Niantic, Inc. - Visual & Motion Designer (Short-term)

Motion Graphic Designer is needed in Seattle, United States.

Client: Niantic, Inc.

Location: Seattle, WA

Contract: Full-time, Full-time, Full-time

Job Description

Niantic’s Design Team seeks a Visual & Motion Designer to collaborate and help craft the future of Niantic’s games and platform technology. The designer will work closely with the user experience (UX) team to shape the visual and interactive elements of Niantic’s augmented reality (AR) and mapping experiences. This individual will collaborate with product managers and engineers to create high-impact and strategic projects that push the boundaries of spatial computing and mapping.

Responsibilities

• Design visually compelling concepts, wireframes, mockups, specs, and final designs to convey UX flows, motion design, and spatial computing concepts in Niantic’s visual style.
• Iterate on designs based on research study outcomes, product goals, and feedback from key collaborators and leadership.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to provide visual art and motion design support on high-impact AR projects.
• Work closely with engineers through production to ensure designs are implemented as intended.
• Develop and maintain a consistent visual style across all projects.

Requirements

• 2+ years professional experience in visual and motion design.
• 2+ years professional experience working on high-quality projects with engineers, product management, and UX.
• Strong portfolio showcasing 2D and 3D design experience.
• Ability to convey spatial concepts to diverse audiences.
• Capable of managing multiple projects with acute attention to detail.
• Proficient in typography, layout, and color.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hybrid environment and handle stress appropriately.
• Experience working on cross-functional teams with effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Passionate about augmented reality and its potential!
• Plus: Professional experience includes production design for mobile (including mobile AR), spatial design, and/or virtual or augmented reality headsets.
• Plus: Professional experience working on spatial design projects from concept through launch.
• Plus: Proficiency in end-to-end user experience design or prototyping.