Associate Creative Director
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The purpose of this role is to work closely with the Creative Directors and Strategy leads to help push the design boundaries of the agency output for existing clients and new business opportunities. Present innovative and differentiating ideas and designs to client. They will be responsible for the design ownership, creative strategic development and overall concept development of the Client’s brand.
Job Description:
Associate Creative Director — Experience Design
Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced and well-rounded design leader to join our Experience Design (XD) team as an Associate Creative Director.
This role requires a strong blend of UX, UI, and Visual Design capabilities, with the ability to independently lead projects from discovery through delivery. The ideal candidate should be capable of driving design quality, collaborating with cross-functional teams, influencing stakeholders, and mentoring designers while operating within a fast-paced global environment.
The role reports into the Director of Design and will work closely with Strategy, Product, Technology, and Client stakeholders across markets
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Key Responsibilities
Project & Delivery Leadership
Lead end-to-end experience design engagements independently across UX, UI, and Visual Design
Translate business and user needs into compelling digital experiences
Drive delivery quality, consistency, and execution excellence across projects
Manage project workflows, timelines, dependencies, and stakeholder alignment
Collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, Strategy, and Client teams
UX, UI & Visual Design Excellence
Create strong user-centered experiences across web, mobile, and platform ecosystems
Drive interaction design, information architecture, user journeys, and flows
Contribute to high-quality visual systems, UI patterns, and scalable design components
Ensure craft quality across usability, accessibility, responsiveness, and visual consistency
Guide designers in applying design systems and structured methodologies
Communication & Stakeholder Management
Present design concepts, rationale, and recommendations clearly to stakeholders and clients
Facilitate discussions, workshops, and collaborative working sessions
Translate complex ideas into structured narratives and actionable outcomes
Build confidence with clients through strong communication and delivery ownership
Team & Practice Contribution
Mentor and support junior and mid-level designers
Contribute to building design capability, culture, and best practices within the XD team
Participate in hiring, reviews, and capability development initiatives
Help strengthen collaboration across UX, Visual Design, Motion, Content, and Strategy teams
Innovation & Emerging Practices
Stay updated with evolving trends in UX, UI, AI-enabled workflows, and digital experiences
Explore opportunities to integrate AI tools and emerging technologies into design workflows
Advocate for accessibility, inclusive design, and responsible design practices
Required Skills & Experience
Core Skills
Strong expertise across UX, UI, and Visual Design
Excellent interaction design and problem-solving capability
Strong understanding of design systems and scalable experience frameworks
Ability to independently lead projects and manage stakeholders
Strong storytelling, presentation, and communication skills
Comfortable working within agile and cross-functional environments
Experience
8–12 years of relevant experience in Experience Design / Product Design / Digital Design
Experience working in agencies, consulting firms, product companies, or global delivery environments
Proven experience leading digital product or platform design initiatives
Experience working with distributed or cross-market teams is preferred
Preferred Attributes
Balanced design thinker with both strategic and execution capabilities
Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills
High ownership and accountability
Structured and detail-oriented approach to delivery
Growth mindset and willingness to learn
Ability to operate independently while collaborating effectively within larger teams
Reporting Structure
Reports to: Director of Design
Works closely with: UX, Visual Design, Strategy, Product, Engineering, and Client stakeholders
Level Expectations
This role is expected to:
Independently lead medium-to-large design engagements
Influence project direction and delivery quality
Mentor designers and contribute to team capability
Operate with minimal supervision
Contribute meaningfully to practice growth and stakeholder confidence
Location:
DGS India - Bengaluru - Manyata H2 block (inactive)
Brand:
Merkle
Time Type:
Full time
Contract Type:
Permanent