What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Lead - Digital (Full-time) - Remote | WFH position at Get It Recruit - Marketing?
Job Title: Design Lead - Digital Platforms (Full-Time Hybrid/Remote)
Location: Grand Rapids, MI / Remote
About Us
We're a dynamic digital product design agency specializing in crafting exceptional customer experiences, embedded UI, and engaging mobile and web app designs. Our mission is to turn business goals into impactful user experiences through a diverse range of services, including digital prototyping, UX/UI design, product mapping, graphic design, interaction design, and more.
We pride ourselves on staying ahead of the curve with innovative digital solutions that meet current market demands and anticipate future needs. Our team is a vibrant mix of creative thinkers, strategists, and designers dedicated to pushing the boundaries in product design.
Role Description
We're seeking a talented Design Lead to join our team. In this role, you'll take charge of digital product design projects, guiding them from concept to completion. You'll conduct user research, create wireframes and prototypes, collaborate with clients and stakeholders, and provide strategic design guidance.
As a Design Lead, you'll focus on delivering high-quality design solutions that align with client objectives and industry best practices. You'll bring a strategic perspective to client projects, lead and mentor design teams, and manage client relationships effectively.
This role offers flexibility with a hybrid or remote work arrangement.
What You'll Accomplish
Client Work (75-80%)
Develop and articulate design and research strategies that support client business goals, respect end users, and achieve desired outcomes.
Oversee the execution of these strategies, providing creative direction and mentorship to ensure high-quality design and research.
Act as a trusted partner to clients, navigating complexity, setting clear expectations, and delivering on time and within budget.
Adapt to evolving client and team needs, overcoming challenges with grace.
Balance competing business, technical, and user needs effectively.
Facilitate design reviews, provide constructive feedback, and invite feedback to foster individual and project growth.
Innovate processes to enhance team efficiency and effectiveness.
Commit to creating and promoting accessible and inclusive design solutions.
Share responsibility for project and client success.
Business Development (5-10%)
Articulate the impact of our design capabilities on client outcomes.
Contribute to the sales process through client meetings, proposals, estimates, and presentations.
Identify and shape new opportunities within existing client engagements.
Design Leadership (10-15%)
Serve as a thought leader within the design practice and across the agency.
Mentor team members, leveraging coaching and feedback to develop their skills.
Collaborate with team members to establish and maintain quality standards, processes, and tools.
Foster trust through active listening, valuing ideas from contributors, and championing innovative ideas.
Pursue personal and professional growth, focusing on leadership, consulting, and technical skills.
Model professional behavior and set a positive tone for the team.
Our Team Culture
We believe in supporting each other's professional and personal growth within a respectful and inclusive environment. Continuous learning is encouraged, and we strive to enhance our collective strength through knowledge sharing. We value both intense work and downtime, offering flexible schedules, long weekends, and observing major holidays.
Our team is passionate about creativity, design, food, coffee, music, and adventures. While participation in team activities is optional, it's always encouraged.
Remote Work and Communication
Remote work is available, provided you have a private and confidential workspace. Effective communication is key, and we use project management tools to track time and efforts. In-person work is preferred occasionally.
Resources
We cover expenses for business essentials and provide resources like desk space, monitors, and tools. Remote employees may have covered expenses and receive a technology stipend for devices used for both personal and professional purposes.
Health and Wellness
We offer a health and wellness stipend to help cover your health plan and wellness expenses.
Non-Disclosure Agreement
A non-disclosure agreement is required to ensure the privacy and security of all client-related work.
Qualifications
A strong desire to help others succeed and a collaborative mindset.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in interaction design, UX, or related fields.
At least 8 years of experience as a designer with a minimum of 2 years in a consulting or agency setting.
Expertise in human-centered design methodologies and systems thinking.
A compelling portfolio demonstrating your process and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to navigate conflict, offer constructive feedback, and make confident decisions.
Commitment to following processes that delight clients and support business goals.
Strong self-direction with an ownership mindset and awareness of industry trends.
Salary
Competitive salary based on experience and contribution. Local salary averages are used as a benchmark.
Why Join Us?
We're committed to creativity and innovation in everything we do. Join us to be part of a collaborative environment that values initiative and creativity. Let's design the future together!
How to Apply
Please submit your portfolio or examples of your digital product design work to [email address]. Include specific projects and your role in them, particularly those related to embedded product screens, online platforms, web apps, or mobile apps. If we see a potential fit, we'll schedule an interview.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Grand Rapids, MI / Remote
About Us
We're a dynamic digital product design agency specializing in crafting exceptional customer experiences, embedded UI, and engaging mobile and web app designs. Our mission is to turn business goals into impactful user experiences through a diverse range of services, including digital prototyping, UX/UI design, product mapping, graphic design, interaction design, and more.
We pride ourselves on staying ahead of the curve with innovative digital solutions that meet current market demands and anticipate future needs. Our team is a vibrant mix of creative thinkers, strategists, and designers dedicated to pushing the boundaries in product design.
Role Description
We're seeking a talented Design Lead to join our team. In this role, you'll take charge of digital product design projects, guiding them from concept to completion. You'll conduct user research, create wireframes and prototypes, collaborate with clients and stakeholders, and provide strategic design guidance.
As a Design Lead, you'll focus on delivering high-quality design solutions that align with client objectives and industry best practices. You'll bring a strategic perspective to client projects, lead and mentor design teams, and manage client relationships effectively.
This role offers flexibility with a hybrid or remote work arrangement.
What You'll Accomplish
Client Work (75-80%)
Develop and articulate design and research strategies that support client business goals, respect end users, and achieve desired outcomes.
Oversee the execution of these strategies, providing creative direction and mentorship to ensure high-quality design and research.
Act as a trusted partner to clients, navigating complexity, setting clear expectations, and delivering on time and within budget.
Adapt to evolving client and team needs, overcoming challenges with grace.
Balance competing business, technical, and user needs effectively.
Facilitate design reviews, provide constructive feedback, and invite feedback to foster individual and project growth.
Innovate processes to enhance team efficiency and effectiveness.
Commit to creating and promoting accessible and inclusive design solutions.
Share responsibility for project and client success.
Business Development (5-10%)
Articulate the impact of our design capabilities on client outcomes.
Contribute to the sales process through client meetings, proposals, estimates, and presentations.
Identify and shape new opportunities within existing client engagements.
Design Leadership (10-15%)
Serve as a thought leader within the design practice and across the agency.
Mentor team members, leveraging coaching and feedback to develop their skills.
Collaborate with team members to establish and maintain quality standards, processes, and tools.
Foster trust through active listening, valuing ideas from contributors, and championing innovative ideas.
Pursue personal and professional growth, focusing on leadership, consulting, and technical skills.
Model professional behavior and set a positive tone for the team.
Our Team Culture
We believe in supporting each other's professional and personal growth within a respectful and inclusive environment. Continuous learning is encouraged, and we strive to enhance our collective strength through knowledge sharing. We value both intense work and downtime, offering flexible schedules, long weekends, and observing major holidays.
Our team is passionate about creativity, design, food, coffee, music, and adventures. While participation in team activities is optional, it's always encouraged.
Remote Work and Communication
Remote work is available, provided you have a private and confidential workspace. Effective communication is key, and we use project management tools to track time and efforts. In-person work is preferred occasionally.
Resources
We cover expenses for business essentials and provide resources like desk space, monitors, and tools. Remote employees may have covered expenses and receive a technology stipend for devices used for both personal and professional purposes.
Health and Wellness
We offer a health and wellness stipend to help cover your health plan and wellness expenses.
Non-Disclosure Agreement
A non-disclosure agreement is required to ensure the privacy and security of all client-related work.
Qualifications
A strong desire to help others succeed and a collaborative mindset.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in interaction design, UX, or related fields.
At least 8 years of experience as a designer with a minimum of 2 years in a consulting or agency setting.
Expertise in human-centered design methodologies and systems thinking.
A compelling portfolio demonstrating your process and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to navigate conflict, offer constructive feedback, and make confident decisions.
Commitment to following processes that delight clients and support business goals.
Strong self-direction with an ownership mindset and awareness of industry trends.
Salary
Competitive salary based on experience and contribution. Local salary averages are used as a benchmark.
Why Join Us?
We're committed to creativity and innovation in everything we do. Join us to be part of a collaborative environment that values initiative and creativity. Let's design the future together!
How to Apply
Please submit your portfolio or examples of your digital product design work to [email address]. Include specific projects and your role in them, particularly those related to embedded product screens, online platforms, web apps, or mobile apps. If we see a potential fit, we'll schedule an interview.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Remote Work From Home Job - Entry Level
WFH Remote Jobs -
Oxnard, CA
Digital Production Design Lead
Hero Digital - Job Board -
Austin, TX
Part Time & Full Time Work From Home / Remote Customer Service - Data Entry - Entry Level
Remote Flex Job - WFH -
Los Angeles, CA
