Head of Design

The Head of Design at Too Good To Go is responsible for creatively leading the brand's visual identity across various platforms, developing compelling designs for marketing materials, managing design projects, and collaborating with teams to communicate our mission effectively. You will leverage your design expertise to create transformative solutions that elevate our brand and resonate with both consumers and partner businesses.

To qualify for the Head of Design position at Too Good To Go, candidates should have extensive design experience with a strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of work. Strong leadership skills, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator, as well as experience in both digital and print design are essential. Experience in a fast-paced environment, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative mindset are also important.

The Head of Design plays a crucial role in bringing the Too Good To Go mission to life through innovative visual strategies. By creating impactful designs that communicate our values and engage our audience, the Head of Design helps to foster a supportive community focused on reducing food waste and promoting sustainability, ultimately aligning design efforts with our overarching goals.

Preferred candidates for the Head of Design role at Too Good To Go should have experience in leading design teams, direct involvement in art direction, and managing large photoshoots. Those with a background in creative agencies or experience within trade marketing/POS are also highly valued as they bring a breadth of knowledge to the position.

As the Head of Design at Too Good To Go, you can expect to work in an inclusive and values-driven environment where collaboration is key. The team culture encourages personal authenticity, celebrates successes, and facilitates connections through various employee resource groups. You'll thrive within a supportive community dedicated to social impact, where your contributions will be recognized and celebrated.

When answering this question, choose a project that demonstrates both your skills and your ability to align design with a brand’s mission. Describe your design process, the challenges you faced, and the impact this project had. Highlight how it communicates with the audience effectively.

Discuss your approach to feedback by emphasizing the importance of constructive criticism in the creative process. Explain your strategy for integrating feedback while maintaining your design vision, showcasing your adaptability and collaborative spirit.

Highlight design trends that resonate with sustainability and social impact, such as minimalism, bold colors, and eco-friendly materials. Explain why these trends are relevant and how they could enhance Too Good To Go's visual identity and user engagement.

Detail your project management strategies, mentioning tools and techniques you use to prioritize tasks effectively. Stress the importance of clear communication with stakeholders and how you manage expectations while delivering high-quality designs.

Describe your collaborative process, emphasizing how teamwork enhances creativity and innovation. Share examples of successful collaborations that have led to stronger design outcomes, showcasing your ability to work well with cross-functional teams.

Discuss your methods for defining and implementing visual standards, including creating guidelines and ensuring consistency across all platforms. Share how you collaborate with teams to ensure that the visual identity aligns with the brand's mission and resonates with the audience.

Mention any experience with other design software such as After Effects for motion design or Figma for UI/UX projects. Discuss how this versatility enables you to contribute to a wider range of projects at Too Good To Go.

Share a specific instance where you crafted a visual narrative through design. Emphasize the message you wanted to convey, the tools you used, and the impact on the audience, illustrating your storytelling capabilities.

Discuss the growing importance of design in conveying messages and engaging audiences within the social impact space. Share your views on how design can drive awareness and participation in causes like food sustainability, and how you can lead that evolution as the Head of Design.

Reflect on your personal motivations, such as a passion for sustainability or a desire to make a difference. Express how this motivation fuels your creativity and dedication to achieving results within the competitive landscape at Too Good To Go.