Director - Design

• As a key member of our dynamic creative studio, you'll be a part of a talented team to produce high quality work that challenges our clients. Your role involves guiding the team in delivering creative solutions across projects, fostering strong client relationships, and spearheading projects from ideation to completion.
• As one of our senior creatives, you'll shape our creative culture by demonstrating ambition and
• leadership. You'll serve as a knowledge hub for core accounts, making critical creative decisions and confidently presenting ideas to clients. Your mentorship will empower the team to deliver outstanding results.

REPORTING: Head of Design

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Working alongside other Head of Design, client service, and production leads to surpass client expectations and deliver top-notch creative work.
• Uncovering and articulating strategic insights for creative briefs and solutions, fostering high-quality creative thinking, and effectively communicating these to both the team and clients.
• Taking ownership of the successful outcome of all assigned creative projects.
• Serving as a prominent figure within the creative team, establishing and upholding creative standards, and serving as a positive role model to empower the team to produce exceptional work.
• Offering a comprehensive approach to the teams creative process and encouraging them to consider the ramifications of their ideas.
• Confidently presenting creative concepts and persuasively pitching them to clients in high-level presentations.
• Collaborating with our Creative Services Manager to ensure efficient allocation of creative resources.
• PROFILE REQUIREMENTS:
• 12+ years of experience in a senior design role within a media agency or similar environment, with a focus on corporate branding and packaging design.
• Proven track record of leading successful corporate branding and packaging design projects, with a portfolio that showcases your creative prowess.
• Bachelors or Masters degree in Design, Visual Arts, or a related field is required.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Figma, etc.
• Demonstrates professionalism, confidence, and composure in high-pressure situations.
• Possesses strong organizational skills and an adaptable mindset to accommodate evolving project requirements.
• Has a keen attention to detail.
• Takes initiative and actively contributes ideas.
• Presents confidently in high-level client meetings, presentations, and pitches.
• Displays curiosity and encourages it within the team.
• Receives and provides feedback positively, while also guiding junior team members.
• Maintains a passion for learning new skills and encourages team members to do the same.
• Earns high trust and respect from both clients and colleagues.
• Exhibits strong leadership skills, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment, contributing to the success of Conran Design Mumbai by sharing knowledge and assisting others as needed.