Design Director - UI

Synergy Interactive; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Director of UI and Product Design to lead the creation of exceptional design experiences across various platforms. This role requires extensive experience in the luxury fashion industry and a strong focus on UI and visual design. The ideal candidate will excel in client-facing interactions, articulating digital strategies to executive stakeholders. Join a forward-thinking team that values elegance and creativity in design, and play a pivotal role in guiding digital transformation initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the luxury fashion sector.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in the luxury fashion industry is essential.
• Strong focus on UI, visual, and product design, not marketing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation of UI and product design experiences.
• Act as a key client-facing partner presenting design strategies.

Skills

luxury fashion industry experience

UI design

visual design

product design

presentation skills

communication skills

Job description

Job Description

Lead the creation of world-class UI and product design experiences across websites, mobile platforms, and apps. Act as a key client-facing partner, presenting and communicating design strategy and execution with confidence. Deliver elegant, high-end visual design solutions that align with luxury fashion aesthetics. Guide digital transformation initiatives from a UI/visual standpoint.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Extensive luxury fashion industry experience — candidates with experience at brands like Nike, Adidas, or similar sporty labels will not be considered.
• Background supporting luxury fashion brands either in-house or via top-tier digital agencies.
• Heavy focus on UI, visual, and product design — this is not a marketing or campaign creative role.
• Strong agency experience preferred.
• Strong presentation and communication skills; must be highly client-facing.
• Able to effectively articulate digital strategy and creative direction to executive stakeholders.

Location Preferences

• Best case: Hybrid in Seattle, WA (2–3 days/week)

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Design, Advertising, and Art/Creative

Industries

• Advertising Services, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting