We are seeking an experienced Recruiter with a strong eye for design and a refined sense of visual taste. This role focuses on identifying, evaluating, and preparing design talent for active and upcoming projects. You will work closely in-house with internal teams to understand the needs of each project and ensure candidates in the pipeline are aligned, informed, and ready to engage.

Talent Sourcing & Pipeline Development

• Identify and engage high-quality design talent across disciplines including product design, UX/UI, visual design, and creative leadership.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of designers across global markets.
• Develop an understanding of available talent pools, regional strengths, and emerging design communities.
  

Portfolio Review & Candidate Evaluation

• Review and evaluate designer portfolios with a strong eye for craft, creativity, and visual taste.
• Assess candidates’ design process, problem-solving ability, and overall quality of work.
• Conduct candidate conversations focused on experience, skills, and design thinking.
  

Candidate Preparation & Project Alignment

• Prepare candidates in the pipeline for upcoming opportunities by setting expectations and clarifying project scope.
• Develop a deep understanding of the needs, timelines, and requirements of each project.
• Match candidates to projects based on skills, experience, availability, and design sensibility.
• Ensure candidates are informed, engaged, and ready to move forward when projects activate.
  

Market Knowledge & Insight

• Stay current on global design trends, compensation expectations, and talent availability.
• Understand the dynamics of US startup environments and how design teams operate within them.
• Provide insights on talent quality, market conditions, and candidate readiness.

Design Experience (Required)

• 4+ years of experience working with design or creative talent in a recruiting, sourcing, or talent-matching capacity.
• Strong ability to evaluate design portfolios and articulate feedback on quality and craft.
• Clear understanding of design fundamentals, workflows, and creative disciplines.
• Demonstrated visual taste and judgment aligned with high-quality design standards.

Skills & Attributes

• Experience working across global design markets and international talent pools.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly prepare and guide candidates.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple candidates and projects simultaneously.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced startup environments.
• Thoughtful, detail-oriented, and proactive in managing talent readiness.