Design Director

Job description

ABOUT GMR MARKETING We are  the  Experience Agency Making Unforgettable Stories Born of Humanity NOT JUST EXPERIENTIAL. EXPERIENCE. The lines have blurred. People live in the physical, digital, and social worlds all at once, and your brand experiences should do the same. NOT JUST TELLING. MAKING. The best stories are lived, not heard. Make an immersive world for people to explore so they can experience something they’ll never forget. NOT JUST CONSUMERS. HUMANS. It all starts with the human. If you want to make a lasting impact, look beyond the wallet to understand what motivates and inspires people. You are a design leader, not just a designer. Your eye is razor-sharp. Your understanding of design theory, materiality, color, and spatial narrative is exceptional. You partner closely with Creative Directors as an equal—asking strategic questions about design, suggesting design-led solutions, iterating to make the work stronger. You lead diverse teams of designers and art directors across multiple projects and accounts. You translate creative concepts into visual strategies that are on-brief and genuinely distinctive. You present design direction with authority and conviction. You mentor emerging talent. You sit in strategic conversations where design shapes the entire direction of a campaign. You understand that great design isn't decoration—it's the language through which ideas live and breathe. Why GMR? Because we're not here to do what's already been done. We're inventors. Curators of the future. We root for each other. We fight for the best ideas over politics. We trade credit for momentum and status for impact. We've got more business momentum than ever, which means your creative vision actually shapes what comes next. If you want to build a legacy—both through the work that breaks new ground and through the people you elevate—this is the place to do it. A portfolio or work samples are required to be considered for the role. REQUIRED SKILLS • Shape the design vision. You’ll partner with Creative Directors to develop concepts, challenge creative thinking, and establish overarching design narratives that connect strategy to execution. You know how to ask the right questions, identify design-led opportunities, and make the work stronger both strategically and visually. • Build design systems that move ideas forward. You’ll develop distinctive visual strategies across typography, color, materiality, and spatial design, creating systems that translate seamlessly across digital, print, experiential, and emerging formats. You make design decisions that set the tone for execution. • Lead teams and elevate the craft. You’ll lead designers, Art Directors, and specialists across multiple projects and accounts, setting a clear creative vision while creating an environment where bold thinking thrives and exceptional craft is non-negotiable. You know how to challenge, inspire, and bring out the best in every team member. • Present with authority. You’ll pitch design concepts to clients and senior stakeholders, articulating the thinking behind your decisions and connecting visual direction to the bigger picture. You communicate with clarity, defend your point of view with conviction, and know how to bring a room along with you. • You’ll mentor emerging designers, identify future leaders, and create opportunities for your team to grow. You lead through thoughtful feedback, collaboration, and a genuine investment in helping others reach their potential. • Push design innovation. You’re relentlessly curious about what’s next in typography, color theory, materials, spatial experiences, and emerging design movements. You bring fresh perspectives, explore new tools, and find meaningful ways to push the work beyond the expected. • You’ll