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Status Pro

Status Pro

51-200 employees

Develops VR training tools for sports

Data & Analytics
VR & AR
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$80k - $90kAnnually

Junior, Mid

Remote in USA

Category
Graphic & Motion Design
UI/UX & Design
Required Skills
Communications
Adobe Creative Suite
Adobe Photoshop
Figma
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in graphic design, visual communication, or a related field.
  • Proven experience as a creative designer, preferably within the gaming or sports industry.
  • Strong portfolio showcasing a range of creative design projects, including illustrations, logos, layouts, and other relevant assets.
  • Proficiency in industry-standard design software, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Figma) or similar tools.
  • Solid understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and composition.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to present and explain design concepts effectively.
  • Strong organizational and time management abilities to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with the creative team to define visual requirements and conceptualize design ideas for marketing campaigns, websites, activations, social media posts, trailers, and other promotional materials.
  • Create and produce high-quality graphics, including illustrations, logos, layouts, and photos, that align with the brand identity of StatusPRO and its sports games.
  • Develop and evolve the brand identity for StatusPRO and all games and titles released by the studio, ensuring consistency across various platforms and mediums.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends, gaming advancements, and sports-related design to bring fresh and innovative ideas to the table.
  • Work closely with the marketing and development teams to ensure the visual elements effectively communicate the desired message and enhance user engagement.
  • Provide creative input and contribute to brainstorming sessions, collaborating with team members to generate new concepts and design solutions.
  • Maintain a high level of attention to detail in all design work, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to brand guidelines.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
  • Actively participate in design reviews and provide constructive feedback to improve the overall quality of design deliverables.
  • Collaborate with external vendors, agencies, and freelancers as needed to ensure the successful execution of design projects.

StatusPro creates virtual reality (VR) products for sports training and entertainment, with a focus on enhancing the experience for athletes and fans. Their main product, Pre Game Prep, is a training tool for NFL coaches and players that provides realistic simulations of high-level competition. Unlike competitors, StatusPro is founded by former athletes who prioritize an athlete-first perspective and has expanded into fan entertainment through sports simulations. The company's goal is to give players and coaches a strategic advantage while allowing fans to experience the excitement of professional sports.

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$25.2M

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Founded

2020

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

45%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The $20 million Series A funding led by Google Ventures provides significant capital for technological advancements and market expansion.
  • Participation in the Disney Accelerator program offers valuable mentorship and networking opportunities, potentially accelerating growth and innovation.
  • The rapid success of NFL Pro Era, with over 1 million users, demonstrates strong market demand and product viability.

What critics are saying

  • The VR market is highly competitive and rapidly evolving, requiring continuous innovation to maintain a competitive edge.
  • Dependence on high-profile partnerships, such as with the NFL, could pose risks if these relationships were to change or dissolve.

What makes Status Pro unique

  • StatusPro leverages the unique insights of its founders, former professional athletes, to create highly realistic and immersive VR training tools, unlike competitors who may lack this insider perspective.
  • The company's strategic partnership with the NFL to develop the first NFL-licensed VR simulation gaming title sets it apart from other VR startups.
  • StatusPro's dual focus on both professional sports training and fan entertainment diversifies its market reach and revenue streams, unlike competitors who may focus on just one area.