Full-Time
Visual & Motion Designer
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Niantic
501-1,000 employees
Develops augmented reality games and experiences
Compensation Overview
$55 - $90Hourly
Junior, Mid
No H1B Sponsorship
Bellevue, WA, USA
Hybrid work environment; specific in-office days not mentioned.
You match the following Niantic's candidate preferences
Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:
- 2+ years professional experience in visual and motion design.
- 2+ years professional experience working on high-quality projects with engineers, product management, and UX.
- Strong portfolio showcasing 2D and 3D design experience.
- Ability to convey spatial concepts to diverse audiences.
- Capable of managing multiple projects with acute attention to detail.
- Proficient in typography, layout, and color.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced hybrid environment and handle stress appropriately and/or ability to solve practical problems and be sufficiently adaptable to handle dynamic situations with little advance notice.
- Experience working on cross-functional teams with ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal communications, including asynchronous interactions with others.
- Passionate about augmented reality and its potential!
- Design visually compelling concepts, wireframes, mockups, specs, and final designs to convey UX flows, motion design, and spatial computing concepts in Niantic’s visual style.
- Iterate on designs based on research study outcomes, product goals, and feedback from key collaborators and leadership.
- Collaborate with product managers and engineers to provide visual art and motion design support on high-impact AR projects.
- Work closely with engineers to through production to ensure designs as implemented as intended.
- Develop and maintain a consistent visual style across all projects.
- Professional experience includes production design for mobile (including mobile AR), spatial design, and/or virtual or augmented reality headsets.
- Professional experience working on spatial design projects from concept through launch.
- Proficiency in end-to-end user experience design or prototyping.
Niantic creates augmented reality (AR) experiences that combine the digital and real worlds, encouraging users to explore and interact with their environment. Their popular AR games, such as Pokémon GO and Ingress, engage millions of players globally by promoting outdoor activity and social interaction. The company generates revenue through in-app purchases, partnerships with local businesses, and branded merchandise. Niantic's Lightship platform serves as a powerful AR engine, enabling both their games and other developers to create immersive applications. The goal of Niantic is to enhance real-world experiences through technology, fostering a sense of community and exploration among users.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
Series D
Total Funding
$753.1M
Headquarters
San Francisco, California
Founded
2011
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Increased interest in geospatial AI enhances Niantic's AR capabilities and user experience.
- Growing popularity of WebXR applications opens new avenues for immersive AR experiences.
- Potential sale to Scopely Inc. could provide capital for further AR technology investment.
What critics are saying
- Sale to Scopely Inc. may raise ethical concerns among players and affect brand reputation.
- Pause in Wayfarer AI updates may lead to user dissatisfaction and reduced engagement.
- Privacy concerns may arise from Niantic's use of crowd-sourced data for geospatial modeling.
What makes Niantic unique
- Niantic excels in creating AR games that blend virtual and real-world experiences.
- Their flagship platform, Lightship, supports large-scale user interactions and shared experiences.
- Niantic's games encourage outdoor activity and social interaction, setting them apart from competitors.
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Benefits
Hybrid Work Options
Company Equity
Flexible Work Hours
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
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↓ -1%2 year growth
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