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アソシエイトデザインディレクター/ Associate Design Director

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A global digital advertising agency is looking for an Associate Design Director. The selected candidate will lead creative strategy and design direction across digital platforms and mentor teams to produce world-class digital experiences. This is a hybrid setup role.

Responsibilities:

  • Set creative direction from discovery through post-launch
  • Lead creative strategy across multiple accounts and projects
  • Develop strategic design concepts with internal teams and clients
  • Deliver innovative, user-centric digital experiences
  • Present creative vision to clients with clarity and impact
  • Continuously improve creative workflows and team efficiency
  • Inspire and mentor creative teams, guiding professional development
  • Manage onboarding and career progression for creatives
  • Support business growth through pitch contributions and presentations
  • Provide hands-on creative guidance using standard design tools

Requirements:

  • More than 7 years of experience in creative leadership roles
  • Proven experience managing cross-disciplinary creative teams
  • Expertise in UI/UX design, digital platform development, and responsive design
  • Strong collaboration skills with UX and development leads
  • Passion for design innovation
  • Possess a portfolio showcasing their creative disciplines (art direction, user experience and UI design)

About the Company:

A global leader in innovation and experience design, this company empowers brands through cutting-edge digital solutions, blending creativity, data, and technology. With a reputation for delivering impactful customer experiences, it attracts top talent passionate about shaping the future of digital engagement.

Keywords:

デジタルデザイン, クリエイティブディレクション, UI/UX, インタラクションデザイン, チームマネジメント, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: MAI6Z8

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Digital

Focus: Web Design

Industry: Advertising and PR

Salary: ¥10,000,000 - ¥12,500,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Director

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: MAI6Z8-DBBE7171

Date posted: 22 May 2025

Consultant: Maddie Quan