Hired

Founding Lead Designer 2013 When I joined the founding team of Hired, previously called "Developer Auction", the company was facing a crisis of identity. The rapidly growing startup was expanding into recruiting beyond software developers, and needed a new brand to reflect their changing business proposition and company values. I executed the rebrand to Hired.com, and served as Head of Design of the newly named startup. Hired was acquired in 2020, for an undisclosed price.

B R A N D M A N U A L

Driven by Hired's goal of becoming the source for the best talent and opportunities in the technology industry, we set out to craft a digital luxury brand.

A comprehensive brand manual was created, articulating the company's core tenets, logo, icon, color scheme, typography, collateral, interior design, and proper usage.

U I L I B R A R Y

Hired's website is composed of a pure code interface utilizing SASS and icon fonts for a lightweight, scalable design. A full front-end library of reusable user interface modules was developed for rapid prototyping and development.

M A R K E T I N G

We created an aspirational narrative for our marketing that played on ideas of adventure, belonging, and self-actualization.

I N F O R M A T I O N A R C H I T E C T U R E

Comprehensive information architecture flowcharts were developed to visualize the platform as a whole, including offline processes. Monthly statistics were overlaid, in order to identify and address conversion issues.

P R O D U C T D E S I G N

A full refactor of the front-end codebase was required to apply the new visual identity. We used the opportunity to revamp interior pages to have a clear hierarchy, and emphasize primary user actions.

C O L L A T E R A L

In the digital era, the value of high-end print collateral cannot be overstated. We worked with local print craftsmen Dependable Letterpress, to develop a top of the line stationery using traditional print techniques. The weighty materials, debossed lettering, and textured paper stock created a memorable experience for the physical touchpoint of the brand.