Lead Brand Designer
ABOUT DSC:
In 2011, we didn't just disrupt the entire shaving industry; we revolutionized it, shattering conventions with a viral video sensation that became the gold standard for humor in advertising. Our trailblazing direct-to-consumer model didn’t just pave new paths—it bulldozed age old industry giants, minting us as a force to be reckoned with.
Dollar Shave Club crafted not just products, but experiences. We made shaving not suck by cutting out all the unnecessary BS that's been upsold to guys for decades. We continued to make great f**king blades and also became the geniuses behind tons of dude-centric products like Ball Spray, offering solutions to problems men didn't know they needed.
Today we continue to expand our international grooming arsenal, and hold fast to the disruptive DNA and irreverent humor that catapulted us to fame. Our global expansion and presence in tens of thousands of retail stores are testaments to our commitment to make the hairy globe a little smoother.
Stop wasting time not working for us and come join the club!
ROLE SUMMARY:
We're looking for a Lead Brand Designer to take our brand storytelling to the next level. This role goes beyond design execution—it's about shaping the visual narrative of Dollar Shave Club through strategic campaigns, bold creative thinking, and close collaboration with copywriters and marketers.
You’ll be responsible for concepting and executing breakthrough brand and performance campaigns that span digital, social, packaging, and retail. You’ll work alongside Creative Directors, writers, and strategists to bring big, punchy ideas to life—and guide junior designers while you do it. If you’re fluent in both design systems and storytelling arcs, know how to make a scroll-stopping ad or a thumb-tapping carousel, and thrive in a fast-moving, no-BS environment, we want to meet you.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design holistically for brand campaigns from concept through execution, developing visuals that communicate bold, cohesive ideas across platforms and translating strategy into beautiful, effective creative
- Partner closely with copywriters to co-develop narratives, tone, and look for marketing and brand moments, stepping in to support light copywriting needs when quick-turn content is required
- Help drive the visual identity forward, helping evolve and refine the DSC brand system in ways that scale but surprise
- Mentor and inspire junior designers, giving feedback that sharpens both concept and craft.
- Contribute to the development of creative briefs and campaign concepts
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Marketing, Growth, Product, and Retail to ensure consistency and impact
- Present creative thinking and rationale clearly and confidently to stakeholders
- Stay plugged into industry trends, especially in DTC, grooming, lifestyle, and design-forward brands
REQUIREMENTS:
- 6+ years of experience in brand, marketing, or campaign design (agency or in-house)
Strong portfolio that shows storytelling across campaigns—not just visuals, but the thinking behind them - Proven ability to art direct, concept with writers, and lead multi-channel work
- Skilled in creating high-impact paid ads, brand campaigns, and packaging experiences
- Fluent in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma. Bonus if you dabble in motion, prototyping, or AI tools
- Confident communicator with the ability to lead creative discussions and give/receive feedback effectively
- Comfortable in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where ideas move quickly and egos stay at the door
POSITION TYPE:
This is a full-time exempt position.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This position is in-office, working out of our HQ in Durham, North Carolina 4x a week.
SALARY:
$125,000-$140,000 + Bonus
BENEFITS:
- Comprehensive benefit plans with low premium options, including medical, dental and vision coverage, along with supplemental coverage options
- Free life insurance, short term disability and long term disability
- 401(k) plan with a company match of 100% of the first 2%, and 50% of up to an additional 4% with no vesting period
- Unlimited vacation and generous sick time
- Half day Fridays year-round (subject to business needs)
- 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave
- 4 weeks of fully paid disability leave
- Free Dollar Shave Club Products
- Monthly cell phone and work-from-home stipends
APPLICATION PROCESS:
All applications must be submitted via our Applicant Tracking System, Greenhouse, in order to be considered. Once you submit your application, the recruiting team will review your submission and will reach out if your skill sets and/or qualifications match our needs. If selected, you’ll be invited to an initial phone screening interview with a recruiter before meeting with various members of the team. Candidates will be notified if they are not selected for the position. The position will remain open and we'll be accepting applications until the role is filled.
Dollar Shave Club is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Reasonable Accommodation: Dollar Shave Club provides reasonable accommodation so that qualified applicants with a disability may participate in the selection process. Please advise us of any accommodations you request in order to express interest in a position by e-mailing: accommodations@dollarshaveclub.com
Please state your request for assistance in your message. Only reasonable accommodation requests related to applying for a specific position within Dollar Shave Club will be reviewed at the e-mail address supplied.
Dollar Shave Club will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance.
Thank you for considering a career with Dollar Shave Club
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