Interior Talent · 2 days ago
Design Director
Scottsdale, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expInterior Talent is a recruiting firm seeking a Design Director to lead a talented design team in Scottsdale, AZ. This key leadership position involves managing people, process, and performance, ensuring that each design delivery is beautiful, functional, and client-centered.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Ashley Levin
Responsibilities
Lead and Inspire: Manage and mentor a design team, fostering a collaborative, innovative, and high-performing culture
Drive Design Excellence: Oversee concept development, design direction, and project execution to ensure creative integrity and alignment with client goals
Champion Project Success: Manage workflow, budgets, and timelines to ensure on-schedule, on-budget delivery—without surprises
Engage Clients: Lead client presentations and meetings, building lasting relationships grounded in trust, transparency, and creativity
Empower Growth: Conduct performance reviews, establish clear goals, and support the professional development of each team member
Elevate Operations: Develop and refine design processes, systems, and policies that improve efficiency and uphold high standards
Stay Ahead: Monitor trends and innovations in design, materials, and technology, bringing forward fresh ideas and strategies to keep our work relevant and inspired
Represent the Firm: Travel to installations, site visits, and select industry events (approximately 5 weeks per year)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited interior design program
An experienced design leader with 10+ years of professional experience in interior design or architecture, including 5+ years managing teams and client relationships
Advanced working knowledge in AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop, and Microsoft Office
Experience managing a team of direct reports of 10+
Decisive and confident—able to give clear direction, make informed decisions quickly, and provide actionable feedback
Passionate about both creative vision and operational excellence, with strong project management and organizational skills
Skilled at building relationships and leading with empathy, integrity, and positivity
Collaborative by nature—someone who brings out the best in others and thrives in a supportive, team-first culture
Ability to travel for the firm
Company
Interior Talent
Interior Talent is a full-service recruitment firm with expertise within the architecture, interior design, engineering, retail and manufacturing industries.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase