Creative Director, Brand & Design (Temporary Full Time)

The Creative Director, Brand and Design is responsible for developing and executing provocative visual materials that elevate our brand, support our marketing objectives, and drive user engagement across all channels. This role will lead our Israel-based design team, oversee all channels/mediums of design and production, and collaborate with various departments to ensure a consistent brand that resonates with our target audience and drives intent.

*Temporary Full time for 8 months with an option to extend.

What You’ll Own:

• Develop, execute, and oversee the creation of high-quality visual designs that align with WalkMe's brand strategy and marketing goals across various platforms, including digital, print, social media, and more..
• Ensure all creative outputs maintain brand/concept consistency and adhere to established brand guidelines, while also innovating within those parameters.
• Provide direction and support to design team members on design projects, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and overall creative vision..
• Lead and mentor the creative design team, fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, and high performance.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the design team, including workload balancing, external vendors and freelancers, project assignments, and ensuring timely delivery of creative outputs.
• Actively participate in design projects, demonstrating a willingness to "roll up your sleeves" and contribute directly to creative outputs alongside team members, when necessary.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, product, and sales, to understand project requirements and deliver compelling design solutions that meet business objectives.
• Generate creative concepts and visual language that resonate with target audiences, based on strategic briefs and company KPIs.
• Incorporate feedback from stakeholders and iterate on designs to achieve the best possible outcomes, ensuring timely delivery of projects.
• Stay updated on design trends, tools, and best practices to keep WalkMe's creative output fresh and competitive. Demonstrate a genuine enthusiasm for design that reflects in daily work, actively seeking inspiration from industry trends and innovations to bring fresh, creative perspectives to the team.
• Organize and manage design assets, ensuring proper usage and accessibility across the organization.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• 10+ years of experience in brand and creative services, experience in the B2B SaaS industry
• 5+ years of experience in design team management and leadership roles
• BA/BS in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related field; MA/MS nice to have
• Proven portfolio of developing successful brand strategies, creative campaigns, and working with internal and external teams to bring an idea to life
• Experience working in fast-paced, high-growth technology companies
• Excellent technical design skills and proficiency in design and project management tools (Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, Monday)
• Familiarity and hands-on experience with Gen AI tools
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into easily understandable content/visuals

Personal Attributes:

• Creative thinker with a passion for visual storytelling and brand building
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate design team members
• Excellent communicator and collaborator across various departments
• Data-driven decision-maker and problem-solver with a results-oriented mindset
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Curious and independent - eager to learn and experiment with new tech and industry trends