Director of Marketing

Director Of MarketingWe currently seek an experienced and innovative Director of Marketing to join our award-winning landscape architecture firm. Founded in 1969, Design Workshop is an international landscape architecture, land planning, urban design and strategic services firm with work spanning the globe. The firm has been recognized with over 260 prestigious awards for its work in new communities, urban centers, resorts, public parks, golf courses and residences. The firm's philosophy challenges the project team to equally integrate and balance artistic vision, environmental sensitivity, community values and sound economics to create unique places that stand the test of time. It refers to this approach as DW Legacy Design .ResponsibilitiesLead and elevate Design Workshop's marketing vision, strategy, and impact across the firmPartner with Principals and firm leadership to shape and execute high-impact marketing initiativesDrive the strategic marketing plan, ensuring alignment with business development goals and firm growthChampion brand excellence through compelling marketing tools, materials, and storytellingBuild, mentor, and optimize a high-performing marketing team, including training and workflow developmentOversee and win complex RFP and RFQ pursuitsAmplify the firm's voice through innovative public relations and social media strategiesEmpower staff and leadership with the tools, training, and confidence to support marketing effortsFuel business development success by cultivating client and prospect relationshipsLead interview strategy and coaching, positioning teams to win new workDirect promotional efforts and advertising strategy, including ownership of the marketing budgetServe as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, helping guide firm-wide strategyCollaborate with the CEO and President to drive bold, integrated marketing, business development, and PR initiativesOversee marketing efforts firmwide, managing team members across multiple officesQualificationsBring a strong drive for results, backed by proven success in marketing leadership and team managementDemonstrate deep experience leading marketing efforts within a landscape architecture or related design firmHold a bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related fieldOffer 510+ years of experience in a Marketing Director or similar leadership roleBring industry insight, ideally within architecture, engineering, construction, or planning (AEC)Understand the language of design, including urban design, landscape architecture, and land planningShowcase professional engagement, with preferred active membership in SMPSBe highly proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative SuiteCompensationHealth$0 monthly cost for employee-only medical coverage (PPO or HDHP plan with HSA), and generous employer contributions to spouse/children/family dependent tiersMonthly firm contributions to your employee HSA, helping you build long-term, tax-advantaged health savingsDental & vision coveragePre-tax flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent careCompany-paid life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverageFinancialWe're 100% employee-owned (ESOP), which means you earn ownership in the firm over time and share in its long-term success401(k) with 100% company match up to 5%, immediately vestedPerformance-based bonuses tied to the firm's successEmployee referral bonusesTime & SupportGenerous paid time off (PTO) that grows with tenureSeven paid holidays plus two floating holidays you can use anytime0% interest rental housing loan program for new and relocating team membersPaid family leaveTransportation allowance, including public transit and bike reimbursementsEmployee Assistance Program (counseling, financial wellbeing, and legal assistance)Estate planning support (Lincoln Estate Guidance)24/7 travel assistance for emergencies when you're away from home (Lincoln TravelConnect)Growth & ExperienceAnnual firmwide volunteer day, plus additional paid volunteer time to support causes you care aboutProfessional development through Design Workshop ULicensure support, memberships, certifications, and learning fundsTuition assistance for graduate educationStudio CultureCollaborative, studio-based teams working across the U.S.Regular studio events and opportunities to connect with colleaguesExposure to meaningful projects across the U.S. and internationallyA shared focus on design quality, sustainability, and long-term impact