Designer at Favorited in Santa Monica, CA

DESIGNER Location: Santa Monica, CA About favorited At favorited, we believe that digital communities should be more than just spaces to watch content. Our platform is a place to connect, engage, and play, and empowers creators by enhancing audience participation and fostering deeper connections. Our work culture is intense and isn’t for everyone. But, if you’re a self-starter eager to shape the future of social interaction with a team that holds itself to the highest standards, this is the place for you. We value open, yet respectful communication and real-time feedback to help each other grow quickly. If you’re passionate about gaming and have a knack for gamifying everyday life, you’ll thrive in our fast-moving, collaborative environment. About the Role We are seeking a Designer with deep experience in social, mobile, or games. In this role, you will lead end-to-end design for both creator and audience experiences across social features. You’ll design intuitive and engaging experiences that make our real-time interactive platform rewarding for both users and creators. Responsibilities • Lead the design of user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity visuals for a gamified live streaming experience. • Design and refine gamified social features of our creators and users. • Collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and game designers to translate ideas into intuitive, engaging interfaces. • Champion user-centered design principles across the product, ensuring clarity, usability, and delight at every touchpoint. • Leverage design thinking philosophies to conduct user research, usability testing, and incorporate feedback into rapid design iterations. • Anticipate how design decisions will scale in live service environments with frequent content updates and evolving features. • Advocate for cohesive visual design standards and UI/UX best practices across the platform. What We’re Looking For • 3-5 years of design experience, with at least 3 years in social, mobile, or games. • Proven track record designing for social features. • Strong portfolio demonstrating end-to-end design execution from concept through production. • Deep passion for gaming, live streaming, and real-time interactive online experiences. • Proficiency with industry-standard design tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite). • Experience collaborating in cross-functional teams with product, design, and engineering. • Strong communication skills, with an ability to give and receive feedback openly and constructively. • Product design and design thinking experience (beyond games) is a strong plus. Salary & Benefits Compensation: $105k – $140k base salary + options Benefits Include: • Unlimited PTO & paid company holidays. • 401(k) plan with company matching to invest in your future. • Comprehensive health insurance to support your well-being. • Stipends for learning, fitness, and books. • Competitive salary that values your expertise and contributions. Where You’ll Work: This is a full-time on-site position in Santa Monica.