Job description
Our client, a global CPG brand is looking for a Digital Creative Director. This is a direct hire opportunity that is fully remote. Preferred candidates are located in MDT or PST time zones.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work with the design team to develop design concepts, gather information, discuss alternatives, gain approval and review design specifications
Responsible for brand digital experience including website, eCommerce, and email
Manage a team and be hands-on designing beautiful, useful, and desirable digital and brand experiences
Fluency in understanding and interpreting strategy to developing initial concepts Strong understanding of digital platforms as well as their use within marketing
Exceptional design skills, including layout, typography, photography, video, motion, design patterns, and copywriting
Create user-centered designs by considering analysis, customer feedback, site metrics, and usability findings
Understand information architecture, interface, and interaction flow of applications and experiences
Develop conceptual diagrams, wireframes, visual mockups, and prototypes Work with project managers to plan projects for effective delivery while maintaining high standards for design
Be a passionate and effective advocate for design with non-design audiences
Qualifications:
8-10+ years’ of experience leading creative, exhibiting thoughtful leadership in creative and design trends
Experience as a creative lead for a top-tier website
Deep expertise working on mobile-first, responsive websites
Experience building and implementing visual design systems for websites including code-based design systems and style guides
Demonstrated ability to guide, develop and retain a growing team, set goals, delegate responsibilities, hold teams accountable for outcomes, and provide feedback
Experience working in a collaborative team and working directly with developers for implementation of designs
Experience using best practices for mobile and web-based information architecture and design, as well as knowledge of usability principles and techniques
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Bachelor’s degree in Interaction
Design, Graphic Design, or equivalent design-related field
An outstanding portfolio that showcases your expertise and fit for this role
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Fluency and experience in the design thinking process
Experience with research and human-centered design with a portfolio or samples of work demonstrating experience creating user-centered design solutions
Ability to extract complex concepts and quickly turn around rigorous flows and mockups reflecting a range of options
Visual design expertise demonstrated through mockups and style guides
Additional design skills in related fields, including art direction, filmmaking, motion design, and prototyping
Experience in designing cross platform experiences
Ability to drive the design review cycle and close on design requirements independently
Experience working in design consulting where presentation to clients and executives are core proficiencies
Proficiency in presenting design work to user experience teams, product and engineering teams, and executives for review and feedback.
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