director of product design

Hong Kong
Permanent
Full-time

10 days ago

about the company.Our client is a dynamic, well-funded start-up poised to revolutionise the smart fitness industry. Through an exclusive global partnership with a globally renowned sports promotion company, they design and develop a new generation of smart wearable devices that embody the power, discipline, and spirit of the world's top notch competitive sports championships. This is a unique chance to build a globally recognised brand from its inception and define the future of connected fitness. about the job. ...As the founding Director of Product Design, you will be the chief architect of the company's product and brand experience. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will define and execute the creative vision across all physical and digital touchpoints. You will report directly to the founders and will be instrumental in shaping the company's future success.Your key responsibilities will include:

Product Design Leadership: Drive the end-to-end industrial design process for a portfolio of UFC-branded smart wearables and fitness products, from concept ideation and sketching to 3D modelling, prototyping, and collaboration with engineering teams for mass production.
Digital Experience (UI/UX): Oversee and contribute to the UI/UX design of the companion mobile application, ensuring a seamless, intuitive, and engaging user experience that motivates users and complements the hardware.
Brand & Visual Identity: Develop and champion the brand's visual language across all platforms, including product packaging, marketing materials, website, and in-app graphics, ensuring consistency and strong alignment with the UFC brand ethos.
Creative Strategy: Collaborate with founders, product managers, and marketing teams to translate business goals into powerful creative strategies and design solutions.
Vision & Innovation: Stay at the forefront of design trends, materials, and technology to ensure the company's products are not only functional but also aspirational and category-defining.

skills & experiences required.
We are looking for a visionary designer with an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for creating exceptional products.

A degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related field.
Proven experience in a senior or lead design role, with a strong portfolio showcasing excellence in industrial design for consumer electronics, wearables, or sporting goods.
Demonstrable ability and genuine curiosity in handling UI/UX design for mobile applications and graphic design for branding and marketing.
Proficiency in industry-standard 2D and 3D design software (e.g., SolidWorks, Rhino, Keyshot, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Sketch).
A "start-up mindset": you are a hands-on problem-solver who is adaptable, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate and defend design concepts to stakeholders.
A strong personal interest in sports, fitness and technology is a significant advantage.
Proficient in English and Mandarin.

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