Senior Creative Recruiter

Our mission at Duolingo is to develop the best education in the world and make it universally available. It’s a big mission, and that’s where you come in!

At Duolingo, you’ll join a team that cares about educating our users, experimenting with big ideas, making fact-based decisions, and finding innovative solutions to complex problems. You’ll have limitless learning opportunities and daily collaborations with world-class minds — while doing work that’s both meaningful and fun.

Join our life-changing mission to develop education for our half a billion (and growing!) learners around the world. 

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About the role...

We are a dynamic team with elements of curiosity, quirk, and innovation. We’re looking for a Senior Recruiter to support hiring for Design roles. If you thrive in environments that combine high standards with a deep sense of mission and fun, and you have an eye for great portfolios, we want to hear from you.

 

  You will...

• Oversee the full recruiting process for Design positions including product experience, motion graphics, and illustration. You may also assist with hiring for other business and technical functions as needed.
• Partner closely with hiring managers and collaborators to understand team needs and refine role requirements.
• Review candidate portfolios and help assess design quality and craft in alignment with Duolingo’s aesthetic and standards.
• Drive an exceptional candidate experience from start to finish — delivering a distinct, and mindful process reflective of our values.
• Partner with talent attraction to shape and implement attraction strategies, including sourcing, branding initiatives, and industry engagement.
• Track and assess recruiting metrics to improve process efficiency and hire quality.
• Use a mix of internal and third-party tools, including AI.

 

  You have...

• Minimum of a baccalaureate degree
• 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including significant time supporting design, creative, or marketing roles.
• Deep portfolio review experience, with the ability to recognize creative excellence.
• A proven track record of engaging and hiring diverse, high-quality creative talent.
• Familiarity with using tools and technologies to enhance recruiting, such as sourcing automation, candidate engagement, or data analysis.
• An ability to navigate ambiguity, solve complex problems autonomously, and think on your feet.
• A collaborative spirit, you enjoy supporting teammates and creating an inclusive hiring culture.
• Experience ideating, building and experimenting with AI tools, like ChatGPT.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for events or on-site activities.
• Ability to work or relocate to New York, NY.

 

  Exceptional candidates will have...

• Previous experience recruiting for creative roles in tech, startups, or high-growth companies.
• Deep knowledge of the design and creative hiring landscape, including current trends and platforms.
• Familiarity with tools like Gem, Guide, and Greenhouse.
• An impressive Duolingo streak!

 

We post a multi-level salary range for all of our roles.

This is not inclusive of the rest of our awesome portfolio that includes equity compensation and world-class benefits. Our salary ranges are the same for all US locations. Your recruiter can share more details about the range for a specific level during the hiring process. The actual salary within the range is determined by many factor