Design Director: Brand Experience & Systems Leader

Makemarks; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 106,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Makemarks is seeking a Design Director in Chicago to lead teams across branding, packaging, and omnichannel campaigns. You will own projects from concept through execution, mentor designers, and present to clients, shaping strategy into compelling brand experiences with craft and commercial impact.

You bring 8+ years in branding and packaging, expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Keynote, and PowerPoint, and a track record of elevating teams and client relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field.
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Keynote, and PowerPoint.
• A portfolio demonstrating excellence across branding, packaging, and omnichannel campaigns.
• Years of experience in brand, packaging, or integrated design.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams and shape ideas, from concept through execution.
• Present concepts to clients and guide creative direction.
• Mentor Designers and Senior Designers through feedback and coaching.
• Build and sustain brand identities across packaging, retail, and digital touchpoints.

Skills

Creative leadership

Coach-Player leadership

Design excellence & craft

Client leadership & communication

Omnichannel thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Keynote

PowerPoint

Job description

Makemarks is seeking a Design Director in Chicago to lead teams across branding, packaging, and omnichannel campaigns. You will own projects from concept through execution, mentor designers, and present to clients, shaping strategy into compelling brand experiences with craft and commercial impact.

You bring 8+ years in branding and packaging, expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Keynote, and PowerPoint, and a track record of elevating teams and client relationships.