Brand Design Director

This role demands an exceptional ability to craft striking designs for campaigns while staying true to the brand’s essence and maintaining strong visual consistency across all assets will be a cornerstone of your success in this position. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and equitable workplace where all of our employees can Come as They Are. We believe that when we bring our different perspectives to work, we are truly Better Together.Your ImpactThe primary functions of this role, include but are not limited to:Creative Direction and Brand identityCreative Vision and LeadershipCross functional CollaborationConsistency across all touchpointsWho You AreEmotional IntelligenceGreat communication skillsSolution DrivenWe’d love to hear from people withExperience in brands like Nike, Adidas, New Balance, Puma, The North Face, Arc’teryx… and/or experience in design studio (Pentagram, Wolf Ollins, Collins, Porto Rocha, The New Company, Recess Studio, M35, Fisk Project, Public Library, Actual Source…).Education/Experience:10+ years of brand design experience in an agency or in-house team.At least 5 years’ experience in a senior creative leadership position leading a team of multidisciplinary creatives at varying levels of experience.At least 5 years’ experience directing photography.Significant career experience in leading brand design and creative direction, including creating design systems, branding, and campaign key visuals.Graphic design, brand identity, photography, 3D experience.BA in Graphic Design or relevant related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.An authentic connection to performance lifestyle brands, culture, and working for a value-driven company.A diverse portfolio reflecting sophistication in graphic design, typography, layout, photography, motion, and 3D.Skills/Programs/Knowledge/Behavior:Expertise with the Adobe Creative Suite including Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere, and Figma. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.Able to think strategically and conceptualize creatively.You push ideas and projects in new ways within the graphic design landscape.An inspirational leader who loves the energy that comes from diving into a project, as well as mentoring a team of in-house designers and managing external vendors (when needed).Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to balance creative vision with practical execution.Experience in a global brand and also agency setting is a plus.Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts and strategies to diverse stakeholders.Passionate about bold design, branding, and culture.You are curious, ask questions, and dig deep to find solutions.Ability to succeed in a matrix organization through influence, partnership, and respect for shared and differing objectives.Highly motivated self-starter and team player that likes to win.Keep a pulse on industry news and always searching for inspiration and new influences.Stay up to date on the ever-changing design landscape, design trends, cultural landscape, and innovative tools.Instill and reinforce the highest standards for collaboration and teamwork within the HOKA brand marketing team and across the Deckers’ brand portfolio. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary for your preferred location during the hiring process.Equal Employment OpportunityDiversity and inclusion are key to our success.