Design Director

Description

Company Overview

Delta Galil USA, Inc. is a global manufacturer and marketer of branded and private label apparel products for men, women and children. Since its inception in 1975, the company has continually endeavored to create products that follow a body-before-fabric philosophy, placing equal emphasis on comfort, aesthetics and quality. Delta Galil develops innovative seamless apparel, including bras, shapewear and socks; intimate apparel for women; underwear for men, including under its owned brands Schiesser, Eminence, Organic Basics and Athena; babywear, activewear, sleepwear and loungewear, including under its owned P.J. Salvage and Delta brands. Delta Galil also designs, develops, markets and sells branded denim and apparel under the brand 7 For All Mankind®, and ladies’ and kids’ apparel under the brand Splendid®. In addition, it sells its products under brand names licensed to the company, including adidas, Wolford, Wilson, Columbia, Tommy Hilfiger and others.

Brand Overview - Splendid

Join the Splendid family where our love of softness drives all we do, from the fabric of our clothes to the moments we create in our stores, with our customers, and in our communities. At Splendid we believe in bringing people together. In good company and great conversation. We believe in taking time to enjoy the little things and more importantly, celebrate the big things. We think that people should cherish every moment. Live it up. Laugh out loud. Play a little. We believe that home is truly where the heart is and that you should be able to bring a little piece of it with you everywhere you go. That's why what we create fits seamlessly into the lives of our customers. Splendid offers the opportunity to bring this vision to life in our stores.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Design Director to lead graphic design across Splendid’s marketing channels and art direct campaign photography and video, turning approved brand and seasonal concepts into design systems, marketing assets, and imagery that engage customers and support sales.

This hands-on leadership role has two core responsibilities: leading graphic design across all channels and art directing campaign shoots. Reporting to the Sr. Brand Director, this person will elevate Splendid’s visual identity, mentor the in-house Senior Graphic Designer and seasonal freelance support, and ensure that design and imagery work together to tell a consistent brand story.

The right candidate combines exceptional design craft with confident on-set direction, moving comfortably between everyday marketing needs, seasonal design systems, and shoots of varying scale.

This role requires a creative leader who can:

● Translate brand strategy into clear, actionable design and photography direction

● Balance brand storytelling with marketing performance and customer experience

● Lead through hands-on execution, thoughtful feedback, and mentorship

● Maintain high creative standards while managing fast-paced timelines

Responsibilities

Graphic Design & Team Leadership

● Lead graphic design across email, ecommerce, direct mail, retail signage, packaging, wholesale materials, and presentation decks.

● Develop and execute evergreen and seasonal design guidelines, along with creative toolkits for collaborations and special collections.

● Manage and mentor the in-house Senior Graphic Designer, junior team members, and seasonal freelance support, providing clear briefs, constructive feedback, and thoughtful prioritization.

● Remain hands-on in design development and execution, setting a high standard for typography, layout, imagery, and visual storytelling, while applying channel best practices to ensure assets are legible, communicate clear marketing messages, and guide customers to action.

● Review and approve design deliverables for brand consistency, creative quality, production accuracy, and alignment with business objectives.

● Partner with ecommerce on website testing and UI/UX improvements that create an elevated, intuitive shopping experience, applying accessibility best practices to support ADA compliance.

● Streamline design workflows, templates, and review processes to improve efficiency while maintaining creative quality.

● Support the Sr. Brand Director on special projects that advance brand evolution, strengthen Splendid’s visual identity, and bring new brand initiatives to life.

● Stay current on modern consumer brands, design, culture, technology, and AI tools, testing approaches that strengthen creative output and processes.

Photo & Video Art Direction

● Lead photo and video art direction for studio and location shoots from concept through final delivery, translating approved brand and seasonal direction into fashion and lifestyle imagery.

● Provide clear on-set guidance to crew members (photographers, videographers, stylists, hair and makeup artists, and talent).

● Execute approved garment styling direction on set, guiding outfit combinations, fit, proportions, accessories, and finishing details to create distinctly California looks that feel easy, relaxed, and elevated, with a feminine sensibility and effortless cool.

● Provide hands-on soft goods styling for product lifestyle flats as needed, arranging garments and textiles to highlight silhouette, texture, softness, and product details.

● Lead both small, resourceful shoots and larger productions with crews ranging from approximately 4–25 people, adapting the approach to the budget, timeline, and creative goals.

● Develop mood boards and shoot treatments that define photography, styling, casting, locations, set design, and hair and makeup direction.

● Partner with and mentor the Sr. Creative Content Strategist on shoot concepts, visuals, and content tailored to channel-specific needs; collaborate with the Creative Producer on preproduction planning, budget planning and crew selection.

● Oversee image selects, provide direction for retouching and color correction to ensure final assets meet brand standards and reflect the intended creative direction.

Requirements

● Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines while remaining hands-on in a fast-paced retail environment, bringing a positive, proactive attitude and a practical approach to solving challenges.

● Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field.

● Minimum 8 years of experience spanning graphic design and photoshoot art direction, preferably within an in-house fashion, retail, or lifestyle brand.

● At least 3+ years of leadership experience.

● Strong portfolio demonstrating brand systems, integrated campaigns, digital and print design, and fashion or lifestyle shoot art direction.

● Proven experience managing and mentoring designers and freelance creative partners.

● Exceptional typography, layout, composition, and visual storytelling skills.

● Advanced proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite.

● Working knowledge of motion and video workflows; familiarity with Premiere and/or After Effects is a plus.

● Demonstrated ability to direct photography and video in studio and on location, including preproduction, on-set direction, and postproduction review.

● Experience leading productions of varying budgets and crew sizes.

● Strong understanding of e-commerce UI/UX, digital accessibility best practices, and creative testing.

● Ability to recognize when work falls below the creative standard and provide specific, constructive feedback that improves the outcome.

● Strong systems thinking and a practical approach to simplifying production-heavy workflows.

● Excellent communication, presentation, organization, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

● Ability to travel for location scouting and shoots as needed, primarily within the Los Angeles area, with occasional travel farther afield.

This is a hybrid role, with 3 days in our Downtown Los Angeles, CA office.

PAY RATE: $115,000/yr-$135,000/yr

At Delta Galil, we strive to hire and nurture amazing talent. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to experience, specialized skills, and internal alignment.

DIVERSITY VISION STATEMENT:

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live and conduct business. We are an equal employment opportunity for minorities, females, protected veterans, and the disabled.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and treating our associates and applicants without discrimination based on their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factor.

Company Benefits

As a Delta Galil Associate, you’ll be part of a global fashion company that values innovation, craftsmanship, and people. We’re committed to offering comprehensive and competitive benefits that reflect our culture of care, creativity, and collaboration — but most importantly, benefits that fit you.

Our diverse range of programs is designed to support your total well-being — empowering you to make the best choices for yourself, your loved ones, and your lifestyle.

Below are a few of the benefits available to our Associates:

• Multi-brand merchandise discount, including Splendid, 7 For All Mankind, and PJ Salvage
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, as well as Basic Life/Voluntary Life/Disability/Critical Illness
• Financial Wellness: 401(k) Retirement Program with Company match and 529 College Savings Plan, as well as Tax-Advantage Health & Transit Accounts
• Personal and sick time off, vacation time, floating days, and company-observed holidays
• Paid Volunteer Time Off to dedicate your skills and time towards charitable activities
• From weekly breakfasts and monthly milestone celebrations to leadership-led panels, and, team-building events, we offer plenty of fun ways to connect—both in person and virtually