or apply directly on MERGE's site. We never take the application ourselves.
Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 51 days MERGE's roles stay open a median of 59 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 82% of MERGE's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at MERGE
- high 48 stale, 8 reposted of 62 open
- Hiring momentum
- 82 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-24
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from MERGE's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for MERGE.
About this role
As an Associate Creative Director (Design) at MERGE, you will lead the visual narrative for a major Quick-Service Restaurant account, focusing on both digital and physical design elements. Your role involves crafting compelling designs, managing design systems, and collaborating with various teams to ensure a cohesive brand presence across multiple channels. You will also guide and inspire other designers while overseeing project lifecycles from concept to execution.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of MERGE as an employer.
What you need
- 8+ years of design experience within an ad agency, digital shop, or creative studio
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Digital Design, UI/UX, or equivalent practical experience
- Proficiency in Figma and mastery of the Adobe Creative Suite
- Proven track record of designing digital and physical experiences using component-based design systems
- Demonstrated ability to manage, inspire, and direct a team of designers while managing multiple fast-paced projects simultaneously
Nice to have
- Prior experience with QSR, fast-casual, or high-volume retail brands
What you get
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
- 401K
- Lifestyle Spending Account
- Employer Paid Life & Disability Insurance
- Flexible Time off & Holidays
- many other benefits and rewards
Worth weighing
- Salary range is $88,450 - $129,750, which may change
- No specific mention of remote work flexibility beyond 'hybrid'
- Emphasis on a fast-paced environment may indicate high pressure
Summarised from MERGE's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by MERGE on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-24. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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