What are the responsibilities and job description for the Founding Designer position at Lore?
Company Description
Lore is revolutionizing the way fans engage with their favorite stories and interests. We bring together diverse fandom content into a single, organized, intuitive, and customizable platform, eliminating the chaos of scattered forums, threads, and outdated wikis. Lore is redefining the online fan experience by creating a healthier and more cohesive space for exploration and connection. Our mission is to make fandom discovery fun, engaging, and accessible for every enthusiast.
Role Description
We are seeking a Founding Designer to join our team in a full-time, on-site capacity in New York, NY. The designer will be responsible for creating and refining the user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) of the platform, ensuring it is visually striking, highly intuitive, and user-centered. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, crafting wireframes and prototypes, and iterating designs based on user feedback. The Founding Designer will help refine the visual identity of Lore and play a key role in shaping the overall design direction.
Qualifications
- Expertise in UI and UX design, including wireframing, prototyping, and crafting seamless user journeys
- Strong visual design and branding skills, with the ability to establish and maintain a cohesive design system and style guide
- Experience in using design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar software
- Ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, developers, and marketing teams
- A strong portfolio showcasing innovative and user-focused design projects
- Passion for storytelling, fandom, or cultural content is a strong plus
- Bachelor's degree in Design, Fine Arts, or related fields, or equivalent experience
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced start-up environment