Design Director

Colle McVoy Colle McVoyis a full-service, certified B Corp agency building enduring relationships between forward-thinking brands and consumers. From sparking a national movement to ban airplane seat reclining with La-Z-Boy to hosting a fully improvised “Big Game” sketch show powered by fan suggestions for Perdue Chicken Wings, our work shapes how people shop, what they notice, and what they crave. Recognized as a Fast Company Most Innovative Company, Adweek Midsize Agency of the Year, Ad Age A-List honoree, and SABRE Disruptive Agency of the Year, Colle McVoy brings a nimble talent model that unlocks holistic creative problem-solving across the entire marketing ecosystem. Our capabilities span brand and influencer strategy, design, experiential, social, content, media, and earned creative/PR. Backed by an award-winning culture and 15 consecutive Best Place to Work honors, Colle McVoy is part ofDonerCollePartners — a strategic alliance built to help brands win between the coasts through integrated strategy, creative, media, and AI-powered innovation. Job Overview Design Director Colle McVoy is seeking a Design Director who creates outcomes, not just artifacts. Someone who pairs big-picture strategy with fearless design execution. Who sees design as a force multiplier—and knows how to wield it to drive change. Someone ready to shape what’s next, not simply respond to it. This is a design leadership role for a systems thinker with a bold point of view—someone fluent across physical, digital, and experiential channels. You understand how to harness emerging tools and technologies, including AI, to unlock new creative possibilities—and how to rally teams to build belief in every detail. Responsibilities Lead the creative development of strategic brand systems and campaign expressions across multiple platformsBring a strong POV to design conversations and storytelling to presentations, pushing creative boundaries while aligning with client objectivesLead, mentor, grow and inspire junior and senior designers, elevating their craft and storytelling abilitiesEnsure design consistency and quality across all channels—digital, print, experiential, and emerging techAdvocate for the user experience and human-centered design throughout all workStay current with design trends, emerging technologies, and cultural shiftsCultivate a collaborative, inclusive, and growth-oriented creative culture with cross-functional teams and stakeholders—leaving ego at the doorBuild and maintain strong relationships with high-profile clients and internal stakeholdersElevate the agency’s creative reputation through craft, innovation, and bold design thinking Required Skills A strategic mind, visual fluency, and the ability to distill complexity into systems and stories that connectA portfolio that demonstrates bold thinking, thoughtful execution, and scalable designDeep understanding of brand development, identity systems, and integrated campaign expressionStrong verbal and written communication, with the ability to clearly articulate design decisions to internal teams and external partnersA collaborative spirit, entrepreneurial drive, and commitment to growth—for yourself, your team, and the work Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience10+ years of brand-building experience across a variety of mediums, with a proven track record of leading multi-disciplinary teamsProficient in Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, and motion design, with an openness to learning AI, 3D, and other emerging technologies.Ability to travel as needed At the time of posting, the base salary for this position ranges from $120,000 to $140,000. Compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, and qualifications. In addition to the base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health and wellness options, agency perks, and the flexibility of a hybrid work environment. About Colle Mcvoy Colle McVoy is a full-service, certified B Corp agency that builds enduring relationships between forward-thinking brands and people through integrated strategy, creative, media, and communications. Recognized as an Adweek Agency of the Year honoree, an Ad Age A-List Standout Agency, and a Fast Company Most Innovative Company, the agency partners with iconic brands including 3M, Dairy Queen, Perdue Farms, McCormick & Company, Revlon, Target, U.S. Bank, and more. Colle McVoy is part of DonerColle Partners, a strategic alliance built to help brands that moveAmerica gofurther through integrated, AI-enhanced creativity and production. For more information, visitcollemcvoy.comanddonercolle.com,or follow us onLinkedInandInstagram. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.