Creative Lead

At Reality Labs, we are focused on defining experiences in Augmented and Virtual Reality utilizing AI, finding new ways for people to connect and build communities and help people feel more present with each other even when we're apart. The Wearables team is building new devices and software platforms with work spanning a number of breakthrough technologies, ranging from entertainment and gaming to education and beyond.

Creative Lead Responsibilities:

• Lead the execution of 2D/3D interfaces, enhancing the overall user experience.
• Oversee the creation of platform-level visual systems, ensuring cohesive, high quality and innovative outcomes.
• Develop and drive the vision for motion design systems, integrating animation and motion seamlessly into the user experience.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Product Management, Research, and Engineering.
• Lead and inspire a team of designers, illustrators, and motion designers, fostering team creativity and innovation.
• Work closely with Program Managers, Design Program Managers and Art Producers to establish efficient design processes, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality design deliverables.
• Present design concepts, progress, and final deliverables to executive leadership and stakeholders, effectively communicating the vision and direction.
• Build and maintain relationships with external partners, including design studios, agencies, and content creators, to leverage additional resources.
• Provide feedback and direction to the team to continually raise the innovation and quality bar.
• Contribute to high-level decisions with the rest of the product and executive teams
• Clearly articulate decisions to a vast set of internal stakeholders
• Lead and oversee projects and teams working from conception to launch

Minimum Qualifications:

• An effective acumen for building timeless components through a cohesive brand architecture
• Experience working with cross-functional teams
• 8+ years of experience in brand design (agency and/or in-house)
• Proven experience as a Creative Director or in a similar leadership role with a focus on emerging technologies
• Background in developing platform-level UI components, illustrations, and design systems
• Proficiency in 3D design tools and techniques, with experience in spatial interface design
• Experience in motion design systems, including animation and motion graphics
• Communication with the experience in articulating concepts and providing constructive feedback
• Organizational and project management skills, with the experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously and oversee a small team of diverse creatives.
• A solid understanding and experience in maintaining cohesiveness across all visual elements
• Proficiency in industry-standard design software
• Experience with emerging technologies and a desire to stay at the forefront of innovation in the design space

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in brand design (agency and/or in-house)
• Experience in generative AI, including prompt authoring and AI creation tools

About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today-beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [email protected].

$196,000/year to $272,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.