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Project Designer- Singapore

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Strong conceptual designer passionate about articulating and giving visual form to design ideas * Able to engage in design ideation and iteration, both independently as well as under the guidance of ...

Ogilvy

Designer

New York, NY · On-site

Reporting to the Head of Art, this role is ideal for a highly conceptual designer who blends strong craft with strategic thinking and thrives in a fast-paced agency environment. You'll play a key ...

Hemisphere

Senior Designer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$112K - $120K/yr

As Senior Designer you create strong strategic and conceptual creative across a wide range of work, from brand systems and campaign ideas to presentations, digital, video, and launch materials. You ...

Mueller Environmental Designs

Designer

Brookshire, TX · On-site

Ability to create conceptual designs through final design * Have a strong understanding of welding symbols and application * Ability to understand and use Compress calculations to create an ASME code ...

Ateeca Inc

Sitework Designer

Birmingham, AL · On-site

* Producing 3D models and design drawings for sitework grading and drainage, preparing layouts and conceptual designs, reviewing vendor drawings, and preparing material takeoffs and assist with cost ...

Kaminskiy Design and Remodeling

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Part-Time Lead Interior Designer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$35 - $45/hr

Develop conceptual designs, space plans, layouts, and preliminary selections * Help define the project scope and identify design-related requirements * Collaborate with the Design Consultant ...

Ogilvy

Designer

New York, NY · On-site

Reporting to the Head of Art, this role is ideal for a highly conceptual designer who blends strong craft with strategic thinking and thrives in a fast-paced agency environment. You'll play a key ...

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How much do conceptual designer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for conceptual designer in the United States is $83,148.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,000.00 and $109,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a conceptual designer?

Conceptual Designers are creative professionals who develop initial design concepts and ideas for products, environments, branding, or experiences. They focus on the early stages of the design process, translating abstract ideas and client goals into visual representations, sketches, or prototypes. Their work often serves as the foundation for further detailed design and development by other specialists. Conceptual Designers work in industries such as architecture, advertising, entertainment, and product design, collaborating closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

How does a conceptual designer typically collaborate with other team members during a project?

Conceptual Designers often work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, engineers, and marketing specialists, to ensure their creative vision aligns with project goals and technical constraints. They regularly present mood boards, sketches, and prototypes to gather feedback and iterate on ideas. Effective communication and openness to constructive criticism are crucial, as the role requires balancing artistic innovation with practicality and client expectations. This collaborative approach helps refine concepts and ensures seamless integration into the overall project.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a conceptual designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Conceptual Designer, you need a strong foundation in visual communication, creativity, and an understanding of design principles, often supported by a degree in graphic design, industrial design, or a related field. Proficiency with digital design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, or 3D modeling software is typically required. Outstanding conceptual thinking, collaboration, and communication skills help you effectively translate ideas into compelling visual solutions and work well with multidisciplinary teams. These skills are crucial for generating innovative concepts that meet client needs and stand out in competitive markets.

What is the difference between Conceptual Designer vs Graphic Designer?

AspectConceptual DesignerGraphic Designer
Primary FocusConcept development, visual storytelling, and innovative ideasCreating visual content, layouts, and designs for print and digital media
Skills & ToolsConceptual thinking, sketching, brainstorming, Adobe Creative SuiteDesign software proficiency, typography, color theory
Work EnvironmentDesign agencies, advertising firms, branding teamsMarketing departments, design studios, media companies

Conceptual Designers focus on developing ideas and visual concepts, often working in the early stages of projects. Graphic Designers execute those ideas into visual content. While both roles require creativity and familiarity with design tools, Conceptual Designers emphasize ideation and storytelling, whereas Graphic Designers concentrate on producing polished visual assets.

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Infographic showing various Conceptual Designer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 28% Full Time, 71% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 26% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 72% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,148 per year, or $40 per hour.

Lead Conceptual / Visual Designer

San Francisco, CA • On-site

SupportFinity™
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees
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Posted 9 days ago

Job description

This is not a typical visual design role. We're seeking a curious and ambitious Lead Conceptual Designer who can help us push boundaries and set new standards for what exceptional design means in the AI era. You will deliver game-changing design for the likes of Google, Snap, BBC, as well as innovative start-ups and challenger brands, whilst helping us lead the industry in AI-native design.

You’ll be shaping a range of customer surfaces—from marketing platforms and products to next‑generation, multimodal, and agentic experiences—translating complex business challenges into simple, human‑first solutions. From concept to delivery, you’ll combine design thinking, craft, collaboration, and commercial impact to create work that is visionary, award‑winning, and outcome‑driven.

Above all, you’re an awesome human who loves being surrounded by — and collaborating with — smart, talented folks in a fun, fast‑paced environment.

As a Lead Designer at Beyond, you will
  • Lead creative direction and design beautiful, adaptive and intelligent experiences - translating complex business problems and goals into bold, differentiated ideas
  • Create world‑class client‑facing deliverables with a focus on UI design, AI‑driven interaction patterns, responsive frameworks, prototypes, and visual design systems that span digital products, AI interfaces and agentic services, across devices such as desktops, mobile devices, wearables, and embedded surfaces
  • Inspire stakeholders through compelling storytelling and thought leadership
  • Craft high‑quality concepts, visuals, UI, and prototypes across digital products, AI interfaces and agentic services
  • Create compelling presentations, present your work, and communicate thought and reasoning behind it to all audiences
  • Collaborate fluidly with UX designers, strategists, engineers, data scientists, and copywriters
  • Mentor other designers and foster a culture of creativity, inclusivity, and continuous AI upskilling
Requirements
  • Creative Visionary - Track record of award‑winning conceptual design, from vision through delivery
  • Commercially Sharp - Understands that customers buy outcomes, not outputs, and can design to drive business value
  • AI‑Curious - Curiosity in AI creative tools, workflows, and optimisation
  • AI‑Native Mindset - Confident designing for intelligent, adaptive, and context‑aware systems. Comfortable with LLMs, model orchestration, and multimodal interaction patterns
  • Design Thinker - Applies structured, user‑centred thinking to solve business and human challenges
  • Hands‑On Designer - Mastery of Figma, prototyping, and visual design systems. Motion design is a strong plus
  • Storyteller - Inspires through visual storytelling, with strong client‑facing presentation skills
  • Collaborator - Works fluidly across disciplines, building trust at C‑suite level and energising cross‑functional teams
  • Taste & Craft - Exceptional eye for typography, layout, color, and hierarchy across platforms
Skills & Competencies
  • Deep experience in digital/interactive design (8+ years, agency or in‑house)
  • Strong understanding of AI concepts, including conversational surfaces, multimodal interfaces, agentic systems, and responsible AI
  • Proven ability to translate business challenges into human‑first, commercially valuable design
  • Ability to direct your vision to members of the design team: verbally, and in documentation/digitally
  • Experience leading pitches and inspiring clients with visionary yet credible design solutions
  • Portfolio that showcases
    • Conceptual and creative thinking - concepting, rapid prototyping, human‑first problem solving
    • Design exploration for AI and Emerging Tech - LLMs, multimodal interfaces, agentic workflows and responsible AI exploration
    • Motion design capabilities
    • Data visualisation, layout design visual hierarchy, use of colour and typography across platforms (online, screen, mobile etc)
    • Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG) and localisation best practices
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