Associate Creative Director-Design Systems
About Sia Experience-CreativeSia Experience is the full-service creative agency within Sia. In the SiaX-Creative business line, we combine creative, CX, marketing, and deep AI expertise with industry leading knowledge to deliver impactful, growth-focused solutions for our clients. By bringing together agencies known for creating standout work for leading brands, Sia is building SiaX into a premier player in the creative and digital agency space—pairing the speed, creativity, and independence of top boutique shops with the reach and resources of a global network.At SiaX we’re nimble, deeply collaborative, and known for delivering high-impact work with lean teams. As strategic partners to our clients, we focus on building brands and delivering growth for clients that are aiming to break through creative barriers and accelerate digital transformation.ImpactThis role defines how a brand shows up at scale. As ACD you’ll establish and evolve the design systems and visual language that power everything from campaigns to product experiences to everyday digital touchpoints.You’ll lead the creation of cohesive, flexible systems that bring consistency without sacrificing creativity. Your work ensures that every expression of the brand feels intentional, elevated, and unmistakably connected—whether it’s a major launch or a single asset.Operating at both a conceptual and executional level, you’ll guide teams from big idea through final craft, shaping work that is not only visually compelling but grounded in clear strategic thinking.What Success Looks LikeA clear, scalable design system that unifies brand expression across all digital and campaign touchpointsCreative work that consistently reflects a high-end, modern aesthetic with strong attention to craft and detailTeams are producing work faster and more consistently because of the systems and standards you’ve put in placeBrand expression evolves thoughtfully over time without losing its core identityCreative output balances distinctive storytelling with performance and usabilityStakeholders trust your perspective and look to you to elevate both the work and the thinking behind itThe Kind of Work You’ll LeadDefining and evolving end-to-end design systems that scale across campaigns, web, and contentLeading integrated digital campaigns with a strong, cohesive visual languageEstablishing frameworks for how brands show up across owned, paid, and emerging channelsGuiding visual direction for launches, ensuring consistency from concept through executionElevating the overall creative standard and craft across all digital outputsHow You Show UpYou bring a strong point of view and know how to push work forward without overcomplicating it. You’re comfortable operating in ambiguity, helping shape direction rather than waiting for it.You’re as invested in how the work gets made as the final output—building systems, guiding teams, and creating an environment where great design can scale. What You Bring7+ years of experience in creative leadership, art direction, or design, with a strong foundation in digital-first brand buildingA portfolio that demonstrates exceptional visual systems, brand evolution, and high-quality digital executionDeep expertise in building and scaling design systems across multiple channels and teamsAdvanced proficiency in Figma, with a strong command of component systems, libraries, and scalable frameworksA refined eye and exceptional taste, with the ability to set and maintain a high creative barAbility to clearly articulate creative decisions and connect them to broader business and brand objectivesExperience leading and mentoring creative teams, with a focus on developing strong, thoughtful designersA strategic mindset, with an understanding of how creative systems enable speed, consistency, and performanceAdditional InformationDiversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging At Sia, we believe in fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees and partners are valued and thrive in a sense of belonging. We are committed to recruiting and developing a diverse network of employees and investing in their growth by providing unique opportunities for professional and cultural immersion. Our commitment toward inclusion motivates dynamic collaboration with our clients, building trust by creating an inclusive environment of curiosity and learning which affects lasting impact. Please visit our website for more information. Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs. Work Authorization & Sponsorship At this time, Sia does not intend to pursue employment with applicants who will require now or in the future visa by our company for work authorization in the United States (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa, or any other non-immigrant status).