Design Director Packaging H/F Landor

Job Description

Landor is looking for a Design Director to join our Paris studio. Could this be you?

We are Landor.

World-leading brand experts,
underpinned by the most expansive strategic & creative capabilities in our category.

We make brands more valuable and less vulnerable.

We build brands differently. We work with our clients to define and solve their business problems through the lens of brand. We strategically join the dots between our design, experience, governance and measurement capabilities, and always connect our brand work to business outcomes.

Landor companies also include amp (sonic branding), bdg (workplace & architectural experts), Deep Local (creative technologists) and ManvsMachine (3D motion design).

We are part of WPP.

What you'll do

As a Design Director, you will:

• Lead the creative vision and direction for multiple high-profile consumer brand projects.

• Bring deep expertise in brand identity and packaging design to deliver award-winning, commercially effective work.

• Partner with strategy, client services, and production teams to merge bold creative ideas with strong brand strategy.

• Act as the creative lead on pitches, concept development, and project delivery.

• Develop breakthrough design ideas across consumer touchpoints - from packaging to in-store and digital experiences.

• Serve as a key client contact, presenting concepts with authority and building long-term relationships.

• Mentor and inspire junior designers, ensuring work meets Landor's high standards of creativity and craft.

• Ensure all work aligns with client brand positioning, market objectives, and strategic goals.

What you'll need

• Significant design leadership experience within a brand/design agency environment.

• A strong portfolio showcasing world-class consumer branding and packaging design.

• Proven ability to translate strategic thinking into exceptional design execution.

• Deep understanding of FMCG/CPG brand challenges and opportunities.

• Strong conceptual thinking, craft skills, and the ability to tell compelling design stories.

• Experience managing stakeholders at all levels with confidence and business acumen.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Miro, and emerging AI tools.

• Knowledge of current and emerging design trends, both in consumer branding and broader cultural contexts.

• Passion for design, brand, and creative excellence, combined with commercial awareness.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

We build brands. We build futures. Landor, a WPP company, is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics, committed to a culture of respect where everyone belongs and can progress in their careers.

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