Product Designer (Contract to Hire)

About Passes

Passes is a creator commerce and monetization platform that empowers creators to turn their audiences into sustainable businesses. We provide a flexible suite of tools — financial services, audience insights, direct fan access, and instant payouts — designed to help creators own and grow their brands on their terms. From athletes to beauty experts, creators use Passes to deepen fan relationships, unlock recurring revenue, and gain true ownership of their business.

Position Overview

We’re looking for a motivated, data-minded and detail-oriented Product Designer (Contract-to-Hire). This is a full-time, 3-month contract-to-hire role. You’ll play a crucial role in creating intuitive, engaging, and visually stunning user experiences for our Passes products. This role requires a strong understanding of user-centered design principles, a passion for innovation, and the ability to collaborate across departments to deliver exceptional products.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end design process, from initial research and ideation to final implementation and iteration.
• Own and lead innovative, large-scope projects, designing and iterating on mobile and web interfaces that are intuitive, user-friendly, and visually appealing.
• Conduct usability testing and incorporate feedback to continuously improve the product.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and marketers to deliver high-quality user experiences.
• Work closely with the Product Design Lead to align design work with business and product goals.
• Maintain and contribute to the design system to ensure consistency across products.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest design trends, tools, and technologies to ensure our Passes products remain cutting-edge.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and drive the exploration of new design ideas and concepts.
• Conduct design reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure design excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human-Computer Interaction, UX/UI Design, or a related field.
• 2-8 years of experience in product design, with a proven track record of delivering successful products.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in product design, with a focus on mobile and web applications.
• Proficiency with design and prototyping tools, such as Figma.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a user-centered approach to design.
• Excellent design craftsmanship.
• Solid knowledge of front-end development technologies (HTML and CSS).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated strong ownership and accountability in previous work.

Preferred

• Experience with early-stage or zero-to-one projects.
• Solid understanding of design systems.
• Strong craftsmanship.

Benefits

• Compensation: $100k–$250k per year, depending on experience. Compensation as a contractor will be equivalent to a full-time role.
• Free team lunches and snacks
• Work out of a stylish, creative warehouse office in Hollywood
• Daily exposure to creators, creative teams, and a fast-moving digital platform environment
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, plus a 401(k) plan with company matching and unlimited PTO upon conversion to full-time
• Professional development opportunities and continuous learning support

Why Join Us?

At Passes, you’ll be part of a dynamic and ambitious team revolutionizing the creator economy. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and a vibrant company culture. If you’re ready to take on a critical support role in a high-energy startup, we’d love to hear from you!

Passes is an equal opportunity employer—we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all.

Ready to bring the creator energy?

Apply now!