Product Design Lead, Vancouver

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead and support design teams in creating high-quality screen designs and prototypes for multiple products and client engagements. Ensure final design deliverables meet Apply Digital's quality standards and align with client brand guidelines. Lead conversations about design deliverables and their creation, implementation and maintenance.Create, edit and follow brand, UX and design systems best practices without support, establishing frameworks for team consistency. CLIENT&ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT

Manage multiple client engagements and accounts simultaneously. Lead significant client-facing projects and meetings with autonomy. Demonstrate ability to gain cooperation with peers and cross-functional teams to address issues and opportunities. Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders and clients with clarity and confidence.TEAM DEVELOPMENT&MENTORSHIP

Manage UX and design team members from a professional growth perspective. Provide coaching, mentorship and guidance to designers at various levels. Conduct regular feedback sessions and support career development of team members. Share insights and expertise through thought leadership initiatives within the team.STRATEGIC CONTRIBUTION&INNOVATION

Create and execute tactical design plans for projects and multiple work streams that align with strategy. Contribute to the growth of the design practice through internal and external leadership content. Lead design innovation initiatives while establishing creative thinking frameworks. Stay up-to-date with design trends, best practices and emerging technologies.REQUIREMENTS

6+ years of experience in UI/UX design, with demonstrated progression in leadership roles. Strong portfolio showcasing leadership of complex, multi-product design projects. Expert proficiency in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and other industry-standard design tools. Deep expertise in brand and design systems creation, implementation and governance.Proven ability to manage multiple client accounts and engagements simultaneously. Strong leadership and mentorship capabilities with experience managing team members. Excellent communication and presentation skills for client-facing interactions. Ability to resolve complex design challenges in creative and effective ways.Experience working in cross-functional teams and collaborating with developers, strategists and product managers. Demonstrated ability to exercise wide latitude in determining objectives and approaches to critical assignments. NICE TO HAVES

Experience in a digital agency, consultancy or transformation environment. Knowledge of front-end technologies and technical constraints. Experience with enterprise-level design systems and multi-platform design. Background in user research and testing methodologies. Contribution to design community through speaking, writing or thought leadership.

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