Dusk delivers the capabilities of a world-class entertainment director, at a fraction of the cost. Made for modern venue operators to save time, improve operations, and boost revenue. Trusted by 500+ bars, nightclubs, restaurants, and hotels – powering 50K+ concerts annually. We've raised over $5M from strategic investors, including founders and executives from Carta, Vercel, and Yelp as well as Atlantic Records, Red Light Management, and Independent Artists Group (IAG). Our team includes YC-backed founders and individuals from Goldman Sachs, BlackRock, and Apollo.io.
About the RoleWe’re seeking a Staff Product Designer to shape the creative and functional DNA of Dusk’s platform. As one of the first design leaders, you’ll define how the product looks, feels, and behaves — turning complex workflows into intuitive, visually elegant experiences. You’ll collaborate with founders, engineers, and customers to bring Dusk’s mission to life through design systems, prototypes, and production-ready interfaces.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead design for core product surfaces
Define and evolve Dusk’s design language and component system
Conduct user research and translate insights into product direction
Build high-fidelity prototypes that communicate vision and drive alignment
Collaborate with engineers to ensure design quality from concept to release
Mentor other designers and help scale design culture across the company
Balance creativity with pragmatism - shipping high-impact, user-centered work
6+ years of product design experience, ideally in SaaS or creative tooling
Portfolio showcasing excellent interaction and visual design work
Fluency in Figma and modern prototyping tools
Strong grasp of UX principles, hierarchy, and system thinking
Proven track record leading 0→1 or platform-level design initiatives
Excellent communication skills and comfort presenting to stakeholders
Bonus: experience designing for creative pros, music, or entertainment products
Competitive salary + equity options
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
Early technical ownership in a high-growth, mission-driven company
Access to live events and industry networking opportunities
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