Design Director (Hybrid Working Style)

Job Description

Design Director |  Houston, TX

Hybrid Working Style (3 days in-office, 2 days remote)

We are hiring for our client—a forward-thinking design firm known for its transparent, autonomous, flexible, fun, and highly collaborative culture. They are seeking an inspiring Design Director to champion design excellence, lead an integrated studio environment, and evolve the firm’s design identity and practice across multiple offices.

The Design Director will guide the next chapter of the firm’s design evolution. This leader will develop and articulate a strong design voice, elevate design standards, and nurture a culture centered on innovation, curiosity, and high performance.

You will serve as the firm’s Design Service Lead Expert, supporting teams with design leadership, elevating the quality of all deliverables, and ensuring a cohesive design vision. This role blends creative direction, mentorship, practice leadership, and strategic business development—ideal for a seasoned designer who thrives at the intersection of creativity and organizational leadership.

What You’ll Lead & Shape

• Evolve & Elevate Design
• Manage, Train & Strengthen the Studio
• Be a Creative Advisor & Mentor
• Research, Innovation & Thought Leadership

Grow the Practice & Brand

Qualifications

Actively engaged in the design community and committed to elevating the profession.

Interior Talent, Inc

Since its founding in 2003, Interior Talent has evolved into one of the leading talent recruitment and retention firms for the Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering, Retail, and Manufacturing industries. Our defined area of expertise and ability to continually adapt to the unique needs of our clients allow us to provide focused, individualized service.

For all active Interior Talent job listings, please visit  Jobs.InteriorTalent.com

CONFIDENTIALITY & PROFESSIONALISM : We assist with the entire process so that looking into a new opportunity is discreet and confidential – we highly value your current position and will never do anything that would bring your future into jeopardy

EXPERTISE : In the industry since 2003 - we are your advocate, and WE GET IT – we know making a career decision is difficult, and we’re here for you throughout the whole process

Job Requirements

Design Director, Commercial Design, Commercial, Design, Director of Design, Interior Design, Design Director