[Hiring] Design Coach @Leland

Role Description

Leland is seeking an experienced Design Coach to work with clients looking to break into or grow within design roles. This role includes:

• Teaching core design thinking, user experience design, and user interface design skills.
• Helping clients build strong wireframing, prototyping, and visual design abilities.
• Guiding clients on branding and applying emerging tools like:
  • AI fundamentals
  • AI graphics creation
  • AI product design
  • User research & insights automation
• Offering career support including:
  • Resume review
  • LinkedIn review
  • Cover letter guidance
  • Interview prep
  • Networking strategy
  • Salary negotiation
  • Promotion strategy tailored to design roles
• Providing broader skill building and support for those pursuing freelancing opportunities.

Ideal candidates have:

• Hands-on experience in design (as a UX/UI designer, product designer, or industry professional).
• A strong portfolio and track record of shipping thoughtful design work.
• A clear, structured approach to coaching clients through both technical and career growth.

Coaches set their own hours and rates, host sessions virtually, and partner with our team to deliver a high-quality, supportive experience for every client.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in design (as a UX/UI designer, product designer, or industry professional).
• A strong portfolio and track record of shipping thoughtful design work.
• A clear, structured approach to coaching clients through both technical and career growth.

Requirements

• Experience in teaching core design skills.
• Ability to guide clients on branding and emerging tools.
• Experience in providing career support and guidance.

Benefits

• The chance to join a world-class team helping people achieve their career and educational dreams.
• Work in a collaborative, high-energy environment where your contributions have a direct impact.
• Operate in a fast-paced, AI-native environment.
• Flexible hours and rates for coaches.

Company Description

Leland is building the home for ambition in the age of AI. We connect people with the experts, programs, and communities they need to land the job, get into the school, or upskill for a world being rewritten by AI. We help businesses become AI-native through training, hiring, and infrastructure. Since our founding in 2021, we've helped tens of thousands of people reach their most ambitious goals and raised $19M from world-class investors. Ambition is sacred to us, and we've built a product that takes that seriously.

Leland is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds and demographics to apply.