Why join us
Joining Sainsbury's Zest as the Design Director for Argos & Habitat means stepping into a role where creativity, innovation, and collaboration converge to shape the visual identity of two iconic brands. As a pivotal member of our in-house creative agency, you will have the opportunity to lead a talented team of designers in crafting visually compelling design concepts that resonate across various channels, from print to digital. With a focus on creative excellence, continuous learning, and personal growth, this role offers a dynamic environment where your design expertise and leadership skills can make a meaningful impact within the team, as well as on brand perception, customer experience, and industry recognition.
What you'll do
As the Design Director for Argos & Habitat within Sainsbury's Zest, you will be instrumental in developing innovative and visually compelling design concepts that align with brand identities across the Sainsbury's portfolio. Your role will involve guiding and implementing a cohesive visual design language across various channels, including brand, print, in-store, social, and digital projects. You will lead a team of designers, providing direction, mentoring, and feedback to ensure that all design outputs consistently reflect the brands' identities and messaging. Additionally, you will spearhead the concepting and execution of design projects, collaborating with internal and external partners to bring creative ideas to life and drive creative excellence across all brands within the Sainsbury's portfolio. Your role will also involve staying abreast of industry trends, mentoring team members, and fostering a positive and collaborative creative culture within Zest.
Who you are
As the Design Director for Argos & Habitat at Sainsbury's Zest, you are a visionary leader with extensive experience in senior design roles, demonstrating a deep passion for design excellence and innovation across multi-channel campaigns. Your ability to inspire and guide a team of designers, drive creative excellence, and collaborate effectively with internal and external partners showcases your commitment to upholding high standards and delivering impactful design solutions. With a focus on continuous learning, curiosity, and client satisfaction, you play a pivotal role in shaping and executing visually compelling design concepts that enhance brand identities and drive business success within the dynamic creative environment of Zest.
Essential criteria
Experience in a senior design role within a fast-paced creative environment.
Portfolio demonstrating high-quality design across multi-channel campaigns (print, digital, social, in-store, brand).
Proven ability to lead, manage and develop a team of designers to deliver consistent, high-quality output.
Experience defining and implementing visual design language across integrated channels (brand, print, social, digital, in-store).
