Atlanta, Georgia, United States · Hybrid
$4k–$4k/wk
At AKQA (part of WPP) we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products and services. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design adaptive digital services…
Skills: UI Design, Art Direction, Design Systems, Creative Leadership, Mentoring
Beirut, Beirut Governorate, Lebanon · Hybrid
At AKQA, we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create a better future. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design adaptive ideas, services and experiences that capture the ima…
Skills: Copywriting, Arabic writing, Creative strategy, Storytelling, Digital product experience
Roncade, Veneto, Italy · Hybrid
At AKQA (part of WPP), we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create a better future. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design adaptive ideas, services and experiences that c…
Skills: Financial reporting, Month-end close, Accounting principles, Excel, Budgeting
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$3k–$3k/wk
At AKQA (part of WPP) we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products and services. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design adaptive digital services…
Skills: UI Design, Design Systems, Figma, User-Centered Design, Prototyping
San Francisco, California, United States · Hybrid
$3k–$4k/wk
At AKQA (part of WPP) we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products and services. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design adaptive digital services…
Skills: Program Management, Digital Product Delivery, Stakeholder Management, Budget Management, Agile
London, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
At AKQA (part of WPP), we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products, and services. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design adaptive digital servic…
Skills: Salesforce, Pipeline Management, Presentation Design, Stakeholder Management, Data Analysis
London, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
Content Strategist At AKQA, we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products, and services. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design adaptive digital s…
Skills: Content Strategy, Editorial Strategy, Copywriting, Storytelling, Campaign Development
Berlin, Germany · Hybrid
At AKQA (part of WPP), we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products and services. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design adaptive digital service…
Skills: Account Management, Client Relationship Management, Project Management, Digital Strategy, Content Production
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand · Hybrid
At AKQA (part of WPP) our Technology discipline sets the approach and standard for native app delivery and governance, helping deliver a world-class application through a mature agile methodology, and setting a high stan…
Skills: Swift, Kotlin, iOS SDK, Android SDK, RESTful APIs
Gurgaon, Haryana, India · Hybrid
At AKQA (part of WPP) our Delivery Discipline sets the approach and standard for project delivery and governance, ensuring that clients maximize their return on investment. Responsible for team performance, they provide …
Skills: Project Planning, Scoping, Resource Management, Budget Management, Risk Mitigation
London, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
At AKQA, we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products, and services. We design connected experiences that transform brands and businesses through the integration of cre…
Skills: Technical Strategy, AI Implementation, Cloud-Native Architecture, MACH Architecture, C-Level Stakeholder Management
Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands · Hybrid
At AKQA (part of WPP), we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create ideas, products, and services that shape culture and drive meaningful outcomes. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative spir…
Skills: Project Management, Agile, Waterfall, Budget Management, Resource Planning
London, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
At AKQA (part of WPP), we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products, and services. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design adaptive digital soluti…
Skills: Financial Strategy, Commercial Acumen, Budgeting, Forecasting, Risk Management
Paris, Ile-de-France, France · Hybrid
At AKQA (part of WPP), we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products and services. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design adaptive digital product…
Skills: Generative AI, Frontend Architecture, React, Next.js, LLM Orchestration
London, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
The AKQA Business Team serves as a trusted and respected partner to our clients, sitting at the epicentre of every project we deliver. Combining client services, project management, and production expertise, the team dem…
Skills: Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Budget Management, Agile, Scrum
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$3k–$4k/wk
At AKQA (part of WPP) we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products and services. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design adaptive digital services…
Skills: Product Management, Requirement Gathering, Product Roadmap, Backlog Management, User Stories
Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands · Hybrid
Creatives at AKQA (part of WPP) apply artistry and craftsmanship to strategic insight to create and bring to life beautiful ideas that move the world. Skilled storytellers and conceptors, they work in a multidisciplinary…
Skills: Art Direction, Visual Concept Development, Typography, Digital Aesthetics, Brand Expression
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$4k–$5k/wk
At AKQA (part of WPP) we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products and services. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design adaptive digital services…
Skills: Content Strategy, Information Architecture, UX Design, SEO, Content Governance
London, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
At AKQA (part of WPP), we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products and services. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design brands, products, campai…
Skills: Brand Design, Communications Design, Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Keynote
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand · Hybrid
At AKQA (part of WPP), our Experience Design discipline sets the standard for innovation, creativity, and craft. As a Lead Experience Designer, you’ll imagine what’s next and help make what matters. You will lead innovat…
Skills: Experience Design, UX Architecture, Visual Interface Design, Design Systems, Figma
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The Design Lead will provide hands-on art direction and leadership to a team of designers to create world-class digital experiences. They will also oversee the evolution of complex design systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions.
Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in UI design or art direction with a strong portfolio of digital products. Proven expertise in leading teams, managing design systems, and presenting creative work to stakeholders is essential.
At AKQA (part of WPP) we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products and services. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design adaptive digital services and applications that capture the imagination, delivering impressive returns for our clients.
We are seeking a highly experienced and passionate Freelance Design Lead to join our team, focusing on one of AKQA’s most enduring and prestigious accounts. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead the creative vision for a flagship digital product, partnering with a global leader in travel and hospitality. As a Design Lead, you will guide and inspire designers, oversee the development of innovative solutions, and ensure creative excellence across all deliverables. You’ll play a critical role in shaping impactful digital experiences that elevate the brand and delight its customers.
This is a freelance position starting ASAP and running through the end of December 2026. Compensation ranges from $3,600 to $4,400 per week, commensurate with experience. This is a hybrid role, and candidates must live within a commutable distance from the AKQA office in Atlanta. While remote work is supported, the team occasionally meets in person at the office and visits the client to present work and collaborate.
We believe great work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach including required in-office days. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
AKQA is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
About WPP
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AKQA is a creative company at the intersection of imagination and technology, with a global presence across 19 countries, and 30 locations. For more than three decades, AKQA has pioneered what’s next. From the dawn of digital to the rise of AI, AKQA is globally recognised for its creative excellence and innovation. The company has earned top honours including the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity Grand Prix for Digital Craft 2023, Design and Glass 2024, and Innovation 2025, alongside seven Fast Company Innovation by Design Awards and three World Changing Ideas Awards.
Offices: 5th floor, 360 Third St, San Francisco, CA 94107, US · 1 St. John's Lane, London, EC1M 4BL, GB · 17th Floor, 114 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011, US · 3rd Floor, Building 11, No.207 Meng Zi Road, Shanghai, 200023, CN · 5th Floor, 3299 K St, NW, Washington D.C., District of Columbia 20007, US
AKQA is a creative company at the intersection of imagination and technology, with a global presence across 19 countries, and 30 locations. For more than three decades, AKQA has pioneered what’s next. From the dawn of digital to the rise of AI, AKQA is globally recognised for its creative excellence and innovation. The company has earned top honours including the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity Grand Prix for Digital Craft 2023, Design and Glass 2024, and Innovation 2025, alongside seven Fast Company Innovation by Design Awards and three World Changing Ideas Awards.
Offices: 5th floor, 360 Third St, San Francisco, CA 94107, US · 1 St. John's Lane, London, EC1M 4BL, GB · 17th Floor, 114 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011, US · 3rd Floor, Building 11, No.207 Meng Zi Road, Shanghai, 200023, CN · 5th Floor, 3299 K St, NW, Washington D.C., District of Columbia 20007, US
