Contractor – Lead Product Designer
VigetSalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Media, BiotechnologyIndustries
Requirements
Candidates should possess at least 3 years of product design experience and a strong portfolio demonstrating design expertise and measurable impact. Expertise in Figma, including libraries, variables, modes, auto-layout, and prototyping is essential. A deep understanding of web and native mobile interactivity, UI/UX fundamentals like information architecture, hierarchy, and layout is required. The ability to influence product strategy and drive business impact through design, exceptional attention to detail, and the capacity to work both autonomously and collaboratively are also necessary. A deep knowledge of and interest in music, digital media, social media, and technology is important, with experience in digital advertising and knowledge of HTML/CSS fundamentals being a plus.
Responsibilities
The Product Designer will understand the needs of the community, viewership, and artists to design user interfaces and experiences that delight all groups, empower contributors, and enable artists to reach their fans. They will support design projects throughout the entire product development lifecycle, collaborating closely with the Lead Product Designer, Product Manager, Engineering, and other stakeholders to ship features. The role involves utilizing and expanding upon the existing design system, delivering clean and well-documented design files for engineering handoff, and thoughtfully integrating ads into the product to balance revenue generation with user experience.
Skills
Product Design
UI/UX Design
Design Systems
User Research
Mobile App Design
Web Design
Collaboration
Prototyping
Wireframing
Figma
MediaLab
Acquires and manages consumer internet brands
About MediaLab
MediaLab focuses on acquiring and managing consumer internet brands, particularly in the digital media and advertising sectors. The company operates a portfolio of popular platforms, including WorldStarHipHop, Imgur, Kik, Amino, and DatPiff, which together attract 180 million monthly users. These platforms engage users through social networking, digital mixtapes, and messaging services. MediaLab differentiates itself by leveraging its large user base to provide targeted advertising solutions, allowing brands to reach a significant portion of US internet users. The company also emphasizes partnerships with content creators, enhancing user engagement and relevance across its platforms. MediaLab's goal is to build and nurture online communities while generating revenue primarily through advertising.
Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$194.5MTotal Funding
SERIES_ACompany Stage
Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries
51-200Employees
Risks
Competition from adtech startups like Swiftly threatens MediaLab's market share.
Layoffs at Genius Media could harm MediaLab's reputation.
Integration challenges from acquiring Genius Media may affect operational efficiency.
Differentiation
MediaLab owns diverse platforms like Imgur, Kik, and WorldStarHipHop.
The company leverages a vast user base for targeted advertising solutions.
MediaLab excels in ad tech and product management, ensuring platform relevance.
Upsides
Short-form video content boosts engagement on Imgur and WorldStarHipHop.
AI-driven moderation enhances user experience on Kik and Amino.
Interactive advertising opens new revenue streams for MediaLab.
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