Director, Brand Design
Atlanta, GA · On-site
The Director, Brand Design leads the design process for new GoTo Foods restaurant locations. This position oversees the design team's efforts to ensure they create innovative and striking designs ...
Director, Brand Design
Atlanta, GA · On-site
The Director, Brand Design leads the design process for new GoTo Foods restaurant locations. This position oversees the design team's efforts to ensure they create innovative and striking designs ...
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New York, NY · On-site
$85 - $95/hr
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Brand Design Lead
New York, NY · On-site
$85 - $95/hr
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Brand Design Manager
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Manhattan, NY · On-site
$251 - $313/hr
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$110K - $185K/yr
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Chicago, IL · On-site
$110K - $185K/yr
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Brand Design Manager
Chicago, IL · On-site
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Brand Design Manager
Chicago, IL · On-site
$110K - $185K/yr
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Manager, Brand Design Excellence What we do At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we're the house of iconic brands ...
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Brand Design Manager
Chicago, IL · On-site
$110K - $185K/yr
As a Brand Design Manager, Gatorade, you will report to the Design Director, Gatorade, partnering on the design and execution of projects that support PepsiCo's Gatorade Portfolio business in North ...
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Brand Design Manager
Chicago, IL · On-site
$110K - $185K/yr
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California, MO · On-site
$120 - $150/hr
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We are looking for a hands-on Design Lead to help shape how we show up in the world. This is an opportunity to build a high-visibility national brand that impacts how people power their lives. You ...
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New York, NY · On-site
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How much do brand design jobs pay per year?
As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for brand design in the United States is $108,211.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,500.00 and $146,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is brand design?
Brand design is the process of creating a visual identity for a company, product, or service, which includes elements like logos, color schemes, typography, and imagery. The goal is to establish a distinctive and cohesive look that communicates the brand's values and personality to its audience. Effective brand design helps build recognition, trust, and loyalty, setting a business apart from competitors. It often involves collaboration across marketing, design, and strategy teams to ensure consistency across all brand touchpoints.
What does a brand design do?
A brand designer creates visual elements such as logos, color schemes, typography, and branding guidelines to establish and communicate a company's identity. They work closely with marketing and product teams to ensure consistent branding across all platforms, often using design tools like Adobe Creative Suite. Their goal is to develop a recognizable and cohesive brand image that resonates with target audiences.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a brand designer, and why are they important?
To thrive as a Brand Designer, you need expertise in visual design, branding principles, and proficiency with design software, typically supported by a degree in graphic design or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and knowledge of web design systems are essential. Creativity, strong communication, and collaboration skills help Brand Designers develop compelling visuals and align with client goals. These skills ensure cohesive brand identities that effectively engage audiences and support business objectives.
What is the difference between Brand Design vs Graphic Design?
| Aspect | Brand Design | Graphic Design |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | Creating a cohesive brand identity, including logos, color schemes, and brand messaging | Designing visual content like posters, brochures, and digital graphics |
| Skills | Brand strategy, visual identity, storytelling | Typography, layout, visual communication |
| Work Environment | Brand agencies, marketing departments, freelance branding projects | Advertising agencies, print and digital media companies |
| Credentials | Design degree, branding certifications often preferred | Design degree, graphic design certifications often preferred |
While both roles involve visual creativity, Brand Design focuses on developing a consistent brand identity and strategy, whereas Graphic Design emphasizes creating specific visual content for various media. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or project focus.
Do brand designers get paid well?
Brand designers typically earn competitive salaries that vary based on experience, location, and industry. Entry-level positions may start lower, while experienced designers with strong portfolios and skills in tools like Adobe Creative Suite can command higher pay, especially in larger markets or agencies.
How do brand designers typically collaborate with marketing and product teams during a project?
Brand designers often work closely with marketing and product teams to ensure visual consistency and effective communication of the brand’s message. Collaboration usually involves regular meetings to align on campaign goals, sharing feedback on design concepts, and iterating on visual assets based on team input. Designers may attend brainstorming sessions, present design proposals, and adapt their work to fit both marketing strategies and product requirements. This close teamwork helps ensure that branding remains cohesive across all customer touchpoints.
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Job description
The Director, Brand Design leads the design process for new GoTo Foods restaurant locations. This position oversees the design team's efforts to ensure they create innovative and striking designs that satisfy one individual Brands' design criteria and operational standards. The Director collaborates across multiple stakeholders (Brand marketing, Operations, Development team, Vendors, Franchisees, and Franchisees' A&E Team) to provide status updates, test fits, final conceptual layouts that optimize space, functionality, budgets and Brand identity, as well as review construction documentation of the design. The Director will also collaborate with the Brand and coordinate all architectural design activities with designated GoTo Foods' third party Design and Architectural Firms. This role will also collaborate with other internal Directors in design to establish standards, economies of scale and best practices for GoTo Foods. The Director of Brand Design works collaboratively with the Development Directors to support all new Franchise locations, providing support through Design Development phases and leads the Brand Design discipline at an expert level.
Education
Bachelor's Degree Interior design, architecture, architectural design, or related field Req
Work Experience
8+ years experience relevant work experience (e.g., restaurants/commercial conceptual layout design, FFE (Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment) specifications Req
3 years managerial experience Pref
5 years experience managing National multi-unit design projects Pref
Skills and Abilities
• Proficient in Auto CAD and able to read and understand design and construction drawings.
• Skills in Adobe Photoshop, particularly in regards to interior and exterior renderings
• Ability to track design projects within standardized application (E.g., Expesite)
• Ability to manage and organize projects across various stakeholder groups
• Ability to develop and maintain positive business relationships (e.g., franchisees, 3rd party vendors, other departments, etc.) and foster an environment of mutual respect, understanding, trust, and support
• Ability to adapt and adjust planned work through analyzing work demands, competing priorities, and tight deadlines within parameters of the organizational structure, processes, systems, and policies
• Ability to gather data from multiple sources and make informed decisions that includes an understanding of the business (business acumen)
• Ability to provide actionable recommendations, develop implementation plans, and provide effective change leadership to enhance quality, efficiency and overall effectiveness
• Ability to convey clear, concise information in verbal, written, electronic, and other communication formats and to demonstrate active listening while engaging others
• Ability to mentor, motivate, and guide staff toward achieving goals; to drive accountability, to provide ongoing, thoughtful, constructive feedback effectively; and to recognize a job well
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Education
Bachelor's Degree Interior design, architecture, architectural design, or related field Req
Work Experience
8+ years experience relevant work experience (e.g., restaurants/commercial conceptual layout design, FFE (Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment) specifications Req
3 years managerial experience Pref
5 years experience managing National multi-unit design projects Pref
Skills and Abilities
• Proficient in Auto CAD and able to read and understand design and construction drawings.
• Skills in Adobe Photoshop, particularly in regards to interior and exterior renderings
• Ability to track design projects within standardized application (E.g., Expesite)
• Ability to manage and organize projects across various stakeholder groups
• Ability to develop and maintain positive business relationships (e.g., franchisees, 3rd party vendors, other departments, etc.) and foster an environment of mutual respect, understanding, trust, and support
• Ability to adapt and adjust planned work through analyzing work demands, competing priorities, and tight deadlines within parameters of the organizational structure, processes, systems, and policies
• Ability to gather data from multiple sources and make informed decisions that includes an understanding of the business (business acumen)
• Ability to provide actionable recommendations, develop implementation plans, and provide effective change leadership to enhance quality, efficiency and overall effectiveness
• Ability to convey clear, concise information in verbal, written, electronic, and other communication formats and to demonstrate active listening while engaging others
• Ability to mentor, motivate, and guide staff toward achieving goals; to drive accountability, to provide ongoing, thoughtful, constructive feedback effectively; and to recognize a job well
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
About GoTo Foods
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Industry
Food services and drinking places
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Atlanta, GA, US
Year founded
2004