Design lead

Tcules is looking for Design lead to join our dynamic team and embark on a rewarding career journey

The Design Lead is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing and managing the design team within an organization.

They provide creative direction, guidance, and mentorship to designers while ensuring the successful execution of design projects.

The Design Lead collaborates closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, engineers, and marketers, to create innovative and visually appealing solutions that align with the company's brand and objectives.

They play a crucial role in driving the design strategy and maintaining high design standards throughout the organization.

Responsibilities:Design Strategy and Leadership:Develop and communicate the design vision, strategy, and goals in alignment with the overall company objectives.

Lead and inspire the design team, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Establish design processes, best practices, and standards to ensure consistent quality and efficiency.

Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and design methodologies to drive innovation.

Project Management:Manage and prioritize design projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet stakeholder expectations.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements, goals, and success criteria.

Assign tasks and responsibilities to the design team members, monitoring progress and providing feedback throughout the project lifecycle.

Conduct design reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure designs meet high-quality standards.

Design Direction and Execution:Provide creative direction and guidance to the design team, fostering their professional growth and development.

Collaborate closely with product managers and engineers to translate business and user requirements into innovative design solutions.

Lead the creation of user-centered designs, including wireframes, prototypes, visual designs, and interactive experiences.

Ensure designs are intuitive, visually appealing, and aligned with the company's brand identity and user experience guidelines.

Collaboration and Communication:Collaborate effectively with stakeholders, including executives, product managers, marketers, and developers, to understand project goals and requirements.

Present design concepts, strategies, and project updates to various stakeholders, effectively communicating design rationale and benefits.

Foster a collaborative environment, promoting cross-functional collaboration and knowledge sharing among team members.

Advocate for the value of design within the organization, educating stakeholders about the impact of design on user experience and business outcomes.

Requirements:Education and Experience:Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, Visual Communication, or a related field.

Proven experience (X years) in a design leadership role, managing a team of designers.

A strong portfolio showcasing expertise in visual design, user-centered design, and design strategy.

Design Skills:Proficient in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Figma, or similar applications.

Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, information architecture, and interaction design.

Experience with responsive design, mobile app design, and web design best practices.

Familiarity with prototyping tools and techniques.

Leadership and Communication:Excellent leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.

Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage timelines, and meet deadlines.

Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts and rationale to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.

Creativity and Innovation:A passion for design and a deep understanding of current design trends and best practices.

Ability to think creatively and strategically, generating innovative design solutions.

Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate and mitigate design-related challenges.