Job Description
Job Description
ABOUT GOODR
We create and sell active eyewear for anyone. No Slip. No Bounce. All Polarized. All Fun. Interested in joining our team? Keep reading.
OUR VALUES : We have two core values : Fun & Authenticity.
- FUN = Being sh
- tty isn't fun. Agreed? Taking pride in your work, finding joy in being GREAT, and celebrating wins… and losses. Now, that's fun!
- AUTHENTICITY = Focusing on being authentic over being liked. (Next-level guru stuff. Count it.)
Fun Fact : We do not allow email to be sent internally. Carrier pigeons only. JK, we use Slack.
LEADERSHIP : We expect our leaders to be guiding lights for their teams. To support that, we provide leadership courses to sharpen their leadership abilities, including an in-house leadership coach.
AUTONOMY : We practice autonomy, empowerment, and accountability so that every team member can be in control of their own life.
HYBRID WORKING : This role is required to be in our Inglewood office every Tuesday and Thursday with the occasional third day thrown in.PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT : We have an all-company learning program so that we're constantly leveling up our skills.SUSTAINABILITY : We think Earth's pretty rad. That's why we take action wherever possible to limit our impact on the planet.
1% FOR THE PLANET MEMBER : 1% of goodr's annual sales go directly to environmental organizations.CARBON NEUTRAL : In 2019, goodr became a 100% carbon neutral company.Fun Fact : goodr celebrates every Earth Day by releasing limited-edition sunglasses with frames made from 100% recycled materials—and the packaging is 100% sustainable, too!
ABOUT THE ROLE
Ever dream of wrangling fonts, colors, and your fellow designers without being a total jerk about it? As our Design Manager, you'll lead a tiny but mighty team of pixel-slingers while making sure our visuals don't look like a MySpace page from 2007. You'll juggle launches, campaigns, and the occasional existential brand crisis—all with impeccable kerning and a suspiciously large collection of Pantone swatches.
Think of yourself as the Gandalf of goodr's creative realm : guiding, mentoring, and occasionally shouting "YOU SHALL NOT PASS" at bad design. If you can build a high-performing team and explain why Comic Sans is a crime against humanity, we want you. Bonus points if you've ever cried over packaging.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead by example by consistently living into goodr's values of Fun and AuthenticityBe a culture carrier by leaning into our three fundamentals of communication, professionalism, and visionHold monthly one-on-ones with each team member to build upon their role duties and hold everyone accountableAsk clear questions, increase everyone's knowledge, and empower the team so that we can get the best out of every person in your departmentGive consistent, continuous feedback and challenge your flock to perpetually grow so they become the best version of themselvesOwn your team's budget and ensure its accuracyUse imagination and wisdom to set team goals and communicate them clearlyChallenge the status quo ALWAYS. The phrase "this is how we've always done it" is banned here at goodr, so don't be afraid to push out of your comfort zone and encourage your team to do the sameROLE SPECIFIC
Lead, mentor, and develop a small team of graphic designers while building a collaborative, high-performing creative cultureOwn creative execution and provide hands-on direction, from concept through delivery, ensuring assets are on-brand, high-quality, and strategically alignedTranslate creative briefs into clear plans, balancing priorities, timelines, and resource allocationDesign and oversee visual asset creation across packaging, digital campaigns, retail displays, and marketing collateral, contributing hands-on to key launches and product storytellingPartner closely with the Creative Director and cross-functional teams (Marketing, Product, Ecommerce, Retail) to align creative solutions with business goals and brand strategyMaintain and evolve brand identity systems, templates, and brand asset libraries, ensuring consistency, accessibility, and fresh visual expression across all touchpointsCollaborate with project managers to manage timelines, capacity planning, and workflow visibilityManage relationships with external designers, vendors, and freelancers, ensuring quality and consistency across all deliverablesTrack creative performance metrics and continuously refine visual strategy based on engagement and brand impactContribute to annual brand and campaign planning, bringing design insights and executional perspectiveThis role is in the Design team and will report directly to the Creative DirectorPerform other related duties as assignedABOUT THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
May or may not have a degree...we don't care (bonus points for Basset Hound Science or Dinosaur Law)5+ years of graphic or visual design experience, preferably in a consumer product, fashion, or lifestyle brand1+ years of experience in a lead or supervisory roleStrong portfolio showing multi-channel campaigns, marketing assets, and brand storytellingProficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Figma, and asset management tools is a MUSTSkilled in prioritization, delegation, and cross-functional communicationStrong communicator who is great at getting and giving feedbackExperience in product packaging, retail design, or motion graphics is a PLUSExperience translating brand strategy into visuals that connect emotionally and commerciallyStrong understanding of creative operations, timelines, and cross-functional collaborationAsks a lot of questionsKnowledge of print and digital design best practicesDependable with the willingness to take the initiative to work collaboratively and with a sense of urgencyLoves the work more than a paycheckThinks designing and creating is funIs happy to give away credit to their teamIs into personal growthThinks Fun is being great (not partying)Is proactive and an independent problem solver! (Can you google a question?)WHAT YOU GET
A role at a company that is going to the moonThe opportunity to show up every day and have funThe ability to learn and grow as a personPaid vacation (we encourage you to take time off!)Flexible work environment (want to go for a run at 11am on Wednesday, go for it!)Paycheck... obviously. Salary range : $115K - $125K, final number dependent on experienceMedical, Dental, and Vision benefits401(K) with company matchingFinancial Wellness CounselingSunglasses. Duh.No Visa Sponsorship is available for this position.NEXT STEPS
Here's what we expect the hiring process for this role to be, should all go well with your candidacy. This entire process is expected to take 8 weeks to complete and you'd be expected to start on a specific date.
1. Application
2. Fill out a form with basic questions
3. 35 minute introductory interview with HR team member
4. 90 minute virtual interview with peers and manager
5. Final assignment and presentation
6. Offer!
TO GET THE PROCESS STARTED, REVIEW & SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING :
Review goodr's Applicant Privacy Policy. By submitting an application to goodr, you are confirming that you have read the Applicant Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. (Because nothing says "fun" like reading legal documents!)ResumeCover letter showing your personality. Seriously. No boring corporate speak allowed.Link(s) to your website and / or portfolioA drawing of an octopus fighting a pirate (not joking)We accept submissions using accessibility tools.#LI-Hybrid
