This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Head of Brand and Design based in United States.
This role offers the opportunity to define and elevate the brand identity of a fast-growing AI-driven technology company.
You will own the creative vision across digital experiences, product storytelling, marketing campaigns, and customer-facing materials.
As the first dedicated brand and design leader, you will build the systems, standards, and creative direction that shape how the company is perceived globally.
You will collaborate closely with executive leadership, product, marketing, and sales teams to create a distinctive presence in a competitive industry.
This is a hands-on leadership role for a creative builder who combines strategic thinking with exceptional design execution.
You will have the autonomy to make bold decisions, establish a world-class brand foundation, and directly influence business growth.
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Head of Brand and Design based in United States.
This role offers the opportunity to define and elevate the brand identity of a fast-growing AI-driven technology company.
You will own the creative vision across digital experiences, product storytelling, marketing campaigns, and customer-facing materials.
As the first dedicated brand and design leader, you will build the systems, standards, and creative direction that shape how the company is perceived globally.
You will collaborate closely with executive leadership, product, marketing, and sales teams to create a distinctive presence in a competitive industry.
This is a hands-on leadership role for a creative builder who combines strategic thinking with exceptional design execution.
You will have the autonomy to make bold decisions, establish a world-class brand foundation, and directly influence business growth.
Accountabilities:
- Own and evolve the brand identity, including visual systems, typography, color frameworks, illustration, iconography, motion, and brand guidelines.
- Lead the creative direction for all marketing initiatives, ensuring campaigns, advertising, social content, events, videos, and communications maintain a consistent and high-quality standard.
- Take ownership of the company website experience, driving design improvements, conversion-focused pages, and collaboration with marketing teams on growth initiatives.
- Create compelling product marketing assets, including launch materials, sales enablement content, demonstrations, and visual storytelling experiences.
- Establish a strong creative vision and serve as the internal authority for design quality, craftsmanship, and brand consistency.
- Partner with product, marketing, sales, and leadership teams to translate complex technology into clear, engaging, and differentiated customer experiences.
- Build and scale the creative organization by hiring designers, managing external partners, and creating effective workflows across teams.
- Develop impactful brand moments around company milestones, industry reports, announcements, and customer-facing initiatives.
- Continue designing directly while setting creative standards, providing feedback, and mentoring future team members.
- Improve production quality across digital, physical, and multimedia experiences, including motion and video content.
- 8+ years of experience in brand, design, or creative leadership roles with ownership of company-wide brand initiatives.
- Proven experience building or significantly evolving a recognizable brand, preferably within a design-focused technology company.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and grow creative teams, including hiring, mentoring, setting standards, and managing agencies or contractors.
- Strong portfolio showcasing exceptional taste, creative direction, and high-quality brand work across digital and physical experiences.
- Experience working in early-stage or high-growth environments where building systems from scratch is required.
- Hands-on design expertise with the ability to create, iterate, and deliver work independently.
- Strong understanding of digital design, product marketing, storytelling, motion, and visual communication.
- Ability to make complex or technical products feel accessible, engaging, and premium.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain creative decisions and provide actionable feedback.
- Advanced proficiency with design tools such as Figma and Adobe Creative Suite, including motion design tools where applicable.
- Strong strategic mindset with the ability to balance creative ambition, business objectives, and execution priorities.
- Competitive salary package with regular performance reviews.
- Equity opportunity in a rapidly growing technology company.
- Fully remote work environment for U.S.-based employees.
- Flexible work structure with occasional travel for team events, offsites, and creative projects.
- Opportunity to take full ownership of brand strategy and creative direction.
- Access to modern technology, tools, and resources to support high-quality work.
- Frequent team gatherings, dinners, and offsite experiences.
- Professional growth opportunities within an ambitious and mission-driven organization.
- Opportunity to contribute to innovative products at the intersection of AI, security, and real-world impact.
As the Head of Brand and Design, you will define the creative strategy and build a scalable brand system that supports business growth, customer engagement, and market differentiation. You will combine leadership, creative direction, and hands-on execution to establish a strong and consistent identity across every touchpoint.
Requirements:
The ideal candidate is a strategic and hands-on brand leader with strong creative judgment, experience building recognizable brands, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment. You should be comfortable creating from the ground up while collaborating across multiple functions.