Brand Designer

About Nectar Social

Nectar Social is pioneering a shift in commerce by creating an AI-native social operating system that supports authentic, personalized social interactions between brands and their communities. Founded by former Meta product and engineering leaders with over $30M raised from investors such as GV and True Ventures, Nectar collaborates with prominent brands including Oura Health, Caraway, e.l.f. Cosmetics, Kosas, and OLIPOP. The company is shaping the future of social commerce where community, conversation, and commerce intersect.

Role Overview

As the first Brand Designer at Nectar, you will establish and define the company’s visual identity from the ground up. This is a unique and impactful opportunity to design a comprehensive brand system for a leading AI company during a pivotal growth phase. You will collaborate closely with the co-founders and various teams, influencing everything from brand identity to product visuals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and refine Nectar’s visual identity including logos, typography, color schemes, iconography, and motion graphics, adaptable across web, product, social, and print media.
• Lead branding projects for the website, landing pages, marketing collateral, pitch decks, and sales materials.
• Create social media and campaign designs reflecting Nectar’s brand voice across launches and ongoing content.
• Construct and maintain scalable brand guidelines aligned with company growth.
• Work alongside founders, marketing, and early product/engineering hires to ensure cohesive brand and product experiences.
• Contribute to growth and formation of the future design team as the inaugural design hire.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 4 years of experience in brand or visual design, preferably in startup or agency environments managing diverse brand elements.
• A design portfolio showcasing systems thinking and cohesive brand identities across multiple formats.
• Ability to set design direction independently, creating foundational processes and playbooks.
• Excellent skills in typography, layout, and color theory, with strong proficiency in Figma; familiarity with motion or video tools is advantageous.
• Interest in AI’s impact on marketing; no technical background required.
• Experience in designing for B2B SaaS, marketing technology, or social/community platforms is a plus.

Benefits and Compensation

• Competitive salary ranging from $140,000 to $200,000 annually along with early equity participation.
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plans plus a 401(k) matching program.
• Opportunities for clear career advancement as the company expands.
• Complimentary lunch in a central Palo Alto location on University Avenue.
• Hands-on exposure to advanced AI tools and a chance to influence the role of AI in brand marketing.
• Collaborative and ambitious work environment focused on creating a new category in AI-powered marketing infrastructure.