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Principal Designer - Branding and Digital Design

Cohere

Cohere

Design
United States
Posted on Wednesday, January 3, 2024
Who are we?
Our mission is to scale intelligence to serve humanity. We’re training and deploying frontier models for developers and enterprises who are building AI systems to power magical experiences like content generation, semantic search, RAG, and agents. We believe that our work is instrumental to the widespread adoption of AI.
We obsess over what we build. Each one of us is responsible for contributing to increasing the capabilities of our models and the value they drive for our customers. We like to work hard and move fast to do what’s best for our customers.
Cohere is a team of researchers, engineers, designers, and more, who are passionate about their craft. Each person is one of the best in the world at what they do. We believe that a diverse range of perspectives is a requirement for building great products.
Join us on our mission and shape the future!
About Us:
Cohere is a dynamic and innovative AI company committed to building the world’s best LLMs for Enterprise. As a leader in our field, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Designer to join our creative team. This individual will play a crucial role in shaping and elevating our brand identity, design system, and digital presence.
Position Overview:
We are looking for a seasoned Principal Designer with 10-12 years of extensive experience in branding and digital design. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in both agency and in-house settings, specifically with a focus on B2B products. This role demands a creative systems-oriented thinker and capable of leading the charge in developing and maintaining a cohesive brand and design system that is contextually appropriate across all touchpoints (web, marketing materials and product design).
Responsibilities:
Brand Identity and Design System:
- Develop and evolve the overall brand identity, ensuring alignment with company values and goals.
- Lead the creation and management of a comprehensive design system to maintain brand consistency across all platforms.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate brand elements into product design and marketing materials as well as one-off communication needs
Website Redesign and Maintenance:
- Oversee the redesign and optimization of the company website for enhanced user experience and visual appeal.
- Ensure the website aligns with brand guidelines and effectively communicates the company's value proposition.
- Implement SEO best practices and stay updated on the latest digital design trends to enhance website performance.
Team Mentorship and Collaboration:
- Openness to mentoring designers, fostering a collaborative and creative work environment.
- Collaborate closely with marketing, product design, engineering and other departments to ensure cohesive brand representation across all channels.
Digital Focus:
-Drive digital-first design thinking, ensuring that all design initiatives are optimized for online platforms.
-Stay abreast of emerging technologies and design trends, integrating innovative solutions into digital strategies.
-Stay abreast of emerging technologies and design trends, integrating innovative solutions into digital strategies.
Qualifications:
Experience:
- 10-12 years of professional experience in branding and digital design.
- Proven track record of successful projects in both agency and in-house environments.
- Demonstrated expertise in B2B product design.
Skills:
- Proficient in industry-standard design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Figma).
- Strong understanding of web design principles, user experience (UX), and user interface (UI) design.
- Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
- Strong interest in the technology that drives Artificial Intelligence
Education:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.
If some of the above doesn’t line up perfectly with your experience, we still encourage you to apply! If you consider yourself a thoughtful worker, a lifelong learner, and a kind and playful team member, Cohere is the place for you.
We value and celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive work environment for all. We welcome applicants of all kinds and are committed to providing an equal opportunity process. Cohere provides accessibility accommodations during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Our Perks:
🤝 An open and inclusive culture and work environment
🧑‍💻 Work closely with a team on the cutting edge of AI research
🍽 Weekly lunch stipend, in-office lunches & snacks
🦷 Full health and dental benefits, including a separate budget to take care of your mental health
🐣 100% Parental Leave top-up for 6 months for employees based in Canada, the US, and the UK
🎨 Personal enrichment benefits towards arts and culture, fitness and well-being, quality time, and workspace improvement
🏙 Remote-flexible, offices in Toronto, Palo Alto, San-Francisco and London and co-working stipend
✈️ 6 weeks of vacation
Note: This post is co-authored by both Cohere humans and Cohere technology.