Darkroom is hiring a
Associate Director of Creative (UI/UX, Brand)

Summary

The Associate Director of Creative is a remote role in the EST Time Zone, reporting to the Director of Creative. The role involves managing a team of designers and leading 1-2 UI/UX design projects. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of senior-level design experience with at least 1 year of people management experience.

Requirements

3-6+ years of senior-level design experience, with at least 1 year of people management experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of designers, starting with 2-4 direct reports and expanding as the team grows
• Provide support in strategy, project management, design feedback, performance evaluation, and handling escalations
• Conduct weekly 1:1s with direct reports to assess client health, offer feedback, and oversee career development
• Ensure high-quality work output from direct reports, focusing on visual craft, UX expertise, and meeting deadlines
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketers, strategists, developers, and clients, to develop project plans, understand business objectives, and address client issues
• Refine internal processes for client work in coordination with the Director of Creative. Provide training and feedback to enhance the skills of the design team

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in e-commerce or hospitality website design, familiarity with HTML/CSS or frameworks like Tailwind

Benefits

• Unlimited Vacation Policy, and Holidays
• Remote-first culture with a strong community base. With Hubs in LA, The Bay Area, New York, Philly, Sao Paulo, Lisbon, and Eastern Europe
• Endless opportunities for growth: Our agency is founded on an interdisciplinary approach, giving Darkroomers insights into services far beyond your job description. Grow your skills and interests beyond your niche and stay at the forefront of the industry through total immersion in cross-functional collaboration