Full-Time

VP – Design

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AXS

AXS

201-500 employees

Global ticketing platform for events and analytics

Consulting
Consumer Software
AI & Machine Learning
Consumer Goods

Senior, Expert

Tempe, AZ, USA

Hybrid position requiring in-office presence.

Category
Product & UX/UI Design
UI/UX & Design
Required Skills
Communications
Adobe Creative Suite
Figma
Marketing
Product Design
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • BA/BS Degree (4-year) Design / Marketing / Communications
  • 10+ years in product design, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
  • Experience with user research, usability testing, and data analysis.
  • Experience with design tools such as Figma, and Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Experience designing for ticketing or e-commerce platforms.
  • A strong portfolio showcasing your design skills and experience with a focus on digital products.
  • Proven ability to lead and mentor design teams, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.
  • Deep understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Passion for live entertainment and a desire to create amazing experiences for fans and clients alike.
  • Familiarity with agile development methodologies.
Responsibilities
  • Build and Lead High-Performing Design Teams
  • Recruit, develop, and mentor a team of world-class product designers, cultivating a culture of creativity, collaboration, accountability, and innovation.
  • Foster an inclusive environment where team members feel empowered to challenge ideas, experiment with bold concepts, and grow professionally.
  • Define and Drive Product Design Vision and Strategy
  • Craft and articulate a compelling product design vision and strategy that aligns with AXS’s mission, business goals, and brand identity.
  • Advocate for user-centric design principles across the organization and champion the role of design as a strategic differentiator in driving product innovation.
  • Oversee the End-to-End Design Lifecycle
  • Establish and optimize scalable design processes that support seamless collaboration between design, product management, engineering, and other cross-functional teams.
  • Ensure the delivery of innovative, user-centered, and visually compelling designs from concept to production, meeting quality standards and deadlines.
  • Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams to Align on Goals
  • Partner with product management and engineering to balance user needs, business objectives, and technical feasibility, creating cohesive and impactful product experiences.
  • Influence and contribute to product roadmaps by advocating for designs that enhance usability, accessibility, and engagement
  • Leverage Research and Data-Driven Insights
  • Lead user research initiatives, including ethnographic studies, surveys, and usability testing, to uncover actionable insights.
  • Analyze quantitative and qualitative data to inform design decisions and continuously evaluate the success and impact of design solutions.
  • Develop and Govern Scalable Design Systems
  • Establish, maintain, and evolve robust design systems and libraries that drive visual and functional consistency across all AXS products and platforms.
  • Ensure the design system supports scalability, innovation, and accessibility standards, fostering efficiency and reducing redundancies.
  • Stay at the Forefront of Industry Trends
  • Monitor emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in product design, user experience, and digital interfaces to keep AXS at the cutting edge.
  • Identify and advocate for opportunities to incorporate new tools, methodologies, and frameworks into the design process.
  • Communicate and Inspire at All Organizational Levels
  • Present and justify design work and strategic decisions to stakeholders, including executives, partners, and clients, articulating the value of design in achieving business goals.
  • Serve as a design thought leader and evangelist within the company and in the broader design community, representing AXS at industry events and forums.

AXS is a global ticketing platform that utilizes integrated technology and analytics to power primary and resale marketplaces, offering best-in-class ticketing, marketing, and data technology for various events, from music clubs to major sporting events.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Founded

2011

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • AXS's acquisition of WRSTBND boosts its event-tech capabilities.
  • Partnerships with major venues like NEC Group expand AXS's market reach.
  • AI-driven analytics enhance personalized event recommendations, increasing user engagement.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging platforms like Dice and Eventbrite pose competitive threats to AXS.
  • Privacy concerns may arise from Apple Wallet ticket integration.
  • Integration challenges with WRSTBND could delay expected benefits.

What makes AXS unique

  • AXS offers Apple Wallet tickets, enhancing convenience for event attendees.
  • Partnership with Lyft provides integrated transportation options for live events.
  • Access Card technology improves ticket accessibility for disabled eventgoers.

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