Design Director partnering with the Creative Director to evolve firm’s brand and digital identity. Delivering impactful brand experiences through web ecosystems and multi - channel campaigns.
About the role
- Design Director for House Beautiful shaping visual identity across print, digital, and social platforms. Leading design efforts and collaboration in a fast-paced media environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead the overall visual direction for House Beautiful across print, digital, social, video, and emerging platforms.
- Oversee the design and photography of the print magazine while ensuring consistency and excellence across all brand touchpoints.
- Manage and mentor the art department, including two direct reports, fostering collaboration and high creative standards.
- Collaborate closely with editorial teams to develop visually driven stories, packages, and features including photography, motion graphics, video, and infographics.
- Direct photo and video shoots, working with photographers, stylists, and creative partners to deliver compelling visual storytelling.
- Partner cross-functionally with teams including photo, marketing, branded content, and editorial to bring large-scale creative projects to life.
- Continuously evolve and strengthen House Beautiful’s visual identity while honoring the brand’s legacy.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring all work is delivered on deadline, on budget, and at the highest creative quality.
Requirements
- Extensive experience in editorial design across print and digital platforms, ideally within a consumer lifestyle brand.
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing and mentoring designers or creative teams.
- Ability to balance high-level creative direction with hands-on design execution.
- Experience overseeing a consumer editorial brand, including cover design and visual storytelling.
- Familiarity with UI design principles and experience collaborating with UX and product design teams.
- Proven experience art-directing photography and video shoots.
- Strong collaboration skills and experience working closely with editorial, social, style, and other cross-functional teams.
- Advanced proficiency with design tools such as Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and editorial workflow platforms.
- Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- A collaborative, thoughtful approach to leadership with a passion for strong visual storytelling.
Benefits
- Work with the Best: Collaborate with top-tier professionals across media, advertising, tech, fashion, lifestyle, and publishing, shaping the future of these dynamic industries.
- Grow Your Skills: Unlock your potential with access to innovative training programs, immersive workshops, and exclusive industry events.
- Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work, empowering you to balance professional success with personal priorities.
- Foster Connection & Belonging: Join our Employee Resource Groups and help create a welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.
- Wellness First: Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance from Day 1.
- Plan for Your Financial Future: Enjoy competitive financial perks, including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
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