Design Director - Consumer Products

Confidential Jobs; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Jobs is seeking a Design Director in Austin, TX to lead and shape our design strategy across products while upholding brand vision and market relevance. You will allocate resources, mentor a team of designers, and drive best-in-class creative processes from concept to execution.

The role requires a strong track record in design leadership, a diverse portfolio, and excellence in communication. Expect a fast-paced environment with emphasis on strategic impact and design excellence.

Qualifications

• Passion for being part of a creative, dynamic company.
• Proven track record of successful design leadership, including managing teams and overseeing complex design projects.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating a diverse range of design work and a deep understanding of current trends and market dynamics.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail and a passion for design excellence.
• Proficiency in design software and tools, including Adobe Creative Suite; Experience in PLM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design team in creating innovative and trend-setting products that meet customer needs and market demands.
• Oversee the entire design process from concept to execution, ensuring high-quality, on time, and on-brand outcomes.
• Manage and mentor a team of designers, providing guidance, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
• Explore various design directions, materials, and techniques to develop diverse and engaging initial concepts.
• Experiment with different visual styles and approaches to push creative boundaries and explore new possibilities.
• Conduct research on market trends, competitor products, and cultural influences to ensure designs are relevant and impactful.
• Build process maps and SOPs for best in class creative processes and Tech Pack development.
• Analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and competitor activity to inform design decisions and maintain a competitive edge.
• Ensure timely delivery of design projects while maintaining high standards of quality and consistency.
• Allocate team resources according to business demands and adjust team priorities and deadlines as necessary.
• Act as the Category Leader to partner with cross functional teams to bring a design focused point of view and help drive the best assortments possible.

Skills

Design leadership

Portfolio development

Strategic thinking

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Team motivation

Education

BA/BS in Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

PLM

Job description

The Design Director will be responsible for leading and managing the design team, shaping the overall design strategy, and ensuring that our product offerings align with the company’s brand vision, market trends, and commerciality. The ideal candidate will have a strong creative hand, a critical eye for upholding standards and accuracy, a bias towards action in a fast-paced environment, and experience allocating resources and process mapping across competing priorities.

About the Role

The Design Director will be responsible for leading and managing the design team, shaping the overall design strategy, and ensuring that our product offerings align with the company’s brand vision, market trends, and commerciality.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design team in creating innovative and trend-setting products that meet customer needs and market demands.
• Oversee the entire design process from concept to execution, ensuring high-quality, on time, and on-brand outcomes.
• Manage and mentor a team of designers, providing guidance, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
• Explore various design directions, materials, and techniques to develop diverse and engaging initial concepts.
• Experiment with different visual styles and approaches to push creative boundaries and explore new possibilities.
• Conduct research on market trends, competitor products, and cultural influences to ensure designs are relevant and impactful.
• Build process maps and SOPs for best in class creative processes and Tech Pack development.
• Analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and competitor activity to inform design decisions and maintain a competitive edge.
• Ensure timely delivery of design projects while maintaining high standards of quality and consistency.
• Allocate team resources according to business demands and adjust team priorities and deadlines as necessary.
• Act as the Category Leader to partner with cross functional teams to bring a design focused point of view and help drive the best assortments possible.

Qualification

Ideal candidate would:

• Passion for being part of a creative, dynamic company.
• Proven track record of successful design leadership, including managing teams and overseeing complex design projects.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating a diverse range of design work and a deep understanding of current trends and market dynamics.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail and a passion for design excellence.
• Proficiency in design software and tools, including Adobe Creative Suite; Experience in PLM preferred.

Education

4 year BA or BS college degree with at least 10 years of Design experience; at least 5 years in a leadership role.