Director – Creative Design

8+ years of experience in graphic, conceptual, and production design, including direct experience managing video, motion graphics, and front-end website design.
3+ years in a leadership role within a creative team or agency environment.
Strong understanding of accessibility principles in design (e.g., WCAG guidelines, typography legibility, alt text use).
Expertise with industry-standard tools such as Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and familiarity with front-end design considerations.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to design excellence across platforms.
Strong communication and presentation skills, capable of articulating creative concepts clearly to stakeholders and executives.
Curious, collaborative, and receptive to feedback, fostering continuous learning and growth.

Lead and mentor a team of three designers, including a Lead Designer focused on video, motion graphics, and front-end website design.
Oversee high-concept and high-volume design work, including campaigns, customer stories, annual reports, videos, website designs, and social assets.
Serve as a quality control checkpoint, ensuring brand consistency, accessibility, and excellence.
Translate strategic ideas into actionable design concepts during internal sprints and collaborative sessions.
Own and evolve Bonterra’s brand design system, including visual identity, logo architecture, and website design guidelines.
Ensure all deliverables meet accessibility standards (e.g., color contrast, readability, hierarchy) and support inclusive experiences.
Manage external design vendor relationships and maintain quality standards for outsourced work.
Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, content, product, and leadership to ensure alignment with strategic goals.
Participate in and lead internal design sprints to foster innovation and creativity.
Streamline and optimize creative workflows on project management platforms.