Design Director / Head of Design

Design Director / Head of Design at Smart Heart branding agency. Lead art directors and designers, drive projects from concept to delivery, and participate in tenders.

Responsibilities: Develop and evolve the distinctive visual language of Smart Heart. Lead art directors and designers: inspire, provide honest feedback, and help them grow. Guide key projects from concept to implementation. Conduct design sessions and reviews, find unique and cohesive solutions. Work with clients, understand their needs, deliver wow presentations. Participate in tenders and win. Ensure quality, timelines, resources, and economics of the design direction. Create new products, formats, and methods together with R&D.

Experience leading design in a branding agency and at least 2 years in branding. Convincing portfolio in branding. Appreciation of the power of ideas, aesthetics, and business. Systems thinking rather than isolated images. Ability to communicate equally well with designers, managers, and clients. Ability to defend decisions with reasoning. Love for people, ability to spot talent and unlock potential.