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Lead Illustrator

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Whatnot

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United States , New York

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Salary:

155000.00 - 225000.00 USD / Year

Job Description:

We are looking for a Lead Illustrator (3D + 2D) to join the creative team at Whatnot! Our small but mighty team is responsible for building the Whatnot brand and crafting best-in-class creative across physical and digital experiences. As a core member of the team, you’ll establish and scale our illustration system, crafting standout work that spans both 3D and 2D, static and motion, collaborating across marketing and product to bring our brand to life in ways that resonate deeply with our communities. This is a foundational role, equal parts hands-on craft and system-building. You’ll produce and establish scalable guidelines and libraries, experiment with new techniques and media, and continue to elevate Whatnot’s visual identity into something iconic and ownable.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead the development of Whatnot’s illustration system with a primary focus on 3D, complemented by strong 2D capabilities and execution
  • Create high-impact illustrations that flex across brand systems, product experiences, and physical and digital campaigns and activations
  • Build and maintain illustration libraries, templates, and guidelines for consistency and efficiency
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to integrate illustration seamlessly across product and marketing
  • Stay ahead of the latest creative, cultural, and technological trends to keep Whatnot’s brand identity fresh and distinctive
  • Provide mentorship and direction for agencies and freelancers, team members, cross-functional partners, or future hires, helping scale the discipline

Requirements:

  • 7+ years of experience in illustration with a clear specialization in 3D and proven 2D capabilities
  • A portfolio showcasing world-class 3D work and strong 2D design craft
  • Expertise in 3D tools (Cinema 4D preferred) and proficiency in 2D software (Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Procreate)
  • Experience creating and scaling illustration systems across brand and product, from in-app to in-person activations
  • Strong conceptual thinking with the ability to translate abstract brand ideas into visual execution
  • A collaborative mindset and proactive approach to working across diverse teams
  • Comfort in a fast-paced environment with the ability to adapt and deliver at scale
  • Must live within commuting distance of San Francisco, New York, or Los Angeles hubs

Nice to have:

  • Motion or animation experience
  • Creative team leadership experience
  • High-growth startup or creative studio background
  • A strong cultural perspective, drawing inspiration from the categories that make up Whatnot
What we offer:
  • Flexible Time off Policy and Company-wide Holidays (including a spring and winter break)
  • Health Insurance options including Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Work From Home Support
  • Home office setup allowance
  • Monthly allowance for cell phone and internet
  • Care benefits
  • Monthly allowance on both food and wellness
  • Annual allowance towards Childcare
  • Lifetime benefit for family planning, such as adoption or fertility expenses
  • Retirement
  • 401k offering for Traditional and Roth accounts in the US (employer match up to 4% of base salary) and Pension plans internationally
  • Monthly allowance to dogfood the app
  • Parental Leave
  • 16 weeks of paid parental leave + one month gradual return to work

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 18, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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