Head of Brand Design

Summary

Join Carbon Direct, a purpose-driven carbon management firm, as their Head of Brand Design. Lead and expand the design function across all business lines, evolving Carbon Direct's visual and user experience identity as the company scales. This crucial role requires deep expertise in visual and brand design, user-centered solutions, and strong leadership. You will lead the development and execution of the visual identity, establish a cohesive brand design system, and collaborate with marketing and product teams. The ideal candidate will also mentor and manage a team of designers. Carbon Direct offers a competitive salary and a robust benefits package.

Requirements

• Significant experience in design, with several years in a leadership role
• Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in brand, product, and marketing design
• Proven experience leading design teams in fast-paced environments
• Deep understanding of user experience (UX), interaction design, and digital product development
• Strong proficiency in design and website tools (Figma, Framer, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.)
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts to diverse stakeholders
• Strategic mindset with the ability to balance creative vision with business objectives

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of Carbon Direct’s visual identity across digital products, marketing materials, and brand assets
• Establish and maintain a cohesive brand design system across marketing and product that reflects Carbon Direct’s mission and vision, leveraging expertise and guidance from cross-functional teams
• Partner with other marketing team members to develop creative campaigns, presentations, and content that effectively communicate our value proposition
• Oversee the design and optimization of Carbon Direct’s website to enhance user engagement and brand presence
• Mentor and manage a team of designers, fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration
• Work closely with leadership and key stakeholders to align design strategy with business goals
• Champion user research and data-driven design decisions to enhance user engagement on the company website and drive product adoption
• Stay up to date on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to keep Carbon Direct at the forefront of design excellence

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in climate, sustainability, or tech-driven industries is a plus

Benefits

• Comprehensive nationwide medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Time off as needed: Flexible vacation policy and ten company-wide holidays, plus annual winter break between Christmas and New Year's
• 16 weeks of fully paid parental and family leave with no tenure requirement
• Remote-friendly work culture with annual company-wide retreats
• Reimbursement for your work-from-home setup and monthly work-from-home stipend