Sr Director Digital Design

Academy Sports + Outdoors

Katy, TX, US
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10+ years digital/web design experience
5+ years leadership role managing designers
Strong portfolio of engaging user interfaces
** Academy Sports + Outdoors is seeking a Senior Director of Digital Design to lead the digital design vision for their e-commerce platforms. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in digital/web design and UX, particularly within retail e-commerce, and will manage a creative team while driving innovative design solutions. **

Job Summary

  • The company seeks a leader to define the digital design vision and content strategy for Academy's e-commerce platforms while fostering a culture of innovation.
  • This role involves managing a team of visual designers and content creators to deliver seamless, mobile-first shopping experiences across all devices.
  • Candidates will drive business results by leveraging data analytics, A/B testing, and user research to continuously optimize site layouts and checkout flows.

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** Academy Sports + Outdoors is seeking a Senior Director of Digital Design to lead the digital design vision for their e-commerce platforms. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in digital/web design and UX, particularly within retail e-commerce, and will manage a creative team while driving innovative design solutions. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years digital/web design experience
  • 5+ years leadership role managing designers
  • Strong portfolio of engaging user interfaces
  • Deep knowledge of UX and conversion design
  • Experience with responsive web and mobile apps
  • Proficiency in Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with AR/VR commerce trends
  • Knowledge of front-end development technologies
  • Experience with personalization tools like Monetate
  • Passion for emerging digital design formats
  • Ability to craft compelling visual narratives

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Digital Design or related field
  • 10+ years of experience in digital/web design and UX
  • At least 5 years in a leadership role
  • Significant experience in retail e-commerce or omnichannel brands

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