Creative Director, Design
Core
Lead design projects and establish visual directions for Windows, Surface, and Services, guiding work from exploration through final delivery.
Role type
Senior Creative Director (Design)
Builds
Brand identity systems, campaign visuals, and visual expressions for consumer products and services.
Domain
Consumer technology (Windows, Surface) and advertising/branding
Required skills
Brand identity design, visual systems development, typography, image-making, visual storytelling, design leadership, agency management, cross-functional collaboration, strategic thinking, mentoring
Preferred skills
Experience with major consumer brands, photography frameworks, key art systems, global market execution
Technologies
Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Sketch, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
Responsibilities
Lead internal design teams and agency partners from brief to delivery; Establish design direction and provide creative guidance; Develop scalable design systems for global markets; Mentor designers and art directors; Collaborate with Copy and Art & Film teams to ensure cohesive brand expression; Present design rationale to senior stakeholders.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities