At Red Antler, we build brands for companies that are changing how the world works. Our clients span a wide range of categories, representing some of the most exciting companies in the startup space and beyond. We take pride in challenging the status-quo and firmly believe in the opportunity of new ideas, creating captivating brand experiences through every point of interaction. Our Brand Design team is growing and we’re seeking a passionate, inspiring Design Director with strong experience building brands from the ground up and creating provocative work for clients across categories. You’ll lead a talented team of brand designers and collaborate closely across disciplines to help create fully immersive brand experiences that have an impact on both our teams and clients.

What you’ll do:

• Lead the creative process, developing holistic brand identity systems while ensuring the work is concise and thoughtful and delivers a real impact for our clients’ businesses
• Guide and influence the work, ensuring that design is impeccable and aligned with our clients’ visions
• Build strong relationships with clients to foster trust and confidence, serving as a creative expert during our brand process
• Partner with Client Directors and Strategy Directors to facilitate a seamless process, identifying opportunities to build on our success
• Collaborate across disciplines to continue evolving and improving our internal process, finding efficiencies that ensure our work is strategic and smart
• Mentor designers and identify opportunities for growth, nurturing the team’s talents and strengths through training and support
• Engage in recruitment and help facilitate team growth and learning
• Contribute thought leadership to marketing efforts and other profile building initiatives

Skills and qualities we look for:

• 7+ years of brand building experience within creative or branding agencies, crafting compelling visual identities that span a variety of platforms and touchpoints
• Solid foundation in art direction and graphic design
• Exceptional design aesthetic that is unconventional yet memorable with a solid grounding in typography
• Ability to work across a wide range of categories, being brave and innovative in your design approach
• Demonstrated track record of managing creative teams and delivering impactful work that is disruptive and boundary-pushing
• Previous experience motivating and leading a team and supporting the professional development of young design talent
• Determined and ambitious with a clear point of view and a leader inside and outside the organization
• Strategic thinking skills and a passion for critical analysis and problem-solving
• A curious and entrepreneurial mindset
• Effective communication skills and a natural style of building relationships
• Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop