Design Director / Head of Design

We are looking for a Design Director/Head of Design to join the team with a background in creative direction, branding and design systems, and product design. Group-IB sets high standards for design as we believe that it makes a huge impact on customers decision making process, lead generation and brand empowerment.
You're a conceptual and creative thinker who can bring your ideas to life in new and inspiring ways. You have a strong point of view on design and it demonstrates in your work. When you decide to make something, you see your vision from concept to launch without any hand-holding.
You should have unwavering dedication to design excellence. You will hire and lead a multi-disciplinary team made up of creative directors, art directors, motion and web designers, illustrators, animators, and other professional roles to craft high quality experiences.
You will report directly to CEO of the company

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Hire and manage a team of creatives (graphic, web, 3D/Motion designers) to execute on the work;
• Lead Rebranding project and create a unified visual guide for the Company and various marketing/branding materials (presentations, website, 2D/3D schemes, and other graphic materials);
• Create sketches, storyboards, prototypes, and design specs necessary to guide development of compelling and consistent experiences;
• Work closely with the product marketing, digital marketing, art directors, product owners, content marketing teams to implement a cohesive visual style, voice, and tone;
• Seek out creative opportunities to improve on existing style and approach;
• Prioritize and execute on high-priority creative moments.

APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY IF:

• 5+ years of industry experience in a people management role on a design team;
• 7+ years experience as a Creative Director/Art Director at a creative agency or an in-house team;
• Experience shaping and leading product strategy;
• A portfolio of work that contains examples of Interaction (UX), creative concepts, graphic materials;
• Presentation, interpersonal, and communication experience;
• Experience communicating concepts;
• Expertise taking design feedback and incorporating it;
• An excellent portfolio of design work;
• Strong project management skills;
• Good command of English: at least upper-intermediate

Your happiness is important to us. We want every single team member to be happy.

Continuing professional development. At Group-IB, you can choose from various paths to growth: progress as an expert, advance to a management position, try your hand in another department, relocate abroad, or launch a new business area at Group-IB.

A team with extensive international expertise. Do you have experience but are looking for exciting challenges? By choosing us, you will be choosing complex tasks and continuously improving your skills in a fast-growing international company.

Globally recognized technologies. Group-IB's offices are located in seven countries and our products and services are sold in 60 countries. What’s more, Gartner, IDC, and Forrester have ranked our technologies among the best in their class. We work with over 450 international partners and about 500 clients.

A culture created by each of us. Group-IB’s employees speak many different languages ​​and understand one another. We respect each other's beliefs, share common values, ​​and strive toward the happiness of every employee.

Economic stability. Group-IB's sustainable growth helps rapidly develop careers that would take years to progress as far in most other companies.

WHAT ELSE YOU SHOULD KNOW

Flexible schedule. Group-IB does not have fixed working hours. You choose your own schedule. We adhere to the principle advocated by Steve Jobs: “We have to work not 12 hours, and head.”

Health. If anything goes wrong, don’t worry — we offer health insurance including dental care.

Always in touch. The company pays for 24/7 mobile services across all time zones.

Comfortable offices in all countries of operation. We bring our creative ideas to life and design our offices so that they are a convenient space. In summer, we sometimes work outside on verandas and invite clients and partners to celebrate special occasions there.

Certificates and training courses. Group-IB specialists hold over 1,000 professional certificates, including CEH, CISSP, OSCP, GIAC, MCFE, BSI, as well as some rare ones that would be a source of pride for experts in forensics, penetration testing, and reverse engineering worldwide. We have an incentive program that helps employees achieve certifications at the company's expense.

Challenges. A wide selection of GIB programs help you improve soft skills, gain new competencies, and receive monetary rewards.

Initiative is rewarded. At Group-IB, you can bring your most daring ideas to life. The company encourages technical blogging, writing articles, building sports teams, and other creative activities.

Leisure. At Group-IB, we love and practice football, go karting, Thai boxing, yoga, self-defense, dancing, and breathing exercises. We even have our own eSports team. Group-IB employees also receive a 50% discount on a one-year membership at a gym near the office.

A boost for the whole day. Seasonal fruit and fresh pastries (and ice cream in summer) are delivered to our office several times a week.

Goodies from partners. Our employees are entitled to a wide range of discounts on sporting goods, food and drink deliveries, barbershop and beauty salon services, and other perks.