We’re looking for a unicorn (senior designer) to join our team

This role involves delivering world-class, conceptual design to a variety of international and local Web3 clients.

And trying not to take it all too seriously

The details

You are:

  • Able to think for yourself and can function with ambiguity

  • Happy to take a project from brief to concept, to presentation to client

  • Happy with being a team player

  • Capable of surviving periods of high pressure without melting down

  • In possession of an attitude that is positive and proactive

  • Proud of your talent and willing to apply it

  • Have worked in the industry for six years or more

  • Insatiably curious

  • In possession of at least a Bachelor's Degree in Design (unless your design is beyond comparison, in which case we can talk about it)

Your primary responsibilities:

  • Development of creative treatments and strategy

  • Development of logos and visual identity systems

  • General graphic design, layout and typography

  • Putting together compelling presentations of your design and strategic thinking (you are able to clearly articulate your ideas)

  • Client interactions, face to face, written and via Zoom

  • Pitching for new work

  • Participating in project management

  • Contribution to Nicework marketing in the form of content development, the blog and social media

Secondary duties:

  • Managing junior designers, interns and external resources

  • Proactively identifying revenue opportunities

  • Quality control of work output

  • Other duties as defined by management

Bonus points:

  • Has experience in website creation via SquareSpace, WordPress, etc.

  • Can do basic video editing

  • Understands animation and broadcast design

  • Own large tracts of land we can vacation to

Functional competencies:

  • Strong time-management and organisational skills

  • Strong written and verbal communication

  • You can use Creative Suite as well as your toothbrush

  • Ability to meet tight deadlines and turn-around

Be aware:

Sometimes the hours are long but not ‘long’ like most other agencies where they like to squeeze all the creative life from you. Just that, occasionally, you’ll need to put in some extra hours.

Why Nicework?

Nicework is a great place to work. You will grow, learn and have fun doing it.

It’s not for everyone but you are not just anyone, now are you?

Also, doughnuts >

  • We work primarily for Web3 and Metaverse clients – you will be learning new things every day

  • We actively invest in learning at Nicework 

  • We have an unlimited leave structure

  • Personal coach every month

  • We work on our own brands, with both medium to large companies and big corporates across a variety of industries

  • You’ll be part of a dynamic growing team

Nice Values

Before applying for this job, know that you need to demonstrate the following characteristics or traits. We interview for these, so don’t take them lightly

Seek Clarity

You Seek Clarity - You’re able to take confusing, disparate or incomplete information and wrestle it to the point where anyone can understand it. You’re able to communicate a message clearly and effectively, working to uncover the underlying problem and find the best solution to it.

Collaborative and Inclusive

You’re Collaborative and Inclusive - You work well with a team. You are able to include the client in the journey to achieve the best results for all.

Keep it Light

You can Keep it Light - You’re able to see the funny side of situations and laugh at yourself You approach challenges with the assumption that they can be solved, and keep a healthy perspective about the work that you do. Our clients and the team delight in working with you.

Entrepreneurial Spirit

You’ve got Entrepreneurial Spirit - this means you don’t accept the status quo, and actively seek a better answer. You take the initiative, and put care into the work you do, understanding that projects don’t always run in a straight line. You are able to adapt and persevere when necessary.

Curious to the Core

You’re Curious to the Core - always willing to learn, to do the research, and to ask questions to clarify. You’re uncynical in your approach and will explore to find the best solution.

Made it Better

You Made it Better - a project is better off because you are involved. We will push you if it means improving the outcome of a project.

How to apply:

If this sounds like the shizzle, please click the button below and fill in the form

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