Brand Designer

About the RoleWe're seeking a visionary Lead Brand Designer to shape, elevate, and evolve the Character.ai brand and help bring our AI products and research to life and into the hands of as many people as possible. We are in the very early innings of introducing the general population to this transformative technology, and brand will play a pivotal role to help reach our mission by helping to communicate our products’ value and continuing to make it something people are excited to interact with. In this role, you’ll be responsible for crafting and evolving our digital brand and visual identity that resonates with a diverse user base, and realizing it through digital experiences and marketing efforts.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and evolve the Character.ai brand identity across all touchpoints, consumer product interfaces and digital marketing and social surfaces and materials.Design captivating web experiences, interactive elements, and digital assets that bring our AI capabilities and characters to lifeCreate and articulate a creative vision and collaborate with cross-functional teams - including both product and marketing, key stakeholders and partners to execute and implement a cohesive visual narrative.Lead the evolution of brand guidelines and ensure consistent implementation across all channelsContribute to marketing and growth strategies by designing innovative, eye-catching assetsRequirements5+ years of experience in brand design, with a focus on digital and interactive design in an agency or fast growing tech company setting.Strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional visual design skills and a keen eye for typography, color, and compositionExperience and proficiency with motion and interactive design, 3D design, UI/UX, illustration, and design systemsExpertise in designing for web and mobile platformsExcellent communication and storytelling skills to sell your ideas and gather buy-in.You’ve taken a brand from 0 to 1 not once, but many times.You'll thrive in this role if youAre excited about AI and its potential to transform user experiences and how we interact with technologyYou are a maker and craftsperson and have a passion for pushing for the detailsYou study successful brands and have intuition on why or how they came to be successfulLove to experiment with new design techniques, tools, and technologiesCan balance creativity with data-driven decision makingAbility to work in a fast-paced startup environment and adapt quickly to changing prioritiesAre a natural collaborator who can work effectively with diverse teamsHave a growth mindset and are always eager to learn and improve your craftAbout Character.AIFounded in 2021, Character is a leading AI company offering personalized experiences through customizable AI 'Characters.' As one of the most widely used AI platforms worldwide, Character enables users to interact with AI tailored to their unique needs and preferences.In just two years, we achieved unicorn status and were named Google Play's AI App of the Year – a testament to our groundbreaking technology and vision.Ready to shape the future of Consumer AI? At Character, we value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. As an equal opportunity employer, we firmly uphold a non-discrimination policy based on race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or disability. Your unique perspectives are vital to our success.Compensation Range: $150K - $350KLocationMenlo Park, CATypeFull timeDepartmentProductCompensation$150K – $350K • Offers Equity Top-notch health coverage for you & your family, with majority of the premium covered! We invest in your future on day 1 with a 401(K) match up to 5% of your salary. New parents, we've got you covered with incredible paid leave -up to 20 weeks! 4 weeks PTO to explore, unwind & come back recharged!️ Gourmet meals delivered daily via DoorDash & catering while in office.