Product Designer

About NewsBreak

NewsBreak is redefining the way users interact with local news and their communities. By bridging local users, local content creators, and local businesses, our mission is to foster safer, more vibrant, and authentically connected lives. Through robust collaborations with thousands of local publishers and businesses across the nation, NewsBreak is revolutionizing how a new wave of readers access and engage with essential, locally sourced content & information.

Since our inception in 2015, our trajectory has been nothing short of remarkable. We proudly stand as the nation’s premier local news app.

As a Series-C unicorn startup, our headquarter nestles in the tech hub of Mountain View, California, with other offices in New York City and Seattle. For more information, visit www.newsbreak.com/about

Location: Mountain View, CA (onsite 4 days in office is required)

About The Role

We are seeking a talented and motivated Designer to join our dynamic Ads team. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create visually striking and compelling ad designs that drive engagement and conversions. You will work closely with the Ads team to conceptualize, execute, and iterate on ad creatives across various digital platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative ad designs, including static, animated, and interactive formats, that align with brand guidelines and campaign objectives.
• Translate creative briefs and client requirements into cohesive and visually appealing ad designs.
• Collaborate with the Ads team to ideate and conceptualize new ad concepts and design approaches.
• Assist in the production and optimization of ad assets, ensuring they meet technical specifications and platform requirements.
• Participate in design reviews, incorporate feedback, and iterate on designs to continuously improve performance.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest design trends, tools, and best practices in the digital advertising landscape.
• Contribute to the team's design knowledge-sharing and continuous improvement efforts.
  
  

Requirements

• 3 years of experience in B2B product design, with a focus on digital advertising or marketing.
• Strong proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Familiarity with interactive design tools and animation software (e.g., After Effects, Figma, Canva).
• Excellent visual design skills, with a keen eye for typography, color, and composition.
• Ability to translate creative concepts and requirements into visually compelling ad designs.
• Understanding of digital advertising formats, specifications, and best practices.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.
• Passion for staying informed about industry trends and continually expanding design knowledge.
• A portfolio showcasing your design work and creative problem-solving abilities.
  
  

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits package:

• Health, dental, and vision care for you and your family
• Top-tier 401(K) plan with company matching
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• FSA and commuter benefits programs
• Team activity budget
  
  

The US base salary range for this full-time position is listed below. Pay may vary based on a number of factors including job-related skills, level, experience, geographic location and relevant education or training. At NewsBreak, we design our overall rewards package to attract top talents. Depending on the position, the role may also be eligible for discretionary bonus and options. Your recruiter can share more details during the hiring process.

Annual Base Pay Range

$105,000—$140,000 USD

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