Design & Communications Lead

Matter’s Design & Communications Lead

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Part/Full-Time with Benefits • Join Us to Revolutionize Geospatial Data!

Welcome to Matter, where we are not just observing our Earth; we are understanding all matter around us in ways never before possible. Our team has decades of experience building advanced technologies that transmit data from Earth’s orbit and the surface of Mars. We’re pushing the boundaries of geospatial AI and sensors, capturing ultra-high-resolution images that measure shape, composition, and temperature — all at once, continuously from space. 

We believe in the intersection of technology and design, we’re looking for a self-managed creative leader who’s eager to put in the long hours it takes to bring innovative ideas to life. Your work will be pivotal in driving our innovation to market, and we will provide the resources and support you need to thrive. Together, let’s create unprecedented planetary data that is truly useful and transformative for a more informed future.

What You’ll Do

• Envision the Future of Maps
  • Design next-generation map experiences that showcase evolving ways of seeing and interpreting our environment.
• Create Compelling Visuals & Presentations
  • Develop clear, impactful presentations and marketing assets that illuminate our cutting-edge imaging technology.
• Manage Outreach & Creative Communication
  • Shape our brand voice and messaging, ensuring our story resonates with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Own Social Media & Digital Channels
  • Engage the world through social platforms, highlighting breakthroughs that demonstrate our global impact.
• Collaborate with Aerospace Pioneers
  • Work alongside team members who have landed rovers on Mars, built the first imaging spectrometers, and launched advanced imaging cameras into space.
• Stakeholder Engagement 
  • Craft materials like investor presentations and product updates to support fundraising and partnerships.

Who You Are

• A visionary designer and effective communicator with the drive to bridge creative storytelling and cutting-edge technology.
• Self-managed and proactive, able to lead projects autonomously.
• Adept at translating complex concepts into visually engaging narratives for diverse audiences.
• Skilled in graphic design, branding, digital media, and social media strategy.
• Excited to collaborate with scientists, engineers, and innovators to shape the future of geospatial intelligence.
• Comfortable thriving in ambiguity, wearing multiple hats, and pivoting as priorities shift in an early-stage company.
• A team player who can work seamlessly with engineers, data scientists, and founders to bring ideas to life.

Why Matter?

• Innovate at the Frontier: Work with brilliant minds advancing satellite imaging, geospatial AI, pushing the boundaries of imaging data from orbit to the surface of Mars.
• Full-Time Role with Competitive Benefits: Be part of an early-stage startup where you can define our creative strategy.
• Mission-Driven Culture: We celebrate the intersection of technology and the liberal arts, welcoming bold ideas that have immediate impact.
   

ITAR Requirements

To comply with U.S. export regulations, applicants must be one of the following:

• A U.S. citizen or national
• A lawful permanent resident (green card holder)
• Eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed to resolve critical issues.
• This position is based in the San Francisco Bay Area, California.
  • Remote work may be considered.

Join us at Matter and help redefine how humanity sees Earth and beyond. Apply now and be part of our mission to preserve and predict the future of our world with one-of-a-kind satellite sensors.
 

How to Apply

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