### Who we are
Co:Create is the trusted global home for tattoo artists and their clients,
built to simplify and elevate every step of the tattoo journey. We connect
clients with handpicked, world-class tattoo artists, making it easy to
discover, book, and bring exceptional tattoos to life.
For clients, Co:Create removes the stress of unanswered messages and confusing
processes by providing a seamless booking experience with trusted artists. For
artists, we offer a curated platform to showcase their art, streamline their
bookings, and connect with clients—all without fees or unnecessary hassle.
Backed by a [$25M seed round](https://blockworks.co/news/a16z-leads-25m-raise-
for-nft-focused-cocreate-protocol) led by [a16z
crypto](https://a16zcrypto.com/) and guided by renowned tattoo artists and
industry leaders, Co:Create is redefining how the tattoo world connects. We’re
on a mission to bring great tattoos to life and create the global home for
this vibrant community.
You can learn more about our team and hiring process at
<https://team.cocreate.ink>.
### The role
As the Design Lead at Co:Create, you will drive the evolution of our design
strategy and execution, with an initial focus on delivering a new brand
identity into a cross-platform experience.
Reporting to the Chief Product officer, you will create innovative, user-
centric designs that transform how tattoo artists and clients connect with
each other.
Success in this role will be measured by your ability to deliver a cohesive,
user-friendly design across all platforms that delights our users and
establishes Co:Create as the leading tattoo marketplace.
Through exceptional design leadership and hands-on expertise, you will play a
crucial role in bridging the gap between tradition and technology, creating
lasting value for artists and clients alike.
### You’ll Get to
* Elevate UX and UI design, by spearheading the development and implementation of a comprehensive design system that seamlessly translates across web, iOS, and Android platforms.
* Ensure all designs maintain a balance between honoring tattoo traditions and leveraging cutting-edge technology.
* Drive User-Centered Design Processes, by implementing and leading design thinking methodologies to solve complex problems and create innovative solutions.
* Design and execute user research strategies to inform product decisions and validate design concepts.
* Implement and analyze user feedback mechanisms to continuously improve the product design.
* Guide and collaborate cross-functionally, by collaborating with product, engineering, and marketing team to create compelling visual narratives and value propositions for different artist and client segments.
* Identify opportunities for design innovation that set Co:Create apart from competitors in the tattoo marketplace.
### Who we are looking for
* **Passion** : A passion for tattoos.
* **Experience:** 5+ years of designing with Figma across multiple platforms such as mobile, web, iOS, Android, etc.
* **UI Experience:** Expert-level skills in visual design, layout, color theory, typography, and iconography.
* **UX Experience** : Strong ability in all aspects of UX, including research, information architecture, and usability testing
* **Product Design** : Proficient in problem definition, solution ideation, and feature prioritization; expertise in design systems
* **Design Thinking** : Skilled in empathy mapping, journey mapping, and workshop facilitation
* **Communication** : Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
* **Problem-Solving** : Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.
* **High quality bar:** This role will be a tireless advocate for our artists' and client’s experience. You should be able to demonstrate how you've maintained design quality and accessibility across screen sizes, while shipping iteratively to deliver customer value early and often.
**Bonus**
* **Universal app experience** : You've designed excellent apps that function across web, Android and iOS with a single codebase.
* **Marketplace or start-up experience** : You’ve worked at companies that have similar qualities to Co:Create.
* **Remote** : You have had success in a remote organization.
### Benefits & perks
* Fully remote team (US time-zone based employees only at this time)
* Team offsites twice a year
* Health insurance
* 401k Retirement plan
* Unlimited vacation & paid time off
* Two company-wide shut downs a year to give everyone the week off in both the summer and winter.
* $200/month in “get what you need” funds.
* Hate Monday meetings? So do we! We have a strong “no meetings” policy on Mondays.
### **How We Work**
**We care personally, and challenge directly:** We cultivate a BS-free culture
where honesty is coupled with empathy. Our team communicates with kindness and
directness, ensuring clarity and mutual respect in every interaction.
**We are humble and hungry:** We embrace a mindset of continuous learning and
scrappy innovation. Always open to new ideas and feedback, we’re hungry for
progress, relentlessly pursuing our goals with determination and
resourcefulness.
**We take ownership & accountability:** We champion proactive ownership and
outcome-based accountability. Moving beyond just participation, we focus on
impactful results, taking the initiative to identify and address opportunities
and challenges head-on.
**We are optimistic, but realistic:** We know we can be successful, but have a
healthy respect for challenges we have to overcome.
**We work with speed and intention:** When faced with a tradeoff of fast or
complete, we move fast. Though we always strive for both. Our actions are
quick but not hasty, always connected to our objectives and responsive to the
ever-evolving needs of our artists and community.
### **What We Prioritize**
**Artists ' Needs Above All:** At our core, we prioritize the welfare and
prosperity of artists. We're dedicated to innovating solutions that amplify
artists' earnings and recognition, always placing their needs at the forefront
of our endeavors.
**Community Collaboration:** We believe in the power of community. By
fostering a collaborative environment, we ensure that artists, collectors, and
community members have a voice in shaping our platform, aligning everyone’s
incentives for mutual success.
**Technology coupled with a respect for tradition:** Honoring the rich
traditions of tattoo art, we blend respect for history with a passion for
innovation and emergent technology. Our approach involves understanding the
past to skillfully craft the future, using technology to enhance and preserve
the essence of this ancient art form.
### About Co:Create
We are a woman-led company and believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive
workplace. Candidates of all protected classes are encouraged to apply and we
offer equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity,
ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or
expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status,
disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law.