Design / Creative Lead

Job Description

Design / Creative Lead Location: Remote (India-based preferred) Salary: ₹70,000/month Start Date: ASAP Reports to: Founder / Leadership Team Role Summary We are looking for a seasoned, highly skilled Design / Creative Lead to elevate the quality of creative output across the agency. This role is both strategic and hands-on, requiring a sharp eye for design fundamentals, consistency, and the ability to lead and review creative work before it reaches the project managers or clients. This is not just a designer role. You will be expected to guide , mentor , and hold accountable a team of designers while also maintaining high personal standards of execution and creative direction. Key Responsibilities Creative Oversight: Review all creative assets (PDFs, videos, social media, decks) for consistency, alignment to brand guidelines, spacing, hierarchy, and adherence to design principles. Team Leadership: Act as a quality gatekeeper for the design team, providing constructive feedback and mentoring junior designers. Project Quality Control: Ensure that all assets delivered are client-ready before they reach the project manager. Skill Development: Identify gaps in the team's skills and proactively support their development. Collaboration: Work closely with the leadership and project management team to ensure high-quality, timely delivery. Resource Planning: Help manage design team workload and allocate resources efficiently. Design Execution (as needed): Contribute directly to design tasks when necessary or during critical timelines. Who You Are A mid-to-senior level designer with exceptional visual taste and a sharp eye for detail Able to confidently give feedback rooted in design fundamentals : spacing, alignment, consistency, hierarchy Experienced in working with fast-paced agencies and meeting deadlines under pressure Comfortable managing a remote team and maintaining high standards without emotional reactivity Proactive, resourceful, and independent – able to manage and lead without micromanagement Application Process Shortlisted candidates will be asked to review 4 live client assets (across formats such as video, carousel PDF) and provide detailed creative feedback to assess their design thinking and quality bar. 📝 How to Apply Please email aleksandra@marketingessentialslab.com with the subject line: “Design / Creative Lead Application – [Your Full Name]” and include the following: Your CV and design portfolio (PDF or link) Your answers to the questions below (keep it short and specific: What makes you a great fit for this role? What’s your experience leading or mentoring design teams? Which tools do you use for design (e.g. Figma, Adobe, Canva) and team collaboration? How do you ensure consistency and quality across multiple creative projects? What’s your availability to start? ⚠️ Applications without answers to these questions will not be considered. Show more Show less