Head of Design & Marketing

EMERGING BLUE

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

EMERGING BLUE in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a highly creative Head of Design & Marketing to lead the company’s design and marketing efforts. You will oversee the creative process from concept through execution, ensuring all visuals and copy align with the brand and long-term objectives.

This hands-on leadership role combines creative direction, branding, and design operations. You will manage an in-house team of three and multiple freelancers, collaborate with marketing, product development, sales,

Qualifications

10+ years in graphic design or related creative field.
5+ years in marketing and creative project leadership.
Proven ability to lead designers and freelance creatives.

Responsibilities

Lead the creative process from concept to execution with brand alignment.
Direct in-house team of three and multiple freelancers.
Hire, develop, manage, and inspire the creative team.
Collaborate with marketing, product, sales, and leadership to build cohesive campaigns.
Oversee visual assets, product imagery, video, and copywriting.
Present concepts and strategic rationale to executives.
Develop design systems, workflows, and processes.
Stay current on design, marketing, and furniture trends.

Skills

10+ years experience

Marketing experience

Creative leadership

Strong portfolio

Adobe Creative Suite

Branding principles

Communication skills

Project management

Detail oriented file management

Multitasking across projects

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design/related field

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

Job Description

Our client is a trendy, forward-thinking furniture manufacturer and one of the fastest-growing furniture brands in the US. They produce stylish, well-made furniture that is delivered directly to customers at competitive prices. The company is committed to high-quality products, exceptional service, and continued growth.

Head of Design & Marketing

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person (Brooklyn, NY)

The Role

Our client is looking for a highly creative and visionary Head of Design & Marketing to lead their design and marketing efforts. This individual will oversee the creative process from concept through execution while ensuring that all visual and written content aligns with the company's brand identity and long-term objectives.

This is a hands‑on leadership role that combines creative direction, team management, branding, marketing, and design operations. The successful candidate will manage an in-house creative team of three along with multiple freelance professionals, while collaborating closely with marketing, product development, sales, and executive leadership.

Responsibilities

Lead the creative process from concept through execution across a wide range of projects, ensuring consistency with brand identity
Manage and work directly with an in-house team of three as well as multiple freelance creative professionals
Hire, develop, manage, and inspire the creative team while effectively overseeing workloads and priorities
Collaborate with marketing, product development, sales, and other cross-functional teams to develop cohesive campaigns and marketing materials
Oversee the creation and editing of visual assets, including product photography, product imagery, lifestyle renderings, graphics, and video
Manage and organize thousands of image and creative files efficiently
Ensure all creative output and visual communications remain consistent with established brand guidelines
Manage product copywriting and ensure product descriptions include accurate details, relevant keywords, and required information
Assist with social media strategy and creative development across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Pinterest, and other platforms
Manage email marketing templates, promotional materials, and other marketing assets
Present creative concepts and strategic recommendations to executives, clearly communicating the rationale behind creative decisions and long-term goals
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards
Develop and improve design systems, workflows, and processes to increase efficiency and consistency
Stay current on design, marketing, furniture, interior design, and emerging technology trends
Identify creative and operational challenges and develop solutions independently

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in graphic design or a related creative field
5+ years of marketing experience
Proven experience leading creative projects and managing designers or other creative professionals
Strong portfolio demonstrating a range of creative projects across multiple media
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
Strong understanding of branding principles, creative direction, and marketing strategy
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational and file management skills with exceptional attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to independently find solutions when direction or answers are not readily available

Preferred