Design Director (Maternity Cover) – Corporate Communications

About the role

At Black Sun we believe great creative work starts by finding what matters. As a Design Director (maternity cover) you will turn insight, ideas and complex information into clear, compelling communications for leading businesses, working hands‑on while guiding other designers.

Key responsibilities

• Interpret briefs, understand client, audience and communication challenges to define what matters most.
• Collaborate with Creative Directors and account teams to translate strategy into creative opportunities.
• Develop strong concepts and visual ideas that work across reports, digital communications, campaigns and other channels.
• Design and produce high‑quality print and digital assets, including typography, editorial layouts, information design and data visualisation.
• Provide direction, feedback and mentorship to senior, mid‑weight and junior designers, ensuring consistency and quality.

Required profile

• Experienced designer with a strong portfolio of thoughtfully crafted work and readiness to take creative ownership.
• Comfortable operating between Senior Designer and Design Director level, with hands‑on design skills and leadership ability.
• Confident in handling complex corporate, financial and sustainability information and turning it into clear communication.

Required skills

• Advanced knowledge of Adobe InDesign.
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Illustrator.
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Photoshop.