Freelance Design Director: Brand Strategy Leader

Landor; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading design agency is seeking a Freelance Design Director in Cincinnati. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in branding and over 8 years of creative management experience. Responsibilities include leading a creative team, driving design strategy, and building relationships with clients. The agency promotes a hybrid work model, adapting to flexibility needs during hiring. Join us to shape extraordinary design solutions across various sectors, including CPG and Health & Wellness.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Design Director experience in branding.
• 8+ years of broad creative and management experience with global sophistication.
• Proven experience leading cross-discipline teams and design leaders.
• Passion for CPG, Home Care, Health & Wellness, Food & Beverage, and Beauty sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a creative team, fostering innovation and excellence.
• Drive design strategy and execution while engaging hands-on.
• Act as a strong design advocate, building client and team relationships.
• Apply strategic business acumen for impactful brand solutions.
• Champion communication and collaboration across disciplines.

Skills

Design Leadership

Brand Storytelling

Creative Strategy

Team Mentorship

Client Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Graphic Design or related field

Tools

Design Software

Job description

A leading design agency is seeking a Freelance Design Director in Cincinnati. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in branding and over 8 years of creative management experience. Responsibilities include leading a creative team, driving design strategy, and building relationships with clients. The agency promotes a hybrid work model, adapting to flexibility needs during hiring. Join us to shape extraordinary design solutions across various sectors, including CPG and Health & Wellness.