Brand Design Director

Abridge

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Brand Design Director at Abridge, you will set a new standard for design in healthcare, redefining what brand means in healthcare and shaping how Abridge looks, feels, and communicates at every touchpoint of the user experience. We’re reimagining the future of healthcare, and you’ll play a pivotal role in defining what comes next. You’ll own the brand design system that creates the first consumer grade experience across healthcare systems and drives meaningful impact. With a refined, premium aesthetic and sharp strategic instincts, you’ll collaborate closely with product designers and push the team toward ever-higher standards. Your work will transform bold ideas into tangible brand moments to build a presence that is distinctive, consistent, and unforgettable. This role is ideal for a creative, systems-minded designer with exceptional taste and a bias toward action, someone who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and is motivated by work that truly matters.

Requirements

9+ years of experience in visual, product brand and crafting design systems at scale. Work that reflects not just visual polish, but the ability to build, evolve, and diversify brand systems over time.
Strong communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to articulate how brand decisions impact product experience and user trust.
You can clearly articulate creative rationale, lead brainstorms, and build alignment across marketing, product, content, and leadership teams.
A portfolio that demonstrates a mastery of your craft. Deep expertise in visual design fundamentals: typography, composition, hierarchy, and interaction design, with meticulous attention to detail.
Experience working in a fast-paced environment and the ability to be able to tackle multiple projects simultaneously, moving between strategic thinking and visual execution with ease
You have a general passion for design and are actively exploring how AI and emerging technologies are reshaping design workflows, systems, and creative possibilities.
Must be willing to work from our SF or NYC office at least 3x per week
This position requires a commitment to a hybrid work model, with the expectation of coming into the office a minimum of (3) three times per week.

Nice To Haves

Relocation assistance is available for candidates willing to move to San Francisco or New York.

Responsibilities

Define and evolve our brand to position us as a leader in healthcare AI. Establish principles and direction that guide the brand at scale.
Inspire and elevate the design team through thoughtful critique, ambitious vision, and clarity of perspective. Drive alignment across stakeholders and confidently articulate the “why” behind creative decisions.
Translate complex strategy into compelling campaigns, brand moments, and experiences. Build narratives that feel cohesive across touchpoints and emotionally resonant across audiences.
Evolve and expand our brand system to support future growth. Create flexible frameworks, templates and libraries, that empower others while maintaining cohesion.
Partner cross-functionally to concept and launch new initiatives from the ground up. Bring both strategic direction and hands-on craft to early-stage work.
Model world-class fundamentals across typography, layout, composition, and color. Flex the brand across digital, print and experiential work, maintaining a level of polish and cohesion throughout.

Benefits

Generous Time Off: 14 paid holidays, flexible PTO for salaried employees, and accrued time off for hourly employees
Comprehensive Health Plans: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for all full-time employees and their families.
Generous HSA Contribution: If you choose a High Deductible Health Plan, Abridge makes monthly contributions to your HSA.
Paid Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave for all full-time employees.
Family Forming Benefits: Resources and financial support to help you build your family.
401(k) Matching: Contribution matching to help invest in your future.
Personal Device Allowance: Tax free funds for personal device usage.
Pre-tax Benefits: Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Commuter Benefits.
Lifestyle Wallet: Monthly contributions for fitness, professional development, coworking, and more.
Mental Health Support: Dedicated access to therapy and coaching to help you reach your goals.
Sabbatical Leave: Paid Sabbatical Leave after 5 years of employment.
Compensation and Equity: Competitive compensation and equity grants for full time employees.