Design Director

Supply Chain Community

. Lead graphic design across email, ecommerce, direct mail, retail signage, packaging, wholesale materials, and presentation decks .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • United StatesLead💰 $115,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in graphic design and art direction, with a strong focus on brand consistency, visual storytelling, and e-commerce UI/UX. Proven ability to lead and mentor creative teams while managing complex production workflows and delivering high-quality design solutions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Graphic Design LeadershipE-Commerce UI/UXAdobe Creative SuiteFigma ProficiencyVisual Storytelling

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Hard Skills

Graphic DesignArt DirectionTypographyLayoutCompositionVisual StorytellingProduction ManagementPhotography DirectionVideo DirectionDigital Accessibility

Soft Skills

CommunicationPresentationOrganizationCollaborationMentoring

Tools & Technologies

Adobe Creative SuiteFigmaPremiereAfter Effects

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic DesignVisual Communications

Industry Keywords

FashionRetailLifestyle BrandBrand SystemsIntegrated Campaigns

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead graphic design across email, ecommerce, direct mail, retail signage, packaging, wholesale materials, and presentation decks
Develop and execute evergreen and seasonal design guidelines and creative toolkits
Manage and mentor the in-house Senior Graphic Designer, junior team members, and seasonal freelance support
Remain hands-on in design development and execution across typography, layout, imagery, visual storytelling, and channel best practices
Review and approve design deliverables for brand consistency, creative quality, production accuracy, and business alignment
Partner with ecommerce on website testing and UI/UX improvements, applying accessibility best practices for ADA compliance
Streamline design workflows, templates, and review processes
Support the Sr. Brand Director on special projects and brand initiatives
Stay current on consumer brands, design, culture, technology, and AI tools
Lead photo and video art direction for studio and location shoots from concept through final delivery
Direct photographers, videographers, stylists, hair and makeup artists, and talent on set
Execute garment styling direction and soft goods styling for product lifestyle flats
Lead small and large productions with crews of approximately 4–25 people
Develop mood boards and shoot treatments covering photography, styling, casting, locations, set design, and hair and makeup
Partner with and mentor the Sr. Creative Content Strategist on shoot concepts and channel-specific content
Collaborate with the Creative Producer on preproduction, budget planning, and crew selection
Oversee image selects and direct retouching and color correction

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field
Minimum 8 years of experience spanning graphic design and photoshoot art direction, preferably within an in-house fashion, retail, or lifestyle brand
At least 3+ years of leadership experience
Strong portfolio demonstrating brand systems, integrated campaigns, digital and print design, and fashion or lifestyle shoot art direction
Proven experience managing and mentoring designers and freelance creative partners
Exceptional typography, layout, composition, and visual storytelling skills
Advanced proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite
Working knowledge of motion and video workflows; familiarity with Premiere and/or After Effects is a plus
Demonstrated ability to direct photography and video in studio and on location, including preproduction, on-set direction, and postproduction review
Experience leading productions of varying budgets and crew sizes
Strong understanding of e-commerce UI/UX, digital accessibility best practices, and creative testing
Ability to recognize when work falls below the creative standard and provide specific, constructive feedback
Strong systems thinking and a practical approach to simplifying production-heavy workflows
Excellent communication, presentation, organization, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Ability to travel for location scouting and shoots as needed, primarily within the Los Angeles area, with occasional travel farther afield
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines while remaining hands-on in a fast-paced retail environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Multi-brand merchandise discount, including Splendid, 7 For All Mankind, and PJ Salvage
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Basic Life, Voluntary Life, Disability, and Critical Illness coverage
401(k) Retirement Program with Company match
529 College Savings Plan
Tax-Advantage Health & Transit Accounts
Personal and sick time off
Vacation time
Floating days
Company-observed holidays
Paid Volunteer Time Off
Weekly breakfasts
Monthly milestone celebrations
Leadership-led panels
Team-building events, both in person and virtually