Job Description
We are Urgently Hiring for a Designer Director.
1. ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
Job Description
Position Title: Design Director
Location: Mumbai
Indicative Level: Senior Management
Function: 2D Brand & Graphics
Reports to: Studio Director
2. POSITION SUMMARY
The Design Director are creative lead on multiple small and medium projects, running complex presentation meetings with clients and contractors, able to lead on large scale projects, sensitively challenging the client brief to push boundaries creatively. He/she will retain responsibility for all projects whilst sharing knowledge; coaching, developing and motivating all design team members. The Design Director influences the design direction of the team's work.
3. KEY RESULT AREAS/ KEY DELIVERABLES
1. Strategic & Creative thinking
2. Creative Delivery
3. Team Management
4. Planning & Scoping
5. Client Communication & Presentation 6. Business Development & Commercial
4. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/ KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Creative thinking
Lead the team's creative thinking, generate and develop concepts that provide an original, appropriate and effective solution to the creative brief
Win the confidence of the client and the team to ensure that 'big ideas' are executed with design excellence
Creative Delivery
Lead complex 2D design presentations meetings; simplifying the ideas to make them appropriate; anticipate the audience's needs and understanding
Articulate an idea to both an internal and external audience
Ensure that design work and concept ideas on all projects are of a consistently accurate and high standard
Team Management
Work with project teams to ensure that the creative quality and delivery of the project consistently high
Provide expert creative input and advice to internal teams and clients throughout the project
Inspire and engage internal teams and clients
Planning and Scoping
Plan, organize and scope projects of all sizes; delegate effectively to deliver on time and on budget
Pro-actively plan up to 4 weeks ahead; working closely with and supported by the Studio
Director for your team and across the studio
Actively involved in project fee scope and time forecast analysis for relevant projects
Schedule and communicate all costs and specifications internally and externally
Client Communication & Presentation
Playing a lead role in new business pitches, including developing responses to briefs and pitching
Be a point of contact on major client projects and oversee/monitor smaller projects
Demonstrate the ability to make impactful and effective presentations
Business Development & Commercial
Recognize and develop new business opportunities with new or existing clients
Excellent understanding of the market and competition
Network; use contacts to create new opportunities
Communicate effectively upwards and with client; manage expectations
To update time sheets on daily basis
5. POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Level of Education Graphic designing
Experience 15 + years of relevant experience in a managerial position.
6. COMPETENCIES
Functional
Excellent knowledge of how different disciplines influence 2D, from retail graphics, interiors/information design, motion graphics, digital and branding able to work with any discipline
Excellent knowledge of production techniques
Uses industry trends and new techniques within projects to help lead the creative and the team
Behavioural
Strategic & Creative Thinking:
Demonstrates creative vision; seeks the big picture and creative potential within a brief
Able to think quickly and creatively and actively participate in client meetings
Thinks outside the box and create storyboards for creative presentations
Able to undertake relevant research to ensure an informed approach/presentation is made
Interpersonal skills:
Be an ambassador for the company; demonstrate proactive networking and explore opportunities wherever possible
Able to argue persuasively; keeps an open mind
Robust in personality; able to take constructive criticism and act upon it; composed under pressure; willing to actively take steps to find the correct approach/solution
Intuitive and perceptive to the needs, strengths & weaknesses of whole 2D team
Leadership:
Understands risk and addresses issues that have potential to impact on project delivery
Motivate, inspire and engage teams and clients with original thinking
Able to present complex solutions and strategies both internally and externally and facilitate and deliver training
Self initiative & development:
Continuous knowledge development, keeping abreast of what is possible
Relentlessly evaluating and improving our skills and processes, looking for ways to increase value and deliver excellence
1. ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
Job Description
Position Title: Design Director
Location: Mumbai
Indicative Level: Senior Management
Function: 2D Brand & Graphics
Reports to: Studio Director
2. POSITION SUMMARY
The Design Director are creative lead on multiple small and medium projects, running complex presentation meetings with clients and contractors, able to lead on large scale projects, sensitively challenging the client brief to push boundaries creatively. He/she will retain responsibility for all projects whilst sharing knowledge; coaching, developing and motivating all design team members. The Design Director influences the design direction of the team's work.
3. KEY RESULT AREAS/ KEY DELIVERABLES
1. Strategic & Creative thinking
2. Creative Delivery
3. Team Management
4. Planning & Scoping
5. Client Communication & Presentation 6. Business Development & Commercial
4. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/ KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Creative thinking
Lead the team's creative thinking, generate and develop concepts that provide an original, appropriate and effective solution to the creative brief
Win the confidence of the client and the team to ensure that 'big ideas' are executed with design excellence
Creative Delivery
Lead complex 2D design presentations meetings; simplifying the ideas to make them appropriate; anticipate the audience's needs and understanding
Articulate an idea to both an internal and external audience
Ensure that design work and concept ideas on all projects are of a consistently accurate and high standard
Team Management
Work with project teams to ensure that the creative quality and delivery of the project consistently high
Provide expert creative input and advice to internal teams and clients throughout the project
Inspire and engage internal teams and clients
Planning and Scoping
Plan, organize and scope projects of all sizes; delegate effectively to deliver on time and on budget
Pro-actively plan up to 4 weeks ahead; working closely with and supported by the Studio
Director for your team and across the studio
Actively involved in project fee scope and time forecast analysis for relevant projects
Schedule and communicate all costs and specifications internally and externally
Client Communication & Presentation
Playing a lead role in new business pitches, including developing responses to briefs and pitching
Be a point of contact on major client projects and oversee/monitor smaller projects
Demonstrate the ability to make impactful and effective presentations
Business Development & Commercial
Recognize and develop new business opportunities with new or existing clients
Excellent understanding of the market and competition
Network; use contacts to create new opportunities
Communicate effectively upwards and with client; manage expectations
To update time sheets on daily basis
5. POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Level of Education Graphic designing
Experience 15 + years of relevant experience in a managerial position.
6. COMPETENCIES
Functional
Excellent knowledge of how different disciplines influence 2D, from retail graphics, interiors/information design, motion graphics, digital and branding able to work with any discipline
Excellent knowledge of production techniques
Uses industry trends and new techniques within projects to help lead the creative and the team
Behavioural
Strategic & Creative Thinking:
Demonstrates creative vision; seeks the big picture and creative potential within a brief
Able to think quickly and creatively and actively participate in client meetings
Thinks outside the box and create storyboards for creative presentations
Able to undertake relevant research to ensure an informed approach/presentation is made
Interpersonal skills:
Be an ambassador for the company; demonstrate proactive networking and explore opportunities wherever possible
Able to argue persuasively; keeps an open mind
Robust in personality; able to take constructive criticism and act upon it; composed under pressure; willing to actively take steps to find the correct approach/solution
Intuitive and perceptive to the needs, strengths & weaknesses of whole 2D team
Leadership:
Understands risk and addresses issues that have potential to impact on project delivery
Motivate, inspire and engage teams and clients with original thinking
Able to present complex solutions and strategies both internally and externally and facilitate and deliver training
Self initiative & development:
Continuous knowledge development, keeping abreast of what is possible
Relentlessly evaluating and improving our skills and processes, looking for ways to increase value and deliver excellence
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Designer Director position is now open for candidates interested in the Web / Graphic Design Jobs sector. This role in Mumbai offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Web / Graphic Design Jobs is a plus.