Brand Design Lead (2 month FTC/ Freelance)

8+ years experience in design or creative, with 4+ years leading teams A killer portfolio showing a range of standout work and smart thinking Passionate about brand, storytelling, and the craft of design (motion skills a big plus) A tech enthusiast who’s always exploring new tools and emerging tech—especially AI—to level up creative processes and unlock fresh, original outputs Strategic thinker who can turn business goals into strong creative Super organised, self-directed, and great at working across departments Confident stepping in, stepping up, and getting started fast You thrive in a fast paced environment, and take uncertainty in your stride Deep knowledge of design principles, digital-first thinking, and accessibility standards Strong campaign experience across channels like social, OOH, and video Expert in tools like Figma and Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop)

Take the reins on creative direction, keeping output high-quality and on-brand Own concept development and campaign execution across digital, social, print, web, and more Push boundaries with bold, strategic creative that speaks to the right audiences Present ideas clearly to stakeholders and advocate for design thinking across the business Collaborate with a talented team of designers, writers, marketers, and creative partners Step in as team lead to guide, mentor, and support the crew while the full-time lead is away Build a collaborative, feedback-friendly vibe where great work can thrive Keep projects on track, manage priorities, and problem-solve with ease Partner with marketing, product, sales, and other teams to deliver strong creative Facilitate workshops and drive ideation across internal and external groups Keep systems humming and empower others to create on-brand, high-quality work Help refine workflows, bring fresh ideas to the table, and stay sharp on industry trends