Vimeo

Principal Product Designer, Streaming/OTT

New York, New York, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Streaming, OTT, Video PlatformIndustries

Principal Product Designer - Streaming Solution

Employment Type: Full-time Location Type: Not Specified Salary:

  • NYC Metro, Bay Area, Seattle, & Los Angeles: $158,000 - $216,500
  • All other US cities outside above metro areas: $142,200 - $194,850

Position Overview

Vimeo enables anyone to create high-quality video experiences to connect better and bring ideas to life. We proudly serve our growing community of nearly 300 million users — from creative storytellers to globally distributed teams at the world’s largest companies.

As a Principal Product Designer, you'll play a key role in shaping Vimeo's Streaming Solution. You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional partners to design innovative tools and features that empower video content creators and communities to build, curate, and analyze their own Netflix-style streaming business. Our platform provides the tools for content creators to manage their media, design custom channels, set monetization models, and reach their audience directly. We are a fast-paced, design-led organization committed to delivering top-tier user experiences.

Responsibilities

  • Create user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups that effectively communicate design concepts and solutions to stakeholders.
  • Employ visual systems to ensure that your designs are in harmony with the broader product ecosystem.
  • Lead the entire design process for multiple concurrent projects, from inception to launch, as the sole designer for this team, ensuring all products meet the highest quality standards.
  • Work with the product team head to craft an engaging product vision for the business unit and establish effective design principles and connections with stakeholders.
  • Work in close collaboration with cross-functional teams, encompassing product management and engineering, to gain insights into both business and user requirements and transform them into product designs.

Requirements

  • 7+ years of professional experience in product design.
  • Outstanding abilities in interaction design, conversational design, visual design, and product thinking, supported by a robust portfolio featuring web and native app designs.
  • Demonstrated expertise in Figma, robust prototyping abilities coupled with a track record of conducting user research and usability testing to collect feedback and insights that guide design choices.
  • Capable of making thoughtful trade-offs and swiftly implementing designs without sacrificing quality.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills to convey design decisions effectively and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product and Software Engineers, as the sole designer.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale design initiatives.
  • Experience designing for video streaming technologies and platforms.

Bonus Points (Nice to Have)

  • Experience working with remote or distributed product teams.
  • Knowledge and experience with motion design and animation.
  • SaaS experience.

Benefits

  • Be part of a passionate and collaborative team.
  • Contribute to a platform loved by millions of users worldwide.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.

About Vimeo

Vimeo (NASDAQ:VMEO) is the world’s most innovative video experience platform. We enable anyone to create high-quality video experiences to connect better and bring ideas to life. We proudly serve our growing community of nearly 300 million users — from creative storytellers to globally distributed teams at the world’s largest companies. Learn more at www.vimeo.com.

Vimeo is headquartered in New York City with offices around the world. At Vimeo, we believe our impact is greatest when our workforce of passionate, dedicated people, represents our diverse and global community. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer where diversity, equity, and inclusion is championed in how we build our products, develop our leaders, and strengthen our culture.

Skills

product design
interaction design
conversational design
visual design
product thinking
prototyping
wireframing
user flows
high-fidelity mockups
visual systems

Vimeo

Video hosting and sharing platform

About Vimeo

Vimeo provides a platform for creating, hosting, and sharing high-quality videos, catering to a wide range of users from individual creators to large teams. Users can utilize various tools and services to produce and distribute their video content effectively. Vimeo operates on a subscription model, offering different tiers that provide various features to suit the needs of its diverse clientele. This company stands out from competitors by focusing on high-quality video experiences and offering additional services like video monetization and live streaming. Vimeo's goal is to empower users to connect globally through their video content, facilitating creative storytelling and collaboration.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2004Year Founded
$437.7MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Unlimited paid time off
Company-matched 401k
Medical and dental
Daily breakfast, plus snacks and drinks aplenty
Company outings and events
Tuition reimbursement
Company equity
Company-matched charitable donations
Parental leave and adoption assistance

Risks

Emerging platforms like TikTok challenge Vimeo's market share.
AI-generated content may impact demand for traditional video tools.
Regulatory challenges in Europe could affect Vimeo's operations.

Differentiation

Vimeo offers a comprehensive video platform for creators and enterprises.
The platform supports spatial videos, enhancing immersive content creation.
Vimeo's partnerships with cultural institutions expand its reach and brand prestige.

Upsides

Growing demand for spatial video content boosts Vimeo's market position.
Video monetization strategies offer new revenue streams for Vimeo.
Remote work trends align with Vimeo's collaboration tools for distributed teams.

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