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About Blank Street Blank Street is on a mission to become the defining food & beverage brand of our generation. At 100+ locations, we've built one of the fastest-growing consumer brands in the US and UK, and are quickly becoming the go-to spot for the next generation of coffee and matcha drinkers. With a large global roadmap ahead, we're shaping the future through elevated beverages, thoughtful store designs, and hospitality-driven experiences. Add a Spark to the Ordinary At Blank Street, we're building thoughtful, beautifully designed experiences, both in-store and digitally. We're looking for a Senior Product Designer to join our Product Design team to help drive exciting initiatives. As a Senior Product Designer, you will own the design of our consumer app and internal tools, combining user research, a strategic mindset, and design skills across both UX and Visual to deliver stellar customer experiences. You are not only a craft expert across UX and visual design, but also a strategic partner who helps shape what we build and why. You bring a strong point of view grounded in research and data, and you are comfortable navigating ambiguity to define product direction. You translate insights into actionable design strategies, aligning user needs with business goals. You advocate for the customer at every stage, ensuring that design decisions are intentional, scalable, and impactful. This role is fully in-person and based out of our Brooklyn, NY office. What You'll Own: App Experience Design • Lead the end-to-end design process for the consumer app, from discovery and research through concept development, design execution, and post-launch iteration, • Design holistic experiences --- systems, flows, and interfaces --- that are intuitive, elegant, and scalable, • Create wireframes, high-fidelity designs, and prototypes to communicate ideas effectively Internal Tools Design • Own the design of internal tools that support operations, store teams, and other internal users, • Ensure internal-facing products are intuitive and reduce friction in day-to-day workflows User Research & Insights • Plan and conduct user research to uncover insights, validate hypotheses, and inform product strategy, • Translate research findings into clear product opportunities, frameworks, and design directions, • Champion a user-centered and data-informed design culture, advocating for best practices across teams Collaboration & Standards • Partner closely with product and engineering to shape roadmaps and prioritize initiatives based on user and business impact, • Serve as a steward of the team's design system, ensuring consistency, quality, and scalability across platforms while sharing ownership with the broader team, • Present and communicate complex ideas and design rationale to stakeholders at all levels, • Explore and integrate AI-driven opportunities into the product experience where relevant Requirements: • 5-7 years of experience minimum in a product design, user experience, or equivalent role, with demonstrated leadership on complex digital products, • Bachelor's degree preferred, with multidisciplinary background such as psychology, computer science, information sciences, human/computer interface design or commerce/business, • Strong foundation in user research methodologies (qualitative and quantitative), including user interviews, usability testing, journey mapping, and synthesis of insights into product direction, • Experienced, innovative and forward-thinking designer who can demonstrate leadership of medium-scale projects from concept to completion - research, approach, design strategy, systems, and implementation, • Experience contributing to and evolving design systems and tokens in partnership with engineers., • Experience working with generative AI, personalization systems, or recommendation engines, • Proven interpersonal skills, stakeholder relation skills, and ability to work in a team environment, • Strong storytelling with excellent verbal, written and visual communication skills, • High proficiency in the use of tools such as Figma as well as Adobe Creative Suite, Keynote, and Google Slides Benefits & Perks: • $140,000 - $160,000 annual base salary, • Blank Street, in good faith, believes that the posted salary range is accurate for this role in New York City at the time of posting. Our salaries are rooted in the desire to pay competitively relative to our organization size and industry, reflecting just one part of the total compensation package. Additional components include equity, healthcare benefits, paid time off and various work perks (commuter benefits, free coffee). Details will be discussed during the interview process. Blank Street may pay more or less than the posted range based on factors such as relevant experience and skills, qualifications and location, among others. This range may be modified in the future., • Equity package, • 15 days of paid annual leave (on top of company-observed holidays and sick time), • Three health plan options, with full coverage available for two employee-only tiers, • Commuter benefits, • Parental leave, • Bereavement leave, • Exclusive access to our coveted Regulars program -- yes, that means free coffee, matcha and more! ☕️, • Regular social outings with the team, • Free Blank Street swag

About Us ------------ At Blank Street, we're on a mission to become the defining food and beverage brand of our generation. From the very beginning, we've set out to add a spark to ordinary experiences through elevated products, attention-to-detail, and a commitment to making every moment memorable. We're motivated by the millions of customers we serve across cities, and know that our potential is unlimited. It all starts with our people and their commitment to make magic happen each and every day. Add a Spark to the Ordinary... ------------------------------ As Blank Street scales (new markets, more product launches, higher expectations), we need someone who can help us see our content ambitions to fruition. As Senior Art Director, Content, you will own the art direction of Blank Street's social and content channels. That means defining how the brand looks and feels day to day, in motion, across platforms. This is not a role for someone who just reacts to trends or executes briefs. You're here to set the bar, build a point of view, and make sure everything we publish actually feels like Blank Street. If done well, this role quietly but meaningfully changes how the brand is perceived. What You'll Own --------------- • Pushing the work forward creatively while protecting the integrity of the brand., • The art direction and visual standards of Blank Street's social and content channels., • The creative direction, feedback, and development of the content team., • The evolution of our social look and feel into a coherent, scalable system., • Insights, reporting, and creative reviews that inform what we make next., • Creative partnership with producers, creators, and marketers to deliver work that feels intentional and elevated. Who We're Looking For --------------------- • Strong taste and a clear, defensible creative POV., • Proven experience leading and developing creative teams., • Deep understanding of social as a creative medium, not just a marketing channel., • Comfortable owning insights and performance reporting and translating them into creative direction., • High standards for craft, clarity, and how work lands in the world. Requirements ------------ • 7--10+ years of experience in art direction, content, or brand creative roles, with clear ownership of social or digital content., • Demonstrated experience leading and developing creative teams, not just managing projects., • Strong portfolio showing a consistent visual POV, high craft, and social-first thinking. Benefits & Perks ----------------- • $120,000 - $140,000 annual base salary, • Blank Street, in good faith, believes that the posted salary range is accurate for this role in New York City at the time of posting. Our salaries are rooted in the desire to pay competitively relative to our organization size and industry, reflecting just one part of the total compensation package. Additional components include equity offering, healthcare benefits, paid time off and various work perks (commuter benefits, free coffee). Details will be discussed during the interview process. Blank Street may pay more or less than the posted range based on factors such as relevant experience and skills, qualifications and location, among others. This range may be modified in the future., • Equity package, • 15 days of paid annual leave (on top of company-observed holidays and sick time), • Three health plan options, with full coverage available for two employee-only tiers., • Commuter benefits, • Parental leave, • Bereavement leave, • Exclusive access to our coveted Regulars program -- yes, that means free coffee, matcha and more! ☕️, • Regular social outings with the team, • Free Blank Street swag

I’m looking for a creative videographer/content shooter in NYC to help film content for my social media platforms and music projects. This is best for someone who wants to build their portfolio, gain experience, collaborate on unique concepts, and create visually artistic content. If you have photography skills or willing to take photos of the model that will increase your chances of getting hired although it’s not required. Projects will include: Professional lifestyle/social media videos filmed in public Music video shoots Cinematic skits and storytelling content Fashion/editorial style content Creative cosplay concepts and themed shoots Experimental/artistic visuals for reels and short-form content Some examples of concepts include fantasy-inspired shoots such as mermaid/ocean visuals, cinematic city scenes, cosplay storytelling, and creative character-based content. Looking for someone who: Has an eye for aesthetics, lighting, and creative angles Knows how to shoot smooth, high-quality video content Is open-minded and collaborative with creative ideas Can travel independently throughout NYC Is reliable, communicative, and enjoys artistic projects Main filming locations: Manhattan Queens Occasionally Brooklyn Compensation starts at $15/hour. This is not a full-time position and will function more as a flexible project-based role depending on shoot schedules and creative needs. Some weeks may involve multiple shoots while others may have fewer, so flexibility is important. it’s ideal for someone wanting more hands-on experience, content for their reel, networking opportunities, and the chance to work on visually unique projects. Please send: Your portfolio, Instagram, TikTok, or sample work What camera/equipment you use A little about your creative style and experience I’m looking for someone who genuinely enjoys creating cinematic, expressive, and original content. Applicants should be comfortable filming and working creatively with a female model/artist for social media and music-related content.

We started Van Leeuwen Ice Cream in a yellow truck on the streets of NYC in 2008 with a mission to make good ice cream that makes you feel good. Nowadays, people can spend so much time on what's "healthy" they don't stop to consider what's healthy. As far as we're concerned, happiness is healthiness. We strive to ensure every scoop, store and employee feels and creates one community to contribute to the overall brand. Van Leeuwen Ice Cream is hiring a full-time Head of Graphic Design based out of our Brooklyn office. This is a great opportunity for a highly experienced and creative individual to work closely with the founding team of Van Leeuwen Ice Cream as they embark on their next stage of accelerated growth. The ideal candidate is someone who has experience in the CPG and/or retail space, has the ability to work diligently with the marketing team as well as any third-party creative teams, and can thrive in a fast-paced environment (and loves ice cream! and now Fro-Yo!). The Head of Graphic Design contributes to the Van Leeuwen universe by shaping how the brand comes to life across every customer touchpoint. This role leads art direction across a wide range of initiatives, including packaging design, partnership activations and the continued evolution of our visual identity. You'll oversee in-store experiences end-to-end, from signage and digital menu displays to store planograms, ensuring every touch point feels cohesive and intentional. The role extends to designing and developing uniforms and merchandise that reflect the brand's personality beyond the scoop shop. You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including sales and retail, international partners and external creative partners, to conceptualize, execute and scale creative that resonates both in-store and across broader brand moments. This position requires a strong point of view, attention to detail, agility and the ability to translate the Van Leeuwen aesthetic into thoughtful, high-quality design across physical and digital environments. This role will be based out of our Williamsburg, Brooklyn office and follow Van Leeuwen's Hybrid work model and be in office at least two to three days a week. Job Responsibilities • Direct creative/art across packaging, campaigns, retail environments, partnerships, and digital platforms, • Execute creative direction for the company across all branded materials, including print and digital collateral, • Create and oversee the development of a range of branded materials, including but not limited to Emails, Social Media, Retail Store Signage/Posters, Ads, Website, Coupons, Print Pieces, Packaging Materials, Merchandise, • Continue to evolve the visual identity of the brand, • Maintain photo asset library and identify images to be used for various platforms, • Implement feedback from leadership and partners to refine and revise work for final production, • Contribute to photoshoots on an as needed basis, in partnership with Social Media Manager and Content Creator, • Prioritize and manage multiple projects within design specifications and budget restrictions, • Manage budgets, timelines, and vendor relationships to deliver high-quality work efficiently, • Set and uphold creative standards, ensuring all outputs meet a best-in-class level of design excellence, • Perform retouching and manipulation of images as needed, • Work with a wide range of media and use graphic design software Job Requirements • Bachelor's degree in graphic arts, design, communications, or related field (Or equivalent experience), • 5 to 10 years of experience in graphic design, • Knowledge of layouts, graphic fundamentals, typography, print, and web design, • Familiarity with HTML and CSS preferred, • Knowledge of Adobe PhotoShop, Illustrator, LightRoom, Sketch, InDesign, and other graphic design software, • Deep expertise in typography, layout, color, and visual storytelling across mediums, • Strong understanding of production processes across print, digital, and environmental design, • Ability to balance creative excellence with business needs, timelines, and budgets, • Excellent eye for aesthetics, details and design trends past and present, • Photography, food styling and set design skills are a big plus, • Must be comfortable working in-store scoop shifts as needed, while adhering to DOH guidelines Compensation + Benefits $110,000 - 140,000 annual compensation depending on experience, paid weekly Eligible for annual 20% bonus • Employee Scoop Card (Enjoy Ice Cream from any of our scoop shops nationwide), • Medical, Dental + Vision Insurance with 70% Employer Contribution, • 401k with up to 4% Employer Match, • Cell Phone Reimbursement Plan, • Wellness Reimbursement Plan, • Flexible Time Off - No accrual required, • Paid Sick Time, • Yearly Performance Reviews, • Paid one month sabbatical (eligible after 4 years of continued employment) Van Leeuwen Ice Cream is committed to pay transparency and equity among all employees and provides employees an environment where pay transparency and dialogue on compensation are allowed. Van Leeuwen Ice Cream complies with Equal Employment Opportunity laws as well as federal, state, and local laws on compensation, pay transparency, and pay equity. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held. Salary Range $110,000---$140,000 USD Here at Van Leeuwen, Good Ice Cream Is For Everyone! As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to foster a welcoming, diverse environment for every employee and customer. We pride ourselves on the creativity that goes into our ice cream and is built in our stores (by YOU) that help us meet our missions and values.

Jewelry Photographer: Shoot and edit high-end jewelry photography Retouch images to match luxury brand standards Maintain an organized image/content library

Tattoo Artist Wanted – Experienced & Professional We are currently looking to add a talented and experienced tattoo artist to our team. Requirements: • Minimum of 6 years of experience working in a professional tattoo shop, • Strong portfolio demonstrating a range of styles and high-quality work, • Must maintain a high level of professionalism and respect with both clients and team members, • Excellent customer service skills and ability to create a comfortable client experience, • Strong work ethic, reliability, and cleanliness What We’re Looking For: We want someone who not only produces great tattoos but also represents the shop well. The ideal candidate is friendly, dependable, and takes pride in their work and client relationships. What We Offer: • Established shop with steady clientele, • Professional and supportive work environment, • Opportunities for growth and creative freedom If you’re an experienced artist who values professionalism and client experience, we’d love to see your work. To Apply: Please send your portfolio, experience, and contact information.