Design Director: Lead Creative Vision & Mentorship

Business of Home; New York (NY); On-site; USD 155,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision coverage (

401(k) and commuter benefits

Job summary

Ovadia IDA in New York City is seeking a Design Director to own the creative vision and lead the studio's design team in Manhattan. You will set the aesthetic point of view, approve concepts and materials, and mentor designers from senior to junior levels.

The role involves overseeing multiple concurrent projects, ensuring design intent aligns with budgets and schedules, and representing the studio in client presentations and industry awards. Regular NYC travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Design vision and leadership: set the design point of view for projects.
• Lead design reviews, approve concepts, finish palettes, and FF&E.
• Lead client presentations with clarity and confidence.
• Mentor Senior, Intermediate, and Junior Designers and interior team.
• Oversee design across multiple projects, ensuring budgets and schedules.

Job description

Ovadia IDA in New York City is seeking a Design Director to own the creative vision and lead the studio's design team in Manhattan. You will set the aesthetic point of view, approve concepts and materials, and mentor designers from senior to junior levels.

The role involves overseeing multiple concurrent projects, ensuring design intent aligns with budgets and schedules, and representing the studio in client presentations and industry awards. Regular NYC travel may be required.