Job Description
We need a talented UI designer who can be excited about visualizing the next amazing AniLive experience with cross-functional teams. This position will take responsibility for establishing our visual language and developing it into actual products.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the PO, PdM, and other stakeholders to confirm requirements, needs, and the background for new features.
- Align expectations for design aspects and clearly articulate the desired output.
- Use Figma to create initial drafts and develop prototypes as needed.
- Design user flows and wireframes.
Qualifications
What you will bring
- Passion for the Japanese entertainment industry — anime, manga, gaming, VTubing... you must be an otaku!
- 5+ years of experience in a UI designer role with native mobile applications
- Able to clearly explain the design concepts and the rationale behind your creations
- Fluent or native level Japanese is required
- Work experience with cross-functional teams; Product managers, engineers, and other designers
- Experience using Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Photoshop and Illustrator
Bonus Points
- Business level English
- Experience in adaptable learning and applying new technologies and trends in projects
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- Experience using After Effects is plus
- Previous work experience at startups
Perks
- Flexible and adaptable to various scenarios
- Company off-sites 2x a year held in Japan
About the Company
AnotherBall is a dynamic and fast-paced entertainment startup, where we leverage Japan's rich cultural assets of anime and VTubers through cutting-edge technology. As an otaku company, we are passionate about creating innovative content that resonates with fans worldwide. Enjoy the flexibility of a full remote work environment while collaborating with fellow anime enthusiasts to bring exciting projects to life. With the release of AniLive, we aim to revolutionize the virtual streaming industry and bring more fun to the global anime/VTuber community!
What's AniLive?
We develop and operate AniLive, a mobile streaming app specifically designed for virtual streamers and their fans in English-speaking countries.
On this platform, streamers can become "AniLivers" with their own avatars, allowing them to start streaming from "anytime, anywhere" and earn income. As viewers, the vertical streaming experience on AniLive enables them to enjoy communication with their favorite AniLivers from a close distance, experiencing a new level of engagement including various gift animations.
With the release of AniLive, our company aims to revolutionize the virtual streaming industry and bring more fun to the global anime/VTuber community!