Head of Design & Marketing
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person (Brooklyn, NY)
Job description:
Our client is a trendy, forward-thinking furniture manufacturer and one of the fastest-growing furniture brands in the US. They produce stylish, well-made furniture that is delivered directly to customers at competitive prices. The company is committed to high-quality products, exceptional service, and continued growth.
The Role
Our client is looking for a highly creative and visionary Head of Design & Marketing to lead their design and marketing efforts. This individual will oversee the creative process from concept through execution while ensuring that all visual and written content aligns with the company's brand identity and long-term objectives.
This is a hands-on leadership role that combines creative direction, team management, branding, marketing, and design operations. The successful candidate will manage an in-house creative team of three along with multiple freelance professionals, while collaborating closely with marketing, product development, sales, and executive leadership.
Responsibilities
Lead the creative process from concept through execution across a wide range of projects, ensuring consistency with brand identity
Manage and work directly with an in-house team of three as well as multiple freelance creative professionals
Hire, develop, manage, and inspire the creative team while effectively overseeing workloads and priorities
Collaborate with marketing, product development, sales, and other cross-functional teams to develop cohesive campaigns and marketing materials
Oversee the creation and editing of visual assets, including product photography, product imagery, lifestyle renderings, graphics, and video
Manage and organize thousands of image and creative files efficiently
Ensure all creative output and visual communications remain consistent with established brand guidelines
Manage product copywriting and ensure product descriptions include accurate details, relevant keywords, and required information
Assist with social media strategy and creative development across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Pinterest, and other platforms
Manage email marketing templates, promotional materials, and other marketing assets
Present creative concepts and strategic recommendations to executives, clearly communicating the rationale behind creative decisions and long-term goals
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards
Develop and improve design systems, workflows, and processes to increase efficiency and consistency
Stay current on design, marketing, furniture, interior design, and emerging technology trends
Identify creative and operational challenges and develop solutions independently
Qualifications
Required:
10+ years of experience in graphic design or a related creative field
5+ years of marketing experience
Proven experience leading creative projects and managing designers or other creative professionals
Strong portfolio demonstrating a range of creative projects across multiple media
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
Strong understanding of branding principles, creative direction, and marketing strategy
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational and file management skills with exceptional attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to independently find solutions when direction or answers are not readily available
Preferred:
Experience in the furniture, home furnishings, or home decor industry
Experience or strong passion for interior design and merchandising
Experience with 3D design software such as Blender or similar platforms
Experience developing product imagery, lifestyle renderings, and video content
Experience managing social media creative across multiple platforms
Experience working with freelance creative teams
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Marketing, or a related field
Benefits
Compensation
? $65,000 - $75,000 per year