ensure design consistency across all platforms.
• Resolve complex design and communication issues.

Skills

Creativity & Design Expertise

Leadership & Management

Strategic Thinking

Communication & Presentation

Technical Proficiency

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's or associate's degree in graphic design, fine arts, advertising, or a related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Design Vision & Strategy: Set the overall design vision and strategy for the organization, aligning it with business objectives.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship: Lead and mentor a creative team of designers, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages creativity and innovation.
• Project Oversight: Manage the entire design process for projects, from initial concept and strategy through to final implementation, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Client & Stakeholder Management: Interface with clients, senior management, and other departments to present designs, gather feedback, and ensure design goals are met.
• Quality & Consistency: Ensure design consistency across all platforms and projects, maintaining brand identity and high-quality visual aesthetics.
• Problem-Solving: Resolve complex design and communication issues, adapting to evolving client needs and market research.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Creativity & Design Expertise: A strong portfolio showcasing creativity, a deep understanding of design principles, and the ability to translate briefs into successful projects.
• Leadership & Management: Proven ability to lead, motivate, and organize creative teams, managing project workflows effectively.
• Strategic Thinking: The capacity to think strategically and align design efforts with broader business and organizational goals.
• Communication & Presentation: Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills to effectively interact with teams and clients.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud) and project management tools.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze market research and provide insights to improve design effectiveness.
• Education: A bachelor's or associate's degree in graphic design, fine arts, advertising, or a related field.
• Experience: Several years of senior-level or managerial experience in a design-related field.