Brand Designer and Illustrator

Runpod

1d • $99,700 - $132,900 • Remote

About The Position

Runpod is hiring a hands-on Brand Designer and Illustrator to help shape how the company looks and feels. The role is part of the Brand team within Marketing and works closely with the Senior Video Producer. The designer will create original visuals that make complex AI infrastructure and technical products easier to understand, while expanding a distinctive and consistent Runpod illustration library across product launches, campaigns, events, and other channels.

The position involves creating illustrations, diagrams, marketing assets, and print materials; developing reusable components and templates; and preparing design assets for animation. The designer will manage projects and timelines independently, communicate progress clearly, and explore creative tools and AI-assisted workflows while ensuring work remains original and on brand.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of design experience, in-house or at an agency.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating original illustration work, thoughtful design decisions, and a distinctive visual style.
• Experience translating complex or technical subjects into clear, engaging visuals.
• Strong skills in technical diagramming and illustration, information design, or visual storytelling.
• Experience working within an established brand system and identifying ways to evolve and improve it.
• Proficiency in Figma and a strong understanding of typography, composition, layout, and color.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Experience designing for print and events, preparing production-ready files, and working with vendors.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently, prioritize work, and meet deadlines.
• Experience using AI-assisted design tools for creative exploration and iteration, with good judgment about when they add value.
• Ownership, attention to detail, and the ability to bring fresh ideas.
• Successful completion of a background check.

Responsibilities

• Create illustrations and visuals that clarify technical concepts such as GPUs, serverless computing, clusters, and AI infrastructure.
• Expand Runpod's illustration library and maintain a consistent visual language across its website, campaigns, product launches, social media, and events.
• Design technical diagrams and architecture illustrations that balance accuracy with visual storytelling.
• Create assets for product launches, marketing campaigns, landing pages, social media, paid ads, and presentations.
• Support marketing initiatives with creative assets for email campaigns, sales materials, and events.
• Design and prepare print materials, including event signage, booth graphics, and swag, and work with vendors to ensure correct production.
• Develop reusable design components, illustration libraries, and templates to help the team create consistent content efficiently.
• Collaborate with the Senior Animator on storyboards and visual concepts, preparing design assets for animation.
• Manage projects and timelines, communicate progress, and deliver high-quality work on schedule.
• Explore creative tools and AI-assisted workflows to improve efficiency while keeping the work original and distinctly Runpod.

Benefits

• Meaningful equity in the company; the role includes RSUs.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans, with 90% of premiums covered for the employee and dependents.
• 401(k) with a company match and no waiting period.
• Flexible PTO.
• Remote-first work for most roles, with a collaborative team that works mainly in Slack.
• $1,200 home office and equipment stipend.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed