Design Manager

About us:

Outliant is a fully-remote, US-based, digital product development and startup consulting company, with a team of culturally diverse creators whose exceptional skills and talents help conceive seamless digital products. Our teams exhibit work-play energy that supports individual growth, as well as encourages the freedom of creativity and “thinking outside the box.”

Our Core Values:

• Pursuit of Excellence: We are extremely competitive, ambitious, and driven to be exceptional – as individuals, teams, and as an organization. There is no standard high enough and we will never settle. We aspire to attract, retain, and empower the very best people.

• Startup Mentality: Outliant began with 5 startup founders, and startup culture is deep in our DNA. It’s a critical advantage that allows us to move faster, be more resourceful, and empower our team at all levels. We are in the early chapters of our journey.

• World-Class Remote Collaboration: Outliant is (and always has been) a 100% remote company – we have no offices, and our teams are distributed around the world. Given the freedom and autonomy this provides, we require that our people excel in this remote structure.

About the role:

We are seeking a talented and experienced Design Operations Manager to join our team. As a Design Operations Manager, you will play a crucial role in streamlining and optimizing design processes within our organization. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient and effective design workflow, and oversee the successful execution of design projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in design operations, project management, and a passion for creating exceptional design experiences.

Responsibilities:

• Foster collaboration between design, marketing, product development, and sales to create a streamlined design process that ensures consistent, high-quality outcomes.

• Partner with the sales team to strategically allocate resources and plan for potential team expansion based on future sales growth.

• Elevating design value across the organization: championing design thinking through communication, education (workshops, discussions), and promoting best practices to foster collaboration and integrate design principles into all teams.

• Lead engaging team meetings (stand-ups, discussions) for clear communication, knowledge sharing, and swift problem-solving while managing PTO requests and tracking availability to ensure smooth workflows and meeting project deadlines consistently.

• Proactively manage project schedules and resources to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality design assets.

• Identify and address design challenges and team roadblocks to ensure smooth project execution and timely delivery.

• Facilitate regular design reviews to ensure designs meet high-quality standards and align with established guidelines.

• Provide guidance and mentorship to designers, fostering their professional growth and development.

Requirements: 

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in design operations, project management, or a similar role.

• Strong knowledge of design processes and methodologies.

• Proficient in project management tools and software.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality work.

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