Head of Design

As the Head of Design at MARS Cosmetics, you will play a crucial role in leading the visual storytelling and design direction across all brand touchpoints. Your responsibilities will include managing a team of designers, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring that every campaign, packaging, and digital experience align with our bold and inclusive brand identity. Key Responsibilities: - Creative Strategy & Direction: - Develop and maintain the visual identity and creative vision for MARS Cosmetics. - Translate marketing objectives into clear, creative design strategies. - Lead concept development for brand campaigns, product launches, and social media. - Design Execution & Oversight: - Oversee all visual design outputs, including packaging, digital assets, website design, retail branding, and print materials. - Ensure consistency and innovation across all creative materials. - Manage design timelines, deliverables, and feedback cycles to meet campaign goals. - Team Leadership & Collaboration: - Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of graphic designers, motion designers, and visual artists. - Collaborate closely with marketing, product, and content teams to ensure creative alignment. - Provide constructive feedback and foster a culture of creativity and excellence. - Brand Experience & Innovation: - Stay updated on beauty, fashion, and digital design trends to keep MARS visually fresh and relevant. - Experiment with emerging design tools, technologies, and formats (e.g., AR filters, 3D packaging renders). - Maintain a strong understanding of consumer behavior and visual storytelling in the beauty industry. Qualifications: - Education & Experience: - Bachelors or Masters degree in Design, Visual Communication, Fine Arts, or related field. - 8-10 years of experience in design, with at least 3 years in a managerial or lead role (preferably in beauty, fashion, or lifestyle). - Skills & Competencies: - Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects) and/or Figma. - Exceptional visual storytelling, typography, and layout design skills. - Experience managing creative production from concept to execution. - Ability to balance creativity with strategic business goals. - Excellent leadership, communication, and project management abilities. - Familiarity with digital and social-first content design principles.,