Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We’re seeking a Lead Product Designer to lead our design team and drive the development of user-centric products through systems thinking , cross-persona design , and design leadership .

You will lead design initiatives that unify the Shopper, Seller, and Admin experiences, guiding users through onboarding, discovery, and selling with clarity and delight. You’ll collaborate closely with product, engineering, data, marketing, and business development teams to turn complex business goals into intuitive, scalable solutions that drive measurable impact.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Design Leadership:
2. • Lead end-to-end design for high-impact features.
   • Present and defend design decisions and prototypes to senior management and other stakeholders.
   • Foster a collaborative and creative environment that encourages innovation and continuous improvement.
   • Mentor junior and intermediate product and graphic designers.
3. User-Centered Design:
4. • Conduct and synthesize user research, including user interviews, usability tests, surveys, and analytics insights, to inform design decisions based on user needs and behaviors.
   • Develop user personas, journey maps, and wireframes to effectively communicate design concepts and user flows.
   • Stay current with trends in live commerce, and integrate new and effective design strategies to keep the platform engaging and competitive.
5. Systems Thinking & Design Systems
6. • Own and evolve TalkShopLive’s design system, ensuring scalability, accessibility, and visual cohesion across all surfaces.
   • Partner with engineering to improve component governance, documentation, and design-token usage.
   • Translate complex platform behaviors into clear, modular design frameworks that streamline product development.
7. Visual Design:
8. • Create visually stunning and cohesive designs that align with our brand identity and enhance the overall user experience.
   • Develop and maintain design systems, style guides, and UI components to ensure consistency across all products.
9. Collaboration and Communication:
10. • Work closely with product managers to understand product requirements and translate them into actionable design solutions.
    • Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure seamless implementation of designs and provide necessary design assets.
    • Collaborate with marketing, brand, and content teams to maintain consistency across all touchpoints.
11. Strategic Thinking:
12. • Contribute to the overall product strategy by providing design insights and recommendations based on user research and industry trends.
    • Identify opportunities for innovation and advocate for user-centered design principles throughout the organization.
13. Performance Metrics:
14. • Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of design initiatives and identify areas for improvement.
    • Use data-driven insights to iterate on designs and optimize the user experience.

Work Authorization:

Please note that you must have legal entitlement to work in Canada. We do not sponsor work permits or permanent residency.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in product design, with at least +2 years in a senior or lead role.
• Mentoring junior and intermediate product designers.
• Expertise in Figma and hands-on experience with design systems, component libraries, and token management.
• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions and rationale to stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to use data to inform design decisions.
• Experience in live commerce, e-commerce, video streaming, or related industries is a big plus.

Application Process:

• Step 1: Initial screening call with the Product Management team. We will need to access your portfolio.
• Step 2: Design challenge – review with Lead Product Designer, Product Management, and potentially a member of the Engineering team.
• Step 3: Final Round with an executive at TalkShopLive
• Step 4: Offer

How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, portfolio, and a cover letter (optional) detailing their relevant experience and design philosophy.

We look forward to seeing your creative talent and innovative ideas!

TalkShopLive is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate differences and are committed to creating a professional and collaborative environment for all employees.

TalkShopLive blends live streaming, social engagement, and e-commerce into one seamless platform where creators, shoppers, and brands connect in real time. Our unique platform, with its deep integration of media and e-commerce, offers an unparalleled opportunity for growth for an ambitious product design professional looking to accelerate their career in the world of digital media and web development. Our platform is scaling rapidly, and we’re looking for a design leader who can help shape how users shop, sell, and connect across a growing ecosystem. This is an opportunity to define the future of commerce-driven media through strategic, user-centered design.

Company Description

TalkShopLive blends live streaming, social engagement, and e-commerce into one seamless platform where creators, shoppers, and brands connect in real time. Our unique platform, with its deep integration of media and e-commerce, offers an unparalleled opportunity for growth for an ambitious product design professional looking to accelerate their career in the world of digital media and web development. Our platform is scaling rapidly, and we’re looking for a design leader who can help shape how users shop, sell, and connect across a growing ecosystem. This is an opportunity to define the future of commerce-driven media through strategic, user-centered design.

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