Vice President of Product Design, MasterClass
$279-310k
+ Equity
Streaming platform for learning
Job no longer available
Streaming platform for learning
501-1000 employees
Job no longer available
$279-310k
+ Equity
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To help unleash the human potential, by inspiring individuals to learn amazing new skills.
Role
Who you are
- A trailblazing designer with results. You’ve shipped consumer products at massive scale (multi-millions MAUs) – starting from zero-to-one and exiting or integrating into Big Tech
- Hands-on thinker. While you chart strategy, you’re equally comfortable shaping pixel-level flows, guiding rapid prototypes, and diving into user research
- Strategically sharp. You’re data-informed, business-savvy, deeply user-focused, and able to define and measure success across both
- Technical fluency. Mastery of Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, prototyping tools, with a curiosity for emerging design tech
- A proven leadership presence. Whether building design from scratch at Series B/C or shaping flagship products at Big Tech, you thrive at scale
- 15+ years in product design with 8+ years in leadership, shaping design organizations and practices
- Demonstrated track record of launching and scaling high-adoption consumer products
- A portfolio that stands out: showcases elegant UX, scalable systems, strategic thinking, and delightful interaction
- Exceptional verbal and written communication - storytelling is in your DNA
- Comfort working in ambiguity - fast-paced startup environments excite you
What the job involves
- We’re seeking a strategic, creative leader to shape and deliver the next generation of immersive learning experiences at MasterClass
- With the rapid evolution of AI and immersive technology, we’re redefining what world-class learning looks like, and design is at the center of that transformation
- Join MasterClass to architect this bold new frontier in learning
- As VP of Product Design, you’ll combine hands-on craft with strategic leadership, partnering directly with the CEO and CPO to turn bold ideas into breakthrough products used by millions
- Partner directly with the CEO and CPO to translate big ideas into breakthrough products, elevating the MasterClass experience and driving global engagement and growth. Help shape fuzzy ideas into polished products, championing breakthrough design that feels intuitive, cohesive, and emotionally resonant
- Define and drive the design vision, with a primary focus on new product initiatives. Set the tone for end-to-end product experience, aligning design strategy with company goals and the aspirations of millions
- Be hands-on. Roll up your sleeves and lead by example, diving into the work alongside your team, from wireframes to visual systems, to ensure craft and quality at every stage
- Serve as a strategic voice at the executive table, championing design’s role in shaping product and company direction
- Anticipate the future. Stay ahead on industry advancements in AI, immersive tech, visual systems, and infuse them into the design roadmap
- Lead & grow a world-class team of designers and researchers. Develop a vibrant, collaborative culture: hire, mentor, elevate
- Partner seamlessly with Product, Engineering, Marketing, and Analytics to ensure design drives outcomes
Our take
MasterClass is a streaming platform that offers its members the chance to learn skills and theory directly from the best in the business, all with celebrity status. For example, learning to cook with Gordon Ramsay, mastering tennis techniques with Serena Williams, and perfecting songwriting with Alicia Keys.
The streaming platform provides more than 100 classes across nine categories including sport, wellness, music, food, and business. Each class is made up of around 20 short video lessons, accompanied by a workbook and a members’ community.
With a $2.5 billion valuation and no shortage of funding, MasterClass is seen as a leader in the edtech market and differentiates itself from fierce competitors Udacity and Udemy by blurring the line between education and entertainment.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
Company
Funding (last 2 of 7 rounds)
May 2021
$225m
SERIES F
May 2020
$100m
SERIES E
Total funding: $461.4m
Company benefits
- Health & Wellness: Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for you and your family. OneMedical and Peloton subscriptions. Access to Modern Health and Included Health for additional well-being and expert medical care
- Paid Time Off: Take the time you need when you need it. Company-wide winter and summer recharge breaks and half-day Fridays
- Equity: In addition to a competitive base salary, our equity plans allow employees to share in the success of the company
- Unique Perks: Quarterly flex dollars for whatever you need, cell phone and internet stipends, lunch on Tuesdays for those in-office, and the occasional instructor drop in
- Family Planning: Competitive parental leave programs for both birthing and non-birthing parents. Leave administration with Cocoon. Fertility support through Carrot
- Learning & Development: We are a learning company after all! Full access to MasterClass courses and the opportunity to gift memberships to loved ones. Personal development dollars are provided every 6 months for things like career coaching or books
- Charitable Giveback: Company charity matching and paid days off to volunteer in your community
Company HQ
SoMa, San Francisco, CA
Leadership
David Rogier
(Founder & CEO)Having studied at Washington University, they worked in Strategy and Operations at Tesco for 3 years before taking an MBA at Stanford. They used this experience to found MasterClass.
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