Design Director

Company Description

At Jellyfish we believe that our individual differences are our greatest assets. We are passionate about empowering every employee to reach their full potential and contribute their unique perspectives to our collaborative environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and firmly believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce drives innovation and leads to better solutions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other personal characteristics that make them who they are.

Jellyfish is a global digital marketing agency; a unique fusion of tech enthusiasts, creative minds, and media and data experts all united to empower our clients along their digital journey. Our commitment to embracing diverse perspectives fuels our innovation and strategies that challenge the status quo, reinvent media activation, and craft influential stories for our global clients and their customers. Join us in shaping a future where business growth and personal fulfilment go hand in hand.

Job Description

Reporting to the VP Creative & Experience, as Design Director in the production and adaptation space, you will lead a talented team of diverse designers in creating compelling, high-quality content for our clients. You will combine hands-on design work with leadership of a globally dispersed team, ensuring creative excellence across AI developed imagery and videos, statics, motion graphics, illustration, social media content, and branded assets.

Your expertise in static and motion design, along with your ability to create and adapt these using AI and localise content for different markets, will be crucial in meeting client needs. You'll oversee asset management, implement templated approaches for localization efforts, and use AI tools such as Pencil Pro to refine and enhance the design process. This is a hybrid remote/in-office role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a globally dispersed design team, encouraging a sense of community and ensuring delivery of high-quality work.
• Participate in project reviews, collaborating with the project team to ensure that all briefs are met and creative output aligns with client expectations.
• Oversee the production and adaptation of content across multiple channels, ensuring that both static and motion graphics meet brand guidelines and project requirements.
• Use AI tools such as Pencil Pro to refine the design process, adapt content and maintain high creative standards for both static and motion designs.
• Integrate Pencil Pro's capabilities for generating and iterating design assets quickly, allowing the team to optimize workflows and speed up the adaptation process.
• Collaborate with creative teams and project managers to ensure briefs are understood and completed.
• Create content for localization and adapt assets for different regions and social media/ digital platforms while keeping the brand message intact.
• Present ideas and design solutions to our teams, VPs of Creative, and clients, ensuring clarity and influence in every presentation.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in a relevant design role within an agency or brand environment.
• Advanced English proficiency
• Experience working with globally recognised brands, adapting design solutions to fit diverse markets.
• Expertise in design tools including Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects and Premiere Pro
• In-depth knowledge of AI design tools and best practice prompting methodology
• Proficiency in motion design and video editing, with an understanding of 3D animation tools (e.g., Blender) considered a bonus.
• Experience producing digital and social assets, both static and motion, for global audiences.
• Experience leading diverse design teams across multiple time zones.
• In-depth knowledge of social media and paid media design best practices.
• Familiarity with AI-driven tools like Pencil Pro for content adaptation and optimization across projects

Note: We emphasise skills, expertise and behavioural attributes over years of experience and traditional degrees. If you want to join our collaborative team, we invite you to apply today with your resume in English.

Additional Information

Join Jellyfish and experience a workplace where we prioritise your growth, celebrate your contributions, and empower you to tailor your work environment to suit your needs.

💰 Savings fund: You'll save 5% of your monthly income and Jellyfish will contribute the same amount you save to your savings fund.

💫 Custom Work Environment: Work remotely for up to 60% of your days and shape your day between 8am. and 6:30pm with flexible working hours.

📈 Growth, Your Way: Accumulate one paid day each month (2 hours per week) for self-development and access to Jellyfish Learn.

🏥 Health Insurance: We provide a private health insurance policy that includes visual and dental plan coverage.

Unfortunately, there has been an increase in fake recruiters impersonating Jellyfish and unlawfully using our brand name. If you are unsure if an email with a job offer you have received is genuinely from Jellyfish, or if you suspect any fraudulent activity, please report it to talentacquisition@jellyfish.com

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