Director of Product & Brand Design

Location: San Diego, CA (Remote)Reports to: CEO & Co-FounderSalary Range: $100,000 - $150,000 annually, with potential for equity participationRole SummaryHuega House is looking for a Director of Product & Brand Design to lead product development, creative direction, and brand design. This role is both visionary and hands-on. You will drive the creative process from product concept to final campaign execution while also producing designs yourself, including product sketches, graphics, packaging, and brand visuals.Success in this position looks like building a cohesive product and brand identity that resonates with our audience, ensuring premium quality in every product, and elevating how Huega House shows up across all customer touchpoints. Over time, you will transition from doing it all to building and leading a small team, but initially this role requires a builder mindset.This role is central to Huega House's growth. It ensures that the product and brand creative direction remain aligned, consistent, and aspirational as we expand into new collections, categories, and retail channels.ResponsibilitiesProduct and DesignLead the design and development of Huega House products across hats, apparel, and future categoriesCreate and maintain design direction from concept through tech packs, sampling, and productionExecute hands-on design work including sketches, graphic design, packaging, and campaign visualsEnsure all products meet Huega House's standards of quality, fit, and brand ethosResearch and apply cultural, market, and trend insights to inspire product innovationBrand and Creative DirectionEstablish and maintain brand identity across campaigns, retail, e-commerce, and packagingDevelop creative assets for seasonal collections and collaborations, including digital and print materialsPartner with marketing to design brand campaigns, advertising, and branded contentElevate visual storytelling to create an emotional connection with the Huega House communityLeadership and CollaborationAct as both designer and creative lead until the team expandsCollaborate closely with the founders and cross-functional partners in marketing, operations, and wholesaleManage timelines, workflows, and deliverables for product launches and creative projectsBuild and mentor a small, high-performing creative team over timeQualifications7+ years of experience in product design, apparel, or lifestyle brand creative direction (fashion/lifestyle experience strongly preferred)Strong portfolio showcasing product design, graphic design, and brand creative directionProficiency in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and product design software (CLO, CAD, or equivalent)Experience developing tech packs, collaborating with manufacturers, and overseeing sampling/productionStrong understanding of premium materials, construction, and manufacturing processesAbility to balance hands-on design execution with strategic creative leadershipStrong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work cross-functionallyEntrepreneurial mindset and comfort working in a fast-paced, growing companyPlease email your website and/or portfolio to jonathan@.

Created: 2025-09-25