Concept Designer, Paris

Snap Inc. is a camera company. We believe that reinventing the camera represents our greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Our products empower people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together. 

In June 2021 Snapchat announced the creation of its first AR Studio. Based in Paris the ‘Center of Excellence of AR for Europe’ will focus on driving greater awareness of the potential of AR and increase its impact across the arts, education and cultural sectors.Through non-commercial partnerships, Snap will help fund the development of cutting-edge AR applications that illustrate how the camera improves the way we learn and interact with the world around us.

We’re looking for a passionate Concept Designer to research and visualize ideas of new AR experiences for Snap strategic partners. Working from the Paris office, you’ll work in close collaboration with colleagues in Partnership, 3D, VFX, Creative Engineers, Lens Studio in addition to various other Snap teams around the world to deliver the best AR experiences to our strategic partners and snapchat users. Ideal candidates for this role will have an extensive understanding and interest in concepts/deliverables as well as generate high-impact and innovative results. 

What you’ll do:

• Come up with ideas for new lenses

• You will be engaged in the development and growing lenses community by participating in partner programs designed for educational establishments, community creators, agencies etc.

• Visualise ideas in 2D ( Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator) 

• Communicate with different departments regarding lens production process

• Provide art direction support during entire lens production process

• Develop creative solutions and ideas for AR related projects as well as creative ways of different new tech implementations

• Participate in brainstorms

• Learn how to use Lens Studio

• Be open to giving and receiving feedback

Minimum qualifications:

• Advanced 2D drawing skills

• Advanced art direction skills

• Ability to speak and write in English and French fluently

• 2+ years experience in design

• Strong portfolio

Preferred qualifications:

• Briefing skills

• Presentation skills

• Passion for Snapchat

• Ability to offer creative solutions based on analytic /market and research data

• Experience of collaboration with 3D and VFX departments (understanding of technical aspects)

• Knowledge of at least one tool besides PS (After Effects, Maya, Cinema 4D, etc.)

• Ability to work with not clear briefs (or frequently changing)

• Ability to prioritise tasks and work independently

• A self-starter, collaborator and team player

Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid maternity & paternity leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!

At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and contact us at accommodations-ext@snap.com.