Brand & Visual Design Lead

Job Description

As the world’s first and largest NFT marketplace, OpenSea is pioneering a new frontier where art, games, technology and commerce converge in fascinating and unprecedented ways.  Our platform empowers millions of creators, collectors and developers to easily showcase, discover, buy and sell unique digital items.
We’re a team of rigorous problem solvers, visionary futurists, proactive doers and effective communicators. As a remote-first company, we enable our team members to work from anywhere, while making time to come together as a team to collaborate and connect in person throughout the year.
OpenSea is seeking a talented and dynamic Brand and Visual Designer to lead our design initiatives as we navigate an exciting period new product launches. In this role, you will be at the forefront of shaping OpenSea’s visual identity, blending expertise in brand development with a keen sense of visual design to engage our millions of users.
Responsibilities:

Lead and oversee all aspects of OpenSea’s brand and visual design, ensuring a cohesive and appealing aesthetic that resonates with the crypto and web3 communities.
Develop and maintain brand guidelines and create high quality visual content, including brand graphics, illustrations, logos, and animations for digital platforms such as our website, social media, and email campaigns.
Create and oversee visual assets for marketing campaigns, website design, product interfaces, social media, presentations, and more.
Craft visual narratives that communicate our story, mission, and value proposition effectively.
Collaborate with partners on co-marketing plans, playing a pivotal role in crafting innovative and playful marketing strategies.
Stay at the cutting edge of design trends within the crypto, gaming, and broader digital space, bringing fresh, opinionated perspectives on UI/UX design and brand development.

Desired Experience:

Proven track record in brand and visual design, with a strong portfolio showcasing end-to-end design management, particularly in brand or marketing launches.
Experience within the crypto, web3, or related exciting domains such as gaming, evidenced by professional work or passionate side projects.
Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in visual and motion graphics demonstrating an ability to bring dynamic and engaging visuals to life, enhancing the brand’s storytelling and user engagement.
A deep understanding of the web3 community’s culture and aesthetics and prior experience or active participation in NFT or crypto projects, with the ability to incorporate this vibe into OpenSea’s brand in a polished and distinctive manner.
Strategic thinker with strong communication and leadership skills, capable of directing a team, including contractors, and guiding the executive team on modern design trends and strategic brand direction tied to the company’s goals.
Strategic thinker with excellent communication skills, capable of making decisions that align with the company’s vision and goals.
Exceptional skills in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and familiarity with emerging (AI) design tools and software.

The base salary for this full-time position, which spans across multiple internal levels depending on qualifications, ranges between $185,000 to $265,000 plus benefits & equity.
If you don’t think you meet all of the criteria below but still are interested in the job, please apply. Nobody checks every box, and we’re looking for someone who is excited to join the team.
Benefits & Perks

Health Benefits: We cover 100% Dental/Vision/Medical for employees and 80% for dependents
Flexible Time Off Policy: Our flexible time off policy is aimed at letting our employees take as much time off as they’d like to refresh so long as it doesn’t interfere with their ability to meet their goals and contribute effectively to company velocity
Parental Leave: 16 Weeks of Paid Parental Bonding & up to 8 additional weeks for the birthing parent
Mental Health: We offer access to Spring Health, covering 8 therapy & 8 coaching sessions per year
11 Company Holidays
Fidelity 401K Plan
Internet/Mobile Reimbursement Plan
Reimbursement or Monthly Snack Delivery
✈ Company & Team retreats to get together for fun and collaboration
☕ Team Member Co-Working and Gathering Expense
MacBook Pro & WFH Stipend to make sure you are set up for success
Weekly $50 DoorDash credit

Please be aware that OpenSea participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.