dentsu

Associate Creative Director

India · Work style not stated · Full time

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Employerdentsu
LocationIndia
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted13 Oct 2026

Job Description:

Associate Director / Associate Creative Director — Experience Design (DCF 40)

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced and well-rounded design leader to join our Experience Design (XD) team as an Associate Director / Associate Creative Director (DCF 40).

This role requires a strong blend of UX, UI, and Visual Design capabilities, with the ability to independently lead projects from discovery through delivery. The ideal candidate should be capable of driving design quality, collaborating with cross-functional teams, influencing stakeholders, and mentoring designers while operating within a fast-paced global environment.

The role reports into the Director of Design and will work closely with Strategy, Product, Technology, and Client stakeholders across markets.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Delivery Leadership

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Lead end-to-end experience design engagements independently across UX, UI, and Visual Design
Translate business and user needs into compelling digital experiences
Drive delivery quality, consistency, and execution excellence across projects
Manage project workflows, timelines, dependencies, and stakeholder alignment
Collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, Strategy, and Client teams

UX, UI & Visual Design Excellence

Create strong user-centered experiences across web, mobile, and platform ecosystems
Drive interaction design, information architecture, user journeys, and flows
Contribute to high-quality visual systems, UI patterns, and scalable design components
Ensure craft quality across usability, accessibility, responsiveness, and visual consistency
Guide designers in applying design systems and structured methodologies

Communication & Stakeholder Management

Present design concepts, rationale, and recommendations clearly to stakeholders and clients
Facilitate discussions, workshops, and collaborative working sessions
Translate complex ideas into structured narratives and actionable outcomes
Build confidence with clients through strong communication and delivery ownership

Team & Practice Contribution

Mentor and support junior and mid-level designers
Contribute to building design capability, culture, and best practices within the XD team
Participate in hiring, reviews, and capability development initiatives
Help strengthen collaboration across UX, Visual Design, Motion, Content, and Strategy teams

Innovation & Emerging Practices

Stay updated with evolving trends in UX, UI, AI-enabled workflows, and digital experiences
Explore opportunities to integrate AI tools and emerging technologies into design workflows
Advocate for accessibility, inclusive design, and responsible design practices

Required Skills & Experience

Core Skills

Strong expertise across UX, UI, and Visual Design
Excellent interaction design and problem-solving capability
Strong understanding of design systems and scalable experience frameworks
Ability to independently lead projects and manage stakeholders
Strong storytelling, presentation, and communication skills
Comfortable working within agile and cross-functional environments

Experience

8–12 years of relevant experience in Experience Design / Product Design / Digital Design
Experience working in agencies, consulting firms, product companies, or global delivery environments
Proven experience leading digital product or platform design initiatives
Experience working with distributed or cross-market teams is preferred

Preferred Attributes

Balanced design thinker with both strategic and execution capabilities
Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills
High ownership and accountability
Structured and detail-oriented approach to delivery
Growth mindset and willingness to learn
Ability to operate independently while collaborating effectively within larger teams

Reporting Structure

Reports to: Director of Design
Works closely with: UX, Visual Design, Strategy, Product, Engineering, and Client stakeholders

Level Expectations (DCF 40)

This role is expected to:

Independently lead medium-to-large design engagements
Influence project direction and delivery quality
Mentor designers and contribute to team capability
Operate with minimal supervision
Contribute meaningfully to practice growth and stakeholder confidence

The role is not expected to fully own organizational strategy, large-scale business growth, or global practice leadership, which remain Director-level expectations (DCF 45).

Location:

DGS India - Bengaluru - Manyata H2 block (inactive)

Brand:

Merkle

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent

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