Principal Visual Designer

About the role

DEPT® is looking for a Principal Visual Designer to shape the visual direction of client projects and set new standards for design excellence. You will work at the intersection of technology and marketing, leading a multidisciplinary creative team to deliver transformative digital experiences.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to define and execute visual design strategies across websites, branding, UX, and content.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire the creative team, fostering a collaborative and proactive culture.
• Generate strategic insights, moodboards, and design concepts that push creative boundaries.
• Drive complex digital projects from kickoff to delivery, ensuring quality, budget, and timeline adherence.
• Establish design guidelines, oversee production, and maintain high visual and conceptual standards.
• Build and nurture relationships with key client decision‑makers and internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to the design discipline through mentorship, knowledge sharing, and process improvement.

Required profile

• 5+ years of proven experience in design and interactive work for leading brands.
• Strong user‑centered mindset with an exceptional eye for detail.
• Leadership qualities combined with humility to follow great ideas.
• Ability to translate strategic goals into compelling visual solutions.

Required skills