Principal Designer, Otherlife
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 30, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 27, 2026.
About the Position
The Principal Designer is a senior individual contributor who takes on Otherlife’s highest-profile, highest-priority projects. Reporting to Executive Creative Director Nick Ace, you will lead concepting, design, and execution hands-on across brand, product, AI video, and GTM work, setting the standard for craft and quality through the work itself.
This is not a people-management role. You will mentor and support designers through design reviews, feedback, and guidance on 1-2 team members, but most of your time goes to doing the work.
Key Responsibilities
Own top-priority MoonPay and Partner projects end to end, from concept through delivery.
Lead creative for key launches and GTM campaigns, contributing original ideas and hands-on design.
Work across brand, product, motion, and AI video to deliver cohesive, multi-disciplinary work.
Partner with the Executive Creative Director to uphold Otherlife’s design standards and visual identity.
Mentor designers through design reviews, feedback, and guidance.
Collaborate with project managers, strategists, and developers for efficient delivery.
Present creative work to stakeholders, clients, and partners.
Stay current on design trends, tools, and AI workflows, and bring them into the team’s process.
Required Skills & Experience
7+ years of professional design experience, ideally in a creative or digital agency, with a strong portfolio of high-profile work.
Experience working within web3, blockchain, fintech, AI or emerging tech companies.
Proven ability to lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects as a hands-on contributor.
Experience creating broadcast-quality advertisements using AI-driven design tools and traditional methods.
Strong command of branding, digital design, UX/UI, motion, and visual storytelling.
Experience with design systems and scalable visual frameworks.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain creative rationale to stakeholders and clients.
Strong organization and attention to detail under tight deadlines.
Proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite, plus familiarity with WebGL, GSAP, or Three.js.
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Graphic Design, Digital Media, or a related field.
Nice to Have
Experience developing AI-driven automation for creative automation.
3D and motion tools (After Effects, Cinema 4D, Blender).
Informal mentorship or team-lead experience.
Familiarity with agile, cross-functional workflows across design, engineering, and strategy.
Otherlife Perks
Competitive salary based on experience, market data, and location.
Share options.
Health & dental benefits.
Access to exclusive industry events.
New York Salary Bandings: $358,000 - $367,500 USD