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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