Goldeneye (Lead UI/UX Designer):
When I saw that XTRABYTES was recruiting new graphic designers, I jumped at the chance. It was the perfect way to combine my interest in blockchain technology with my desire to engage in graphic design. The XTRABYTES team gave me the opportunity to grow and develop. They started me off as a junior designer, albeit one who needed to update skills mastered 15 years ago. So I was given time to get reacquainted with the tools needed for the job. I began working on smaller designs and gradually moved upward. The nice thing about working at XTRABYTES is that you get rewarded if you deliver. And that is how I was promoted to expert designer.
Being an expert designer meant that I could work on larger designs and become more involved in their underlying aspects. By showing my enthusiasm and involvement, management rewarded me with a promotion to senior designer. This position meant I could take the lead on the design aspects of several projects entrusted to me. It also allowed me to work more closely with my fellow designers. They not only turned out to be excellent at their jobs but very cool guys as well. Thus, the time I spend working with them on any one project is very gratifying.
However, my most significant opportunity was yet to come. That occurred when I was asked to become part of the UI/UX team and help design the ‘face’ for XTRABYTES. For me, this was a chance to create designs that would be viewed worldwide (and there is nothing more fulfilling for a designer than viewing other people enjoy your creation). Being able to join the UI/UX team was a tremendous opportunity and one that has given me great pride and satisfaction. Working at XTRABYTES not only allowed me to become more creative, it has also rekindled a sense of pride in what I create (particularly since I’m able to share my creations with others).
Ilias (Senior Designer):
“I like working with my teammates most in my job. I probably wouldn’t reach this design level without their help. They have been there every time I have needed help, particularly with their on-point tips. I am confident that our design team can achieve any task requested by management (and on a high-quality level as well). While I don’t know how the other XTRABYTES teams cooperate, if they have the same team spirit and skill level as our team has… Oh my..! Hold on tight guys… !!”
Mica (Senior Designer):
“To be a competent designer requires more than technical skill. It requires being highly adaptive and in tune with your environment, as these traits inform one’s feel for a company’s global vision. These clues are hiding in plain sight. Consider how often we involuntarily assimilate visuals in society. Frequently viewed, they not only remain in our memory but impart subtle meaning as well. Logos are a prime example of this, as they’re quickly perceived by the brain, even subconsciously. Similarly, readers rarely spend much time considering the quality of an article’s banner design. Instead, the reader desires to read what interests him. However, the reader will immediately notice a missing banner design as it leaves the articles without added context.
As a designer, I fully appreciate all the steps involved in the design-creation process (researching, reflecting, drafting, and online production). Moreover, I find it very satisfying to witness positive reactions to my work (particularly when they come from my design supervisors!). Such feedback reaffirms my perspective about meeting the project’s requirements.”
FanMan (Junior Designer):
“I am very excited to work for XTRABYTES as the technology they’re set to deliver is beyond any other! Working as a designer in one of the most-promising blockchain companies around really thrills me! Superb cooperation exists between all the guys in the designers’ department and the leadership team (not to mention other departments and their leadership team). My designing skills have skyrocketed these past few months thanks to my fellow designers. They happen to be the best around! Moreover, they are thoroughly professional and always eager to help. Thank you XTRABYTES!”
STE3001 (Junior Designer):
“I like to create graphic designs for the company, first because it gives me the opportunity to create beautiful graphics with the help of my managers, and secondly because the climate that prevails on our team (and the company in general) is so amazingly positive. It fills me with energy! I like it so much that I consider it more and more like a hobby! I love opening up discord every day to check for team and company updates! Thank you, XTRABYTES.…I’m living the dream!”
Marc (Video editor/Narrator Voice-over):
“I love being involved in such a great project and such an amazing team. I truly believe in our company and what we are trying to achieve. Being able to contribute to this project using the skills I’ve gained in my professional life has given me a great amount of pride and satisfaction.”