Freelance Design Director Cincinnati

Landor is looking for a Freelance Design Director to join our Cincinnati studio. Could this be you?

World‑leading brand experts, underpinned by the most expansive strategic & creative capabilities in our category. We make brands more valuable and less vulnerable. We build brands differently. We work with our clients to define and solve their business problems through the lens of brand. We strategically join the dots between our design, experience, governance and measurement capabilities, and always connect our brand work to business outcomes.

Landor companies also include amp (sonic branding), bdg (workplace & architectural experts), Deep Local (creative technologists) and Manvs Machine (3D motion design). We are part of WPP.

• Lead and mentor a creative team, fostering a culture of innovation and design excellence.
• Drive design strategy and execution, balancing vision with hands‑on engagement.
• Act as a strong advocate for design, building robust relationships with clients and internal teams.
• Apply strategic business acumen to deliver impactful brand solutions, understanding client challenges, financials, and metrics.
• Champion communication and collaboration across disciplines, adapting to changing priorities with a restless drive for improvement.

• 5+ years of Design Director experience in branding.
• 8+ years of broad creative and management experience with global sophistication.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Graphic Design, Communication, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• Proven experience leading cross‑discipline teams and design leaders.
• A passion for CPG, Home Care, Health & Wellness, Food & Beverage, and Beauty sectors.
• Bonus: Motion and/or Industrial Design skills, Digital Offer experience.

We build brands. We build futures. Landor, a WPP company, is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics, committed to a culture of respect where everyone belongs and can progress in their careers.