​​About the Role:

The Design Director will play a crucial role in leading and driving design projects within the Studio team. Reporting to the VP, Studio Creative, you will be responsible for managing a talented team of full-time and freelance designers. This position demands an experienced leader who can balance creative vision with strategic thinking to deliver outstanding design solutions that align with our brand and business goals. The studio is responsible for a wide range of design outputs, from motion graphics, to content franchise brand worlds, to our app content ecosystem, to marketing and brand collateral.

You Will:

• Lead and manage a team of designers, providing mentorship, guidance, and fostering a collaborative, innovative environment.
• Drive design projects from concept to completion, ensuring all deliverables meet the highest standards of quality, creativity, and brand alignment.
• Develop and implement design strategies that align with business objectives and elevate the brand across various touchpoints.
• Establish and optimize design systems, processes, and workflows to ensure efficiency and consistency across all design output.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, product, and content, to ensure design solutions are integrated and aligned with overall company goals.
• Stay updated on design trends and industry best practices to continuously push the creative boundaries of the team.
• Manage relationships with external vendors, freelancers, and agencies as needed to scale design efforts

You Have:

• 10+ years of experience in a design role, with at least 3+ years in a leadership or management position.
• Proven experience managing and mentoring designers, with a strong track record of building and leading high-performing design teams.
• Excellent creative and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to translate business objectives into compelling design solutions.
• Proven track record in creating work for marketing and content outputs
• Strong experience in developing and implementing design systems and optimizing design processes.
• Highly collaborative mindset, with exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• Proficient in design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Sketch) and an understanding of current design trends and tools.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects, and adapt to changing priorities

Our Benefits (there are more but here are some highlights):

• Competitive salary & equity compensation for full-time roles
• Unlimited PTO, company holidays, and quarterly mental health days
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental & vision, and parental leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• Employee discounts on hims & hers & Apostrophe online products
• 401k benefits with employer matching contribution
• Offsite team retreats

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