Regional Design Director - West Region

If you believe your skills, experience, and aspirations align with this position, we encourage you to apply. This role may be filled anywhere in the United States, with a preference for candidates able to work in one of CannonDesign's West Region offices, including California, Denver, Portland, and Seattle.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Regional Design Director oversees and leads creative excellence within a specific geographic area. Currently, the regions consist of 150-300 staff across multiple offices, each with their own design leadership.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Transforming design excellence

Accountable for design quality across the region, including regular interactions with senior design leaders, regional standards reviews, and recognition efforts such as publications and awards. Advocate for Living-Centered Design, collaborate with marketing to craft impactful narratives, and represent the firm externally at events. Lead design presentations emphasizing storytelling and client value.

Lead select client projects, integrating client goals with community, societal, and environmental needs, and communicate design solutions effectively.

Foster a collaborative, innovative community of designers, oversee recruitment and retention of senior leaders, and ensure mentorship and growth of future leaders. Promote the firm’s culture and Living-Centered Design ethos.

Represent the firm’s design aspirations regionally, participate in strategic growth planning, and collaborate with leadership to develop and execute regional business strategies. Measure success both regionally and collectively across all regions.

Possess a strong design portfolio with recognition from awards and publications, demonstrating your leadership in design.

Ability to articulate complex ideas convincingly, lead firm-wide discussions, and inspire regional teams.

Manage diverse creative teams across offices, foster a strong regional culture, and demonstrate managerial skills such as hiring, resource allocation, and mentorship.

Understand regional and firm-wide business metrics, contribute to growth strategies, and support a minimum of 10% annual regional growth.

Demonstrate innovation in design solutions addressing societal and environmental challenges, challenging the status quo.

Support a culture of collaboration, transparency, and trust, partnering with strategic thinkers and growing regional talent.

Possess a passion for business understanding, contribute to regional and firm success, and cultivate a design brand of excellence.

Performance metrics may evolve over time.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED

The salary range is $204,240 to $255,300 annually, with potential bonuses and comprehensive benefits. For more details, visit our careers page. Actual compensation may vary based on location, experience, and skills.

ABOUT OUR FIRM

CannonDesign integrates strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact, driven by Living-Centered Design to create meaningful solutions that improve the world.

ABOUT WORKING HERE

Candidates should apply only through our official careers site. Beware of scams on other platforms. Contact us if issues arise. Please include your resume and portfolio when applying.

All employees must complete mandatory training and adhere to our policies and Code of Conduct.

CannonDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a discrimination- and harassment-free workplace, supporting diversity and inclusion in all aspects of employment.

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