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July Hiring Insights 💡 Are you a design wizard with a keen eye for detail? Do you live and breathe creativity, transforming ideas into stunning visuals? Before you hit that apply button, let's talk about the little details...I've been receiving some amazing applications lately, but a few important details seem to be getting lost in translation. So, let's clear things up:  🔍 Full-time or part-time?  🏢 Remote or office-based?  📝 Contractual or permanent? These aren’t just minor details—they’re crucial pieces of the puzzle! Before you apply, double-check the job requirements and ensure it’s the perfect fit for you. After all, attention to detail is what makes great designers stand out! Remember, the devil is in the details... and so is the job offer! 😉 😎 #hiringinsights #UXTeam #UXthings #Designrecruiter #UXHirings #Hiringdeeds #HRthings #designers #UX #UI #UXTeamConnect

Hiring a good product designer is a real challenge. If you're not a designer yourself, how are you supposed to judge one? You might be asking yourself: Should I consider their years in the industry? Does a beautiful portfolio guarantee the right fit? Can I even trust these criteria? I get it. Even at Eleken Design Agency, it took us years and dozens of designers to refine our own hiring process. Today, I'm here to share all that experience with you. So, join me as we dig into the criteria that startups often rely on when hiring a designer – the good, the bad, and the not-so-obvious. #eleken #elekenyoutube #uxdesign #hiredesigner #hiredesigner 

Hiring good designers is hard 🤨 Here are 5 things I look for when hiring designers: Will you ever find a designer you can trust? So many things can go wrong... 🔴 How do I read design portfolios? 🔴 How much do I pay them? 🔴 How can I make sure they are good? After reviewing over 400 design applications in the last 2 years, here's what I'm looking for: ✅ Great presentation skills, mainly as a portfolio ✅ The applicant asks questions about the product/service ✅ Great writing skills, especially in the application email or message ✅ Transparent pricing/salary expectations (they know their worth) ✅ Culture fit, familiarity with remote & async work (essential at Grauberg) What else should founders look out for when hiring designers? #hiring #uxdesign

Companies trying to hire design the same as other roles, Which is wrong. Here is why. In today’s competitive landscape, hiring the right talent is crucial. But here’s a truth bomb: hiring for design roles shouldn’t be approached the same way as other roles. Here’s why: 1. Creativity Over Credentials: While degrees and certificates can be important, a designer's portfolio speaks louder. Look for creativity, problem-solving skills, and a unique style. 2. Diverse Skills and Thinking: Design isn't just about aesthetics. It’s about understanding user experience, psychology, and sometimes even coding. A designer’s toolkit is vast and varied. 3. Cultural Fit Matters More: Designers often work across multiple teams, translating complex ideas into visuals. I think it's important that they fit into your company culture and can communicate effectively. 4. Iterative and Agile Mindset: The design process is iterative. A great designer thrives on feedback and constantly evolves. Look for someone who’s flexible and welcomeschange. 5. Showcase, Don’t Just Tell: Instead of traditional interviews, consider design challenges or collaborative projects. This gives you a real sense of how they think, solve problems, and work under pressure. 6. Value of Personal Projects: Personal projects and side hustles can be a goldmine for assessing passion and creativity. Don’t underestimate these in your evaluation. 7. Communication is Key: Designers need to convey their ideas clearly and justify their choices. Assess their ability to articulate design decisions during the hiring process. Remember, a star designer can transform your brand, product, and user experience. So, rethink these hiring strategies and find the creative minds that will drive innovation forward! #DesignThinking #Hiring #TalentAcquisition #CreativeMinds #Innovation #CompanyCulture

Calling all creative minds! Our latest blog delves into the skills that define project success in the digital age. Learn how to build a dream digital & creative team for your projects. #creativetalent #digitaltalent #projectsuccess #hiringtips

Sharing a new addition to Open Design Docs: 🎉Job Descriptions for recruiting! 🎉 https://lnkd.in/gHE6z3Qt These comprehensive, ready-to-use JDs, are written utilizing the Level Competencies, to streamline your hiring process and ensure you attract the right design talent for your team. 📋 Easy-to-use templates to simplify design recruitment. 🛠️ Includes: ux design, writing, research, design ops and key creative roles Check them out and let me know your thoughts! #DesignLeadership #Hiring #OpenDesignDocs

Design leaders will tell junior designers that design tools don't make you a designer. This is true, but that doesn't mean they aren't important. Right now companies are so focused on achieving their next quarter return on investments that they want people they can slot into their workplace with as little start up as possible. This is a major factor in the under investment in entry level positions. If a company is interviewing two designers, the one that has experience with the tools their team uses is going to have a huge advantage. The better designer may not get the job. Design leaders dismissal of design tools and their perceived value in the hiring process feels like a disconnection from the early career experience. We should push for a focus on core design skills in hiring instead of worrying about design tools. #design #userExperience #UX #hiring #hiringDesigners #recruitment Text from image: "Design tools don't make you a designer, but they will help get you hired."

Exciting April/May updates for Teamtown: - Added 7 new client logos, all perfectly within our new ICP that we defined last year - 5 of those were from organic search, something we’ve been working towards for quite some time. 1 from a referral. 🎉 - Collected a wonderful case study from our friends at Built - strong 2024 with their team so far! - Churn is at an all time low, and only from our old plans and old ICP. LTV is way up. - Onboarded a very talented Lead Designer & currently hiring for a Content Strategist 👎 Biggest pain atm: hiring. Finding top-notch design talent is no joke, but it’s at the core of what we do. And we’re getting better at it. Much better. After a tough 2022, it’s exciting to see the changes we made in 2023 now creating positive outcomes in 2024. New problems to solve, new goals to hit. 🫡

📢 📢📢 Hello folks, We at Lettre.app are on the verge of crossing 500 organic downloads and it’s the perfect time to gear up for our next phase! We're bootstrapped, bustling, and building something big. Now, we're on the hunt for a visionary Art Director to bring their magic to our team. 📍 Some disclaimers before you read ahead any further: *Equity Alert! THIS ROLE IS COMPENSATED THROUGH EQUITY -- Here’s the scoop: Cash is a little tight, but our dreams aren't small. We're offering a slice of our future through equity. We believe in rewarding talent with what truly matters – ownership and a chance to shape our collective destiny. Actually, it was just that one^ disclaimer With that out of the way, let’s get to it-- A) What You Need to Bring to the Table: - Non-negotiable: A keen understanding of Apple Human Interface Guidelines. We're all about that intuitive, user-friendly design. B) Would Be Awesome If You Have: - A knack for animation - we love all art styles as long as you bring consistency. - A flair for marketing, be it through social media, PR, or any creative outreach media. C) You'll Jump the Queue If You: - Boast UX/UI prowess – we want to see those portfolios! - Have a background in web-comics, from ideation to publication. - Are familiar with the video game development scene. This isn't just another job. It's a call to learn and grow with us, with opportunities to make mistakes and own successes; both of which are character building. At lettre, you're a partner in innovation. If you're ready to be part of a team that values creativity, passion, and a drive to redefine the digital landscape, we want to hear from you. Email me at Atik@cheethee.com with your art on a napkin if you want to. You will fit right in as long as you like to “f**k around and find out” Cheers! 💌 #hiring #artdirector #lettre #techenthusiast