Design Director

Summary

Join Resident's in-house creative team as a Design Director, leading and mentoring a team of graphic designers. Elevate the brand through compelling, conversion-driven design across all channels. Collaborate with the Creative Director on brand guidelines and creative strategies. Audit workflows and implement more efficient processes. Develop comprehensive templates and guides, training the team on best practices. Analyze creative performance and refine design strategies. Partner with print vendors to ensure quality output. Present design concepts clearly and confidently. Stay current on industry trends. Travel to meet the team in-person six times a year. This remote position requires US residency and authorization to work in the US. The salary range is $140,000-$160,000.

Requirements

• 8+ years of professional design experience, with at least 4 years in a leadership role
• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, or related field
• Exceptional portfolio demonstrating design mastery across channels
• Experience with brand strategy and identity development; keen sense of market and consumer dynamics
• Deep understanding of print production processes and vendor management
• Expert level hands-on experience with Figma, leading collaborative design processes
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to pitch creative ideas to stakeholders
• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on innovation
• Able and willing to travel as necessary

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of graphic designers, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and growth
• Review and approve all outgoing design work across channels, including POP, web design, paid media assets, organic social, email marketing, and more
• Collaborate with the Creative Director to build upon newly established brand guidelines and further develop our creative strategies
• Audit the current workflow and transition the team to a more efficient one
• Develop comprehensive templates and guides, train the team on best practices
• Lead the development of new brand systems
• Analyze creative performance, leveraging insights to refine design strategies for improved engagement and sales
• Partner directly with print vendors to ensure quality output
• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously
• Present design concepts with clarity and confidence
• Stay current on industry trends, materials, and technologies
• Traveling to meet the team in-person 6 times a year

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with AI programs is a plus
• Experience in the interiors industry is a plus

Benefits

• Remote-first workplace (since 2016!)
• Competitive Salary
• Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
• HSA company contributions
• 401K with company match component
• Take what you need Paid Time Off
• Wellness benefits
• WFH office and cell phone/internet stipend
• A FREE MATTRESS plus an awesome Friends and Family discount!