Associate Design Director

About the role

The Manager, Graphic Design is a player‑coach role responsible for setting the bar for graphic design craft while actively contributing hands‑on work across key initiatives. Reporting to the Creative Director, this role oversees a small team of graphic designers and is accountable for quality, consistency, and execution across all visual design outputs supporting our internal stakeholder teams (marketing, sales, product) within a three‑sided marketplace spanning consumers, creators, and brands. How you will make an impact Own and evolve the graphic design vision across projects (including campaigns, product marketing, lifecycle marketing, and events), ensuring work is on-brand, high-quality, and strategically sound Set and uphold clear quality standards, design principles, and best practices; provide thoughtful, actionable feedback that raises the bar Partner with the Creative Director to translate brand and business goals into compelling visual systems and executions Lead by example through hands-on design contributions across major initiatives and high-impact creative needs Directly manage and mentor the Graphic Design Team, supporting growth through regular feedback, coaching, and development planning Collaborate closely with Copywriters, Creative Operations, and Marketing partners to deliver integrated creative solutions Lead creative reviews and stakeholder presentations, clearly articulating design rationale, tradeoffs, and recommendations Partner with Creative Operations Manager and Creative Director to scope work, manage priorities, and improve workflows that support scale and efficiency Stay at the forefront of emerging AI and creative technology trends, championing tools and workflows that elevate design quality, speed, and cross-functional collaboration across the organization What you will bring to LTK 8+ years of experience in graphic design, visual design, or brand design, with at least 3+ years in a people‑management role A portfolio showcasing strong conceptual thinking, craft, and storytelling across digital, social, and brand experiences Expert proficiency in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite. Some experience with HTML5 and/or CSS is a plus Exceptional visual design fundamentals with a refined eye for typography, layout, color, and brand systemsStrong understanding of creative best practices and digital creative development Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, agile environment Experience partnering with marketing teams across campaigns, product marketing, lifecycle marketing, and events Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence through clear rationale, collaboration, and diplomacy Passionate about developing and mentoring design talent A proactive mindset with a strong sense of ownership and urgency Dedication to operational excellence, thoughtful prioritization, and continuous improvement Curiosity and enthusiasm for evolving creative tools, workflows, and emerging technologies, including AI-led design practices A growth mindset and openness to feedback A mindset focused on seizing opportunities and moving with urgency Dedication to fierce prioritization and operational excellence Adaptability to a dynamic, fast-moving environment #IAJ1