Art Director - Design Hotels

In a nutshell

We are looking for a visionary Art Director to shape the visual direction of our brand and campaigns. This role combines strategic thinking, overseeing design teams with conceptualizing bold ideas and ensuring that all visual content aligns with our brand identity and marketing objectives. The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio of high-impact work and the ability to inspire and guide creative teams.

This role requires a balance of creative thinking, artistic sensibility, and hands-on design skills. You will primarily ideate, design, and roll out design projects within the Design Hotels brand as well as corporate identity projects for our hotels. You will be part of the Design Hotels Creative Team, taking ownership of projects and executing these independently, as well as in collaboration with teammates. You love design, think conceptually, and are passionate about the details. This position is primarily focused on art direction and brand identity design projects, not art direction for photography and film.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Define and drive the visual strategy for campaigns, branding, and communications across all channels (digital, print, social media, etc.)
• Lead, mentor, and inspire designers, illustrators, and other creative professionals to produce high-quality work
• Collaborate with marketing, content, and product teams to translate concepts into compelling visual narratives
• Oversee the creative process from concept through final execution, ensuring consistency, quality, and alignment with brand guidelines
• Review and approve all creative output, providing guidance and constructive feedback
• Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and design innovations to maintain a competitive edge
• Present creative concepts and campaigns to stakeholders and incorporate feedback effectively
• Foster a collaborative, innovative, and results-driven creative environment

Experience & Mindset

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Fine Arts, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in design or creative roles
• Proven portfolio showcasing strong conceptual thinking, branding, and multi-platform campaigns
• Strong visual storytelling and conceptual abilities
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and other design/visual tools
• Knowledge of motion graphics, UI/UX design, photography, and video production is a plus

Portfolio Requirement:
Please submit a portfolio or samples of your work showcasing the variety of your design skills.

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional leadership, mentorship, and team management skills
• Strong visual storytelling and conceptual abilities
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strategic thinking with the ability to align creative output with business objectives
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines while maintaining quality
• Innovative, collaborative, and forward-thinking mindset
• Professional written and verbal communication skills in English; additional languages are a plus

Perks & Benefits

• A great experience in the niche market of luxury boutique hotels
• Hybrid mobile working options
• Working in a motivated and international team from over 39 countries at the global Headquarters of Design Hotels™
• Great benefits at member hotels, brand partners and other employee discounts and special offers, including Marriott Explore rates
• Career development opportunities in an international company

About Design Hotels™
Design Hotels GmbH ( is a full-service hospitality consultancy, offering customized services to its member hotels. Under the brand Design Hotels™ the company represents and markets a curated selection of currently more than 300 luxury hotels in over 60 countries. These member hotels are independently owned but united by a commitment to individuality, progressive design, and cultural authenticity. Design Hotels™ embodies the most advanced ideas in the hospitality industry and offers discerning travelers new opportunities and inspiration for both a more conscious travel and lifestyle.

The company has its headquarters in Berlin and branches in Los Angeles, New York, London and Singapore. Since March 2021, Design Hotels GmbH is part of the Marriott International portfolio.

Design Hotels is an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and practice inclusivity. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and our business needs only.

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