Design Director

At Jellyfish, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives and inclusive collaboration. We welcome individuals who excel in collaborative, varied teams and value the unique contributions that each person brings to the table.

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.

As a Design Director in the production and adaptation space, Reporting to Design Senior Director , you will lead a talented team of designers to create high-quality, compelling content for globally recognised brands. We are looking for someone with a combination of hands-on design skills and ensure creative excellence across several touch points, including static graphics, motion graphics, digital content, and social media.

You'll guide and support your team to adapt and localise content for different markets, ensuring that all assets are produced to the highest standard. You will also use AI tools like Pencil Pro to refine workflows and improve the adaptation process. Your role is important in ensuring the delivery of creative work that meets client needs while staying ahead of design trends.

Your Primary Responsibilities:

• You will lead and motivate a design team, encouraging collaboration and creativity to ensure quality work is delivered.
• You will check in with designers to provide guidance, and feedback, helping them grow and excel in their work.
• You will participate in project reviews with project teams to ensure that all creative work meets client expectations and follows the brief.
• You will organise and lead weekly design huddles within the team and address any challenges.
• Collaborate with the Creative and Experience Network to agree on creative strategies and goals.
• Oversee the production of both static and motion design assets for multiple digital channels, ensuring they meet brand guidelines and specifications.
• Use AI tools like Pencil Pro to refine design workflows, helping the team produce and improve on designs.
• Stay proficient in important design tools, including Figma and Adobe Suite (After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator), 3D tools like Blender a bonus.
• Collaborate with project managers and creative teams to ensure briefs are understood and accomplished correctly.
• You will Lead by example, contributing high-quality design work while also managing the team.
• You will manage several projects simultaneously, ensuring they are delivered on time and to a high standard.
• Keep the team informed about the latest trends in design, technology, and social media, encouraging a culture of innovation.
• Ensure that designs are compatible for several platforms, especially social media and digital touch points, while maintaining brand consistency.
• Provide constructive feedback and revisions to the team, pushing the creative boundaries while staying aligned with client needs.
• Help localise designs and adapting assets for different markets, ensuring consistency across global platforms.
• Keep projects organised and maintain efficient workflows, ensuring deadlines and client expectations are met.
• Present creative ideas and designs to our teams, project lead, and clients, communicating with them
• Encourage feedback from the team and clients, making improvements to designs and ensuring the team remains open to evolving ideas.

• 5+ years of professional experience in design within an agency or brand environment.
• Experience working with well-known global brands, adapting content for multiple markets.
• Proficiency in design software, including Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, and Premiere Pro.
• Experience with motion design, video editing, and 3D animation tools (e.g., Blender).
• Expertise in creating digital and social assets for global clients.
• Experience with visual storytelling and the ability to translate complex ideas into simple and engaging visuals.
• Solid knowledge of social media and paid media design best practices.
• You have designed boundaries and developing solutions.
• You love to stay up to date with current design trends and technological innovations.
• Familiarity with AI-driven tools like Pencil Pro to improve the design process and help produce high-quality assets quickly.

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.

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.

💰 Reward: You'll be eligible to join our discretionary annual bonus scheme.

💫 Custom Work Environment: Work remotely for up to 60% of your days and shape your day between the afternoon to evening shift with flexible working hours.

📈 Growth, Your Way: Accumulate one paid day each month (2 hours per week) for self-development and access to LinkedIn Learning with unlimited online courses

🏦 Jellyfish contributes to your retiral benefits via Provident Fund (PF) contribution

Jellyfish provides best in class group medical insurance & life insurance cover to employees

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