Design Director

DOE
London Hybrid

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Sarah Walsh

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Sarah Walsh

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Brand and Design agency specialising in luxury and craft brands across food, drink, beauty and lifestyle.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a fast-paced design studio.
  • Strong portfolio of diverse, beautifully crafted work showcasing expertise across various design disciplines.
  • Proven leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and guide junior designers, fostering their growth and creativity.
  • Hands-on involvement in the full design process, including briefing, planning, research, and creative brainstorming.
  • Confident and influential, with a deep understanding of what it takes to deliver exceptional design for high-caliber clients.
  • Ability to collaborate across teams and ensure the successful execution of innovative, high-quality design solutions.

Key Skills:

  • You’ve got extensive experience in a brand or design agency, with a solid focus on branding and creative design.
  • A deep understanding of design principles is second nature to you, blending creative flair with strategic thinking.
  • You know how to bring all the brand elements together—messaging, color, imagery, typography—to create powerful, cohesive designs that resonate.
  • Excellent communication skills allow you to tell compelling stories and present design strategies confidently to all kinds of audiences.
  • You’ve led teams before, inspiring and motivating them to do their best work while maintaining a positive, collaborative environment.
  • Business-savvy, you’re comfortable setting financial goals and managing budgets effectively.