Lead design operations, partnering closely with the VP of design and Head of Production to make sure the team is operating efficiently and maintaining a high quality bar.
Oversee design reviews, crits and sprints for the wider team helping to maintain a consistent process for a high functioning team.
Mentor and inspire a high-performing design function, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
Collaborate on strategic direction and design vision, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
Stay abreast of industry trends, design methodologies, and emerging technologies to chart the course for industry-leading design excellence.
Collaborate closely with product management and engineering teams to drive the delivery of delightful and intuitive user interfaces.
Champion the importance of design thinking throughout the organization.

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field or equivalent work experience
Proven experience (5+ years) in a senior design leadership role (with management experience), in a high growth consumer facing company, preferably in a fast-paced startup environment.
Demonstrated success in building and leading high-performing design teams.
Strong portfolio showcasing a range of design leadership, including product design, branding, and user interfaces.
In-depth knowledge of design principles, trends, and emerging technologies.
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to articulate and evangelize design concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Ideally can demonstrate experience and proficiency in leading/designing for cross-platform products, including spatial and 3D environments and tools.
Ideally has driven creation, maintenance, and governance of robust design systems and UI frameworks.

Design Director at VRChat Inc. Full Time

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