Head of Web Design

L‑Acoustics is the world leader in premium professional sound systems for live events. From world-class artists on tour, to major music festivals in every genre, to opening and closing ceremonies of planetary sporting events, we are the trusted choice of event professionals who require extreme reliability and fidelity show after show. Designed and manufactured in Europe, and available in 80 countries globally, L-Acoustics employs over 1300 people worldwide, with 20% of team resources devoted to R&D and application. Our products are built to the highest professional and sustainable standards, which we, continue to define and elevate. The Head of Web Design is responsible for defining, managing, and continuously evolving L‑Acoustics’ global web experience within the Communications team, while also leading and overseeing the web design team. This role ensures that the corporate website and digital platforms deliver a best-in-class user experience that supports brand storytelling, customer engagement, and business growth. Working closely with Creative, Editorial, Digital Marketing, and Product Marketing, the Head of Web Design leads and manages a team of three while overseeing the design, governance, and continuous improvement of the global web ecosystem. The role combines strategic leadership, UX excellence, and strong collaboration with technical and content teams to ensure that L-Acoustics’ web platforms reflect the company’s premium brand and innovation. Key Responsibilities: -Web Experience & UX Leadership As part of the Communications team, lead the design and evolution of L-Acoustics’ global web experience. Define user-centered design approaches including journey mapping, personas, information architecture, and wireframing to ensure intuitive and engaging digital experiences. -Design Systems & Visual Consistency Develop and maintain scalable design systems including components, tokens, and usage guidelines to ensure visual consistency across all web platforms. Oversee UI design standards including layout, typography, responsive grids, and interaction patterns. -Collaboration with Communications & Marketing Teams Work closely with Creative, Editorial, and Digital Marketing teams within Communications to ensure that web design supports content strategy, campaigns, and brand storytelling. Ensure the website effectively supports product launches, marketing initiatives, and strategic communication priorities. -Front-End Design & Development Alignment Collaborate closely with development teams to translate design into high-quality front-end implementations. Ensure design-to-development handoff is clear and efficient through structured specifications, component documentation, and design system governance. -Accessibility & Performance Standards Ensure web experiences follow accessibility best practices (WCAG standards) and maintain strong performance standards, including responsiveness, usability, and optimization aligned with modern web performance metrics. -Research, Testing & Continuous Improvement Drive a culture of user research and experimentation by applying UX research methods, usability testing, and experimentation frameworks. Use data and user insights to continuously improve engagement, usability, and conversion. -Content & SEO-Driven Design Partner with editorial and digital marketing teams to design content structures that support SEO, search intent, and content discoverability. Ensure page templates and information architecture support effective storytelling and strong content hierarchy. -CMS & Platform Governance Oversee the evolution of the website platform and CMS environment. Ensure publishing workflows, governance, and content management processes support efficient collaboration across global teams. Technical Skillset: UX & UI Design Expertise: User-centered design including journey mapping, personas, information architecture, wireframing, and prototyping; strong visual design skills (layout, typography, responsive grids, interaction patterns). Design Systems & Accessibility: Experience building and maintaining scalable design systems and ensuring accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1 AA) across digital products. Front-End & Design Delivery: Strong understanding of front-end principles (HTML, CSS, responsive design) and ability to collaborate closely with developers to translate designs into high-quality implementations. Performance & Optimization Awareness: Knowledge of web performance best practices including Core Web Vitals, image optimization, and efficient front-end delivery. UX Research & Experimentation: Ability to guide UX research, usability testing, and experimentation programs including A/B testing and conversion optimization. Content & SEO-Driven Design: Experience designing information architecture and page structures that support SEO, content clarity, and strong user navigation. Design Tools & Collaboration: Proficiency with modern design and collaboration tools such as Figma, FigJam/Miro, and structured design-to-development handoff workflows. CMS & Platform Experience: Familiarity with enterprise CMS platforms (headless or traditional) and content publishing workflows including governance, localization, and preview environments. Fluent in English & Business Level French What we offer At L-Acoustics, newcomers are welcomed into a dynamic and inclusive environment that blends technological excellence with human-centered values. New team members benefit from the following: Hybrid work policy with remote flexibility Comprehensive health benefits to support you and your family. Opportunities for internal mobility and career advancement A collaborative, international work environment driven by innovation. Employee events and initiatives that foster community and creativity. Access to the company’s CSE (Comité Social et Économique), offering cultural, leisure, and social benefits. A strong focus/emphasis on work-life balance L-Acoustics supports personal/professional development, diversity, and community engagement—ensuring that every newcomer feels empowered to grow, contribute, and thrive from day one. We recognize that talent is multifaceted. Our commitment to valuing each individual, giving equal opportunities to all and building a team enriched by a variety of backgrounds and experiences. What matters most to us is your passion, your expertise, and your drive to grow. We believe in creating an environment where people can do their best work and thrive together. Even if this role isn’t an exact match, we encourage you to apply. Your unique perspective could be just what our team needs.