Design Jobs in Web3

About Socket

Socket is the first chain abstraction protocol. Socket was founded in 2021 with the mission to solve increasing fragmentation between rollups and chains.

Over the last 2 years, Socket has facilitated over $11bn in volumes. Socket is leveraged by the top protocols & applications in the space like Metamask, Coinbase, Rainbow Wallet, Zapper, Zerion, OpenSea, Aevo, Matcha & more.

Socket is looking for a Brand & Design Lead to elevate Socket’s brand and presence.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all aspects of Socket’s brand and visual design, ensuring a cohesive and appealing aesthetic that resonates with the crypto and web3 communities..
• Collaborate with the team to set brand direction and create designs across web, product, motion, print, and social media
• Have a strong influence on Socket’s story, actively contributing to its foundational brand voice and visual identity.
• Oversee complete brand and marketing projects, from start to finish, including product launches and campaigns, with a focus on developing a respected brand identity.
• Capture groundbreaking technical concepts and creatively translate them into relatable and clear visual pieces.
• Stay current with design trends in crypto and digital spaces, providing fresh perspectives on visual storytelling and brand development.

Required Experience

• Passionate about the web3 industry, its culture, aesthetics, and brands, with a proven track record in managing end-to-end design processes for brand and marketing launches, including significant contributions to design guidelines and systems.
• Over 5 years of expertise in visual and motion graphics, specializing in creating dynamic visuals that enhance storytelling and drive user engagement.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, particularly Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. Familiarity with emerging design tools and software.
• Skilled in simplifying and effectively communicating technical or complex concepts through innovative design solutions.
• Proactive and self-directed, thriving independently in dynamic work environments while taking full ownership of projects.
• Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills, fostering effective teamwork and collaboration.

Nice to have:

• Proficiency in Adobe After Effects, WordPress, or Webflow is a plus.
• Familiarity with 3D software is preferred.

What you'll like about us:

• We have real scale - our product reaches millions of people in crypto and our users love us
• No micromanagement bullshit. We trust each other and empower employees to make decisions autonomously.
• We are a team of builders- we’re always shipping
• Good vibes - we are all team players that only want the best for each other and the company.
• Remote Friendly - Enjoy the flexibility of remote work.