Freelance Design Director – Brand & Experiential Lead

Complex NTWRK

Los Angeles (CA)

On-site

USD 125,000 - 138,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Complex is seeking a freelance Design Director to elevate the Branded Art and Design team. You will ideate and execute deliverables across digital, print, apparel, and experiential projects, translating cultural insights into iconic visuals that align with the Complex brand identity.

You will mentor designers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and push creative boundaries in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

6-8 years of graphic design and art direction experience at an agency, culturally adjacent media publisher, or in-house brand.
Strong technical skillset with ability to execute from concept ideation to finished execution bringing a wide range of deliverables to life.
Excellent communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

Mentor and lead: concept and pitch work to internal and external teams; translate concepts to campaigns.
Collaborate with design leaders, account managers, experiential and product to create a visual roadmap.
Execute projects from concept to launch within existing brand guidelines and Complex visual ID.
Present work to senior leadership and brand clients as needed; sell concepts.
Translate large campaign initiatives into display and social deliverables; support apparel design.