Position Overview:
The Design Director will bridge strategic and creative leadership with design execution. They will oversee the design team at Vanderbrand, guiding the development and delivery of high-quality work across all outputs, including brand, print, digital, and environmental design. This role requires a highly organized, conceptually driven individual who thrives on managing complex timelines, leading creative reviews, and translating vision into practice.
The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and deliver exceptional and innovative creative solutions. They must possess fluency in brand and design systems, expert-level knowledge of design tools, and excellent communication and presentation skills. This individual will work directly with the Creative Directors to ensure the Vanderbrand’s standards are upheld and will play a central role in mentoring, training, and growing the design team.
Apply:
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and portfolio (website link or pdf) to careers@vanderbrand.com. Candidates must be prepared to provide contact information for three professional references.
Vanderbrand is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. Vanderbrand welcomes applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, including those of any race, gender, sexual orientation, and persons with disabilities.
While Vanderbrand appreciates all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This is an in-office position. Remote applications will not be considered.
Experience:
- 8 or more years at a creative agency or graphic design studio
Capabilities:
- Exceptional organizational skills, attention-to-detail, and professionalism
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent client-facing communication and presentation abilities
- Strategic thinking with deep knowledge of brand and design systems
- Ability to lead and direct multi-disciplinary design projects
- Expertise in InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, and Figma
Responsibilities:
- Translate strategy and creative direction into actionable design concepts and outcomes
- Oversee project timelines, delegations, and design execution
- Ensure office-wide quality control of design outputs
- Lead internal critiques and creative reviews
- Review and approve major deliverables
- Mentor and train Senior, Intermediate, and Junior Graphic Designers
- Lead, motivate, and grow the design team
Apply:
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and portfolio (website link or pdf) to careers@vanderbrand.com. Candidates must be prepared to provide contact information for three professional references.
Vanderbrand is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. Vanderbrand welcomes applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, including those of any race, gender, sexual orientation, and persons with disabilities.
While Vanderbrand appreciates all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This is an in-office position. Remote applications will not be considered.
Position Overview:
The Senior Designer will lead the development and execution of multi-disciplinary design projects from ideation through completion. They will work closely with the Design Director to translate strategy and creative direction into comprehensive brand systems, visual identities, and design solutions across print, digital, and environmental applications.
The ideal candidate will have a portfolio that demonstrates conceptual clarity, technical excellence, and a refined design aesthetic. They must be confident in presenting work both internally and to clients. Expert-level proficiency in InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Figma, and motion design tools such as After Effects is required. The Senior Designer must be able to work both individually and collaboratively to maintain consistency and quality across all creative deliverables.
Apply:
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and portfolio (website link or pdf) to careers@vanderbrand.com. Candidates must be prepared to provide contact information for three professional references.
Vanderbrand is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. Vanderbrand welcomes applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, including those of any race, gender, sexual orientation, and persons with disabilities.
While Vanderbrand appreciates all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This is an in-office position. Remote applications will not be considered.
Experience:
- 5 or more years at a creative agency or graphic design studio
Capabilities:
- Excellent organizational skills, attention-to-detail, and professionalism
- Exemplary verbal and written communication
- Excellent presentation skills
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks within a deadline-driven environment
- Experience managing designers and projects
- High level of expertise in InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, and Figma
Responsibilities:
- Translate strategy and creative direction into comprehensive brand and systems and design solutions
- Lead the design execution of large-scale projects
- Mentor and train Junior and Intermediate Graphic Designers
- Present internally and externally
- Participate in internal critiques and reviews
Apply:
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and portfolio (website link or pdf) to careers@vanderbrand.com. Candidates must be prepared to provide contact information for three professional references.
Vanderbrand is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. Vanderbrand welcomes applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, including those of any race, gender, sexual orientation, and persons with disabilities.
While Vanderbrand appreciates all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This is an in-office position. Remote applications will not be considered.