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Design Director
JOB OVERVIEW
MW.S is seeking a full-time, Associate level Design Director to work alongside our Studio on a wide range of projects. The Design Director is responsible for leading branding and digital design projects across a number of industries that are culturally impactful—ensuring the team delivers on time, meets quality standards, and fosters team morale within a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities include leading internal reviews, presenting to clients, facilitating effective communication, and spearheading collaborations between various team members.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, self-sufficient, and excels in visualizing concepts while demonstrating strong leadership in maintaining project quality and team dynamics.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Works with Producer to lead the assigned team across multiple projects, understanding the ask at hand and the opportunity to innovate.
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Leads internal reviews and works with producers to hold other team members accountable for next steps.
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Responsible for presenting work to the client
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Spearheads team collaborations between strategists, motion designers, developers, and internal design team
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Identify and manage external design contractors when required across projects
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Takes feedback from partners and teammates well, asking questions when directives are unclear
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Self-sufficient and can think independently to overcome obstacles
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Takes pride in the work being presented and believes it’s up to MW.S standards
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Takes lead on Case Study after the project is wrapped and get it across the finish line for MW.S and social
- Work with whoever was leading CD/Creative Lead to collaborate on direction of Case study
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Leads QA for digital projects
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Work with Creative Director to visualize concepts
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Treats everyone on the team with respect
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Sets a positive example for morale and attitude
QUALIFICATIONS + SKILLS
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6+ years of experience as a in a senior design leadership role within a creative agency or studio
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Proficient in Figma, Adobe Suite, and Arena
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Ability to communicate ideas clearly when collaborating with strategy teams, motion team, development team, and internal design team.
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Ability to lead multiple projects at one time
REQUIREMENTS
Must be online during PST working hours. Full-Time, 12 week contract with intent to be hired as a full time employee.
Please apply by sending your portfolio and experience to careers@mouthwash.co — Applications sent elsewhere will not be reviewed or considered.