Design Director

Has around eight or more years of experience in a strong brand, design or creative agency.

Has led major rebrands or brand identity projects for recognized or national brands.

Still loves the work and hasn’t disappeared entirely into meetings and management.

Has a genuinely strong, current portfolio that clearly shows what you contributed.

Knows how to raise the standard without crushing the confidence of the people around you.

Is advanced in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.

Understands print, digital design, production and final art.

Has a working understanding of UX and UI principles.

Can present, facilitate workshops and sell a creative idea with confidence.

Can manage several projects without losing track of quality, timing or budget.

Is curious about new tools, technology and how AI can support better creative work.

Still has something to prove and is excited by the idea of making a visible impact.

Once the portfolio box is ticked, personality is a huge part of this hire.

This is an independent agency with an open, collaborative and very human culture.

They want someone personable, energetic and creatively curious. Someone who can have a natural conversation with a founder, confidently lead a client workshop and then sit beside a junior designer to help make the work better.

Essentially, an excellent creative leader who is also an actually nice person.

You’ll lead significant Tier 1 brand work.

You’ll have real influence rather than becoming one senior creative among many.

You’ll work directly with the founder and leadership team.

You’ll have the freedom to innovate and push the agency’s creative standards.

You’ll help shape and grow a talented design team.

You’ll have a platform to create work worthy of awards and industry recognition.

If you’re a Design Director ready to step up, this could be a genuine progression opportunity.

Sydney-based.

Work from home on Mondays.

In the office Tuesday to Friday. This is important for mentoring, collaboration and team leadership.

Salary from approximately $140k + super, with flexibility depending on experience.

They’re moving quickly, but they won’t compromise on quality.

Your portfolio matters more than the logos on your CV.

It should include recent brand identity or rebranding work, make your personal contribution clear and show that you’re still creatively current and hands-on.

If the work is great, the personality fits and you’re hungry to help shape an ambitious independent agency, we’d love to hear from you.