Group Design Director

Summary

Join Fantasy, a digital product and innovation company, as a Group Design Director to lead talented teams in crafting exceptional user experiences. You will provide strategic guidance, oversee meticulous design work, and contribute thought leadership in intelligent experiences. Responsibilities include developing delightful and systematic designs, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and fostering a culture of creativity and innovation. The ideal candidate possesses 12+ years of experience in design leadership, a strong portfolio showcasing diverse digital products, and exceptional communication and mentorship skills. Success in this role requires a meticulous eye for detail, a passion for design, and the ability to build strong client relationships. The position is located in the US or Canada.

Requirements

• A strong portfolio showcasing a wide variety of digital products, services, and experiences
• 12+ years of experience in the design industry, leading teams to create impactful, human-centered digital experiences
• Ability to inspire and mentor teams to achieve extraordinary results
• Combine thought leadership and strategic insight to provide a strong point of view
• Passion for enhancing design practices and processes
• Meticulous eye for detail and strong design aesthetic sensibilities
• Continued awareness of design trends and innovations
• Strong communication skills to effectively convey ideas and build relationships
• Passion for people and building successful client relationships

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic guidance and establish principles for creating human-centered products
• Oversee work with a meticulous eye for detail, ensuring creativity and expert craftsmanship
• Design new forms of intelligent experiences and contribute thought leadership to the evolving space
• Develop systems that combine delight and systematic thinking for global audiences
• Work with other teams to establish unified strategic and experiential approaches
• Help designers advance and grow, fostering a culture of creativity and innovation, and leading by example
• Identify opportunities to improve design processes and lead the team in new, better ways of working
• Collaborate directly with clients to ideate, imagine, and create innovative solutions
• Translate brand strategy and business needs into purposeful design systems and solutions
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure brand cohesion and consistency across product and marketing touchpoints
• Experiment with AI tools and actively introduce new methods and applications into the team’s design workflows
• Clearly convey the power and thought behind your team’s solutions through engaging presentations
• Establish strong, successful client relationships as a trusted partner for creativity and problem-solving
• Participate in the entire process from initial conversations to delivery and ongoing relationship growth
• Lead and develop a world-class team
• You’ll mentor and manage other designers, helping them advance and grow
• You’ll see opportunities to improve design processes and lead the team in new, better ways of working
• You’ll lead by example, inspiring those around you to think beyond the ordinary