Design Director
Association of International Certified Professional Accountants · Durham, NC
- On site
- Full-time
- $136,000 / year
- Durham, NC
Job highlights
- Lead design team and set creative vision.
- Oversee in-house and freelance designers.
- Partner with brand and content leaders.
- Develop design strategy and standards.
- Drive continuous process improvement.
About the role
About the Role
This is a Sr. Manager level position that will lead the Association's design team, setting the creative vision, standards, and operating model that ensure design at scale. You will oversee both in-house and freelance designers and partner with brand, multimedia, and writing leaders to ensure cohesive storytelling and brand expression across assets. You will build a high-performing design team that delivers creative solutions to support our priorities and stay on top of evolving design practices and technologies. You will report to the Senior Director - Creative Content & Publishing and use a hybrid work schedule.
You Will:
- Establish and lead the Association's design vision, strategy, and standards, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency across all visual touchpoints.
- Promote cost-effective design execution at scale by defining workflows, roles, tools, and quality standards, supporting our teams.
- Ensure continuous improvement to guide smooth project flow along the content lifecycle and speed to market by developing and flagging improvement in processes or technology.
- Lead a team of Graphic Designers and Senior Graphic Designers observing the Association's Management Charter, encouraging a positive, high-performing team culture.
- Provide senior-level creative direction and oversight, ensuring design work aligns with brand architecture, usability and accessibility standards, audience needs, and campaign strategy.
- Partner with Writing, Multimedia, and Brand leadership to deliver integrated creative strategy, cohesive storytelling, and brand expression across campaigns and channels.
- Champion brand alignment and design thinking with internal Experience collaborators and partners, communicating the value and demonstrating best practices.
You Have:
- 8+ years of professional experience in design or visual communication roles.
- 2+ years of experience as an art director or Lead within an agency, in-house, or multinational environment.
- Bachelor's degree in design- or art-related field or equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible design leadership experience.
- Previous success in creative communications that get positive results in the market. Including collaboration with marketing communications strategists to develop creative briefs. These briefs achieve our goals, refine approvals, and result in high satisfaction.
- Experience directing others in the tools for design and publication of multiple types of content.
- Demonstrated leadership in design, advertising or marketing.
How We Support You:
We provide flexibility to help you achieve a good work-life balance. You'll be part of a global, diverse team who foster an environment of inclusion and belonging where you are valued for who you are and where you come from.
We offer benefit options in and out of the workplace, including healthcare, retirement, paid time-off, parental leave, an employee assistance program. We provide resources that support your mental health, and evolve our offerings to meet your needs. We care about our employees' welfare and focus our benefits package on the benefits which support your wellbeing. We also recognize that everyone has different priorities, so in addition to our core benefits to support your health we offer flexible options for you to choose benefits that are right for you, your family and your lifestyle.
We believe in non-stop learning and are committed to investing in learning opportunities that help you reach your full potential and support your continued development.
About Us:
At The Association, a Great Place to Work-Certified company, we are transforming the accounting and finance profession. We are future-focused, empowering the world's most accomplished accountants to stay relevant, meet today's demands, and prepare for tomorrow's challenges through quality education, resources, and training.
Learn more about The Association on LinkedIn and our Career Site.
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We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
Salary Range:
The Annual Salary Range for this role is: $105,000 - $136,000. Please note, this is a standard range and exact compensation may vary based on experience and location. If you'd like to understand more on the salary range, please contact the recruiter listed on this posting.
Application Deadline:
If you're interested in this role, please apply before 26 June.
Key skills/competency
- Design Leadership
- Creative Vision
- Brand Expression
- Team Management
- Creative Direction
- Design Standards
- Workflow Optimization
- Usability & Accessibility
- Brand Alignment
- Design Thinking
Skills & topics
- Design Director
- Graphic Design
- Art Direction
- Creative Leadership
- Team Management
- Brand Strategy
- Visual Communication
- Content Strategy
- Workflow Optimization
- Design Standards
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 8+ years in design and 2+ years in leadership roles, showcasing successful creative communications and collaboration with marketing strategists.
- Showcase your portfolio: Prepare a strong portfolio demonstrating successful creative direction, team leadership, and experience with design tools for various content types.
- Understand the company: Research The Association's mission to transform the accounting profession and their commitment to continuous learning and employee well-being.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience in establishing design vision, setting standards, and fostering a high-performing team culture.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the application deadline for the Design Director role at The Association?
- The application deadline for the Design Director position at The Association is June 26th. It's recommended to apply before this date to ensure your application is considered.
- What is the salary range for the Design Director position at The Association?
- The annual salary range for the Design Director role at The Association is between $105,000 and $136,000. The exact compensation may vary based on your experience and location.
- Does The Association offer remote work for the Design Director position?
- Yes, the Design Director role at The Association can be worked remotely within the US. However, they are unable to employ individuals in the state of California.
- What are the minimum experience requirements for the Design Director role?
- You need at least 8 years of professional experience in design or visual communication roles, with a minimum of 2 years as an art director or Lead in an agency, in-house, or multinational environment.
- What qualifications are needed for the Design Director role at The Association?
- A Bachelor's degree in a design or art-related field is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible design leadership experience is acceptable. Demonstrated leadership in design, advertising, or marketing is also required.
- How does The Association support its employees?
- The Association offers flexibility for work-life balance, a global and diverse team environment, and comprehensive benefits including healthcare, retirement, paid time off, parental leave, and employee assistance programs. They also invest in learning and development opportunities.
- What is the primary responsibility of the Design Director at The Association?
- The primary responsibility of the Design Director is to lead the Association's design team, establish the creative vision and standards, and ensure design excellence and efficiency across all visual touchpoints and campaigns.