Application Guide
How to Apply for Production Designer (Contract)
at Mozilla
🏢 About Mozilla
Mozilla is a non-profit-backed technology company that has been shaping the internet for over 25 years, known for its privacy-focused products like Firefox. Working here means contributing to a mission-driven organization that prioritizes people over profits, with a global community of passionate contributors.
About This Role
As a Production Designer, you'll lead the visual execution of creative assets across film, advertising, and digital media, ensuring consistency from concept to completion. Your work directly impacts how Mozilla communicates its mission and products to millions of users worldwide.
💡 A Day in the Life
You'll start your day by checking in with the creative team via Slack, reviewing project briefs and deadlines. You'll spend time refining visual assets in design software, collaborating with producers and creative directors to ensure alignment, and preparing files for handoff to various platforms. Throughout the day, you'll juggle multiple projects, ensuring each maintains Mozilla's high standards for visual consistency.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Mozilla Is Looking For
- Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proficient in industry-standard design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Figma) and familiar with motion graphics or video editing.
- Experienced in collaborating with cross-functional teams (creative directors, producers, marketers) to deliver high-quality assets on time.
- Able to maintain brand consistency while adapting to various formats and platforms.
- Self-motivated and adaptable, comfortable working in a remote, fast-paced environment.
📝 Tips for Applying to Mozilla
Tailor your portfolio to showcase production design work for digital and video, highlighting your role in maintaining visual consistency across projects.
In your resume, quantify your impact (e.g., 'Managed production of assets for a campaign reaching 5M users').
Research Mozilla's design language and incorporate its visual style into your application to demonstrate your fit.
Highlight your experience with remote collaboration tools (e.g., Slack, Zoom, Figma) and your ability to work independently.
Follow the application instructions precisely, and if possible, include a brief note on why you're passionate about Mozilla's mission.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
["Emphasize your alignment with Mozilla's mission to make the internet better for people.", 'Highlight your experience in production design for marketing campaigns, especially in film or digital media.', 'Showcase your ability to collaborate with creative teams and manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.', 'Mention any specific projects where you ensured visual consistency across various media.']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Review Mozilla's brand guidelines and design principles to understand their visual identity.
- → Explore recent Mozilla marketing campaigns (e.g., Firefox, Pocket) to see their production quality and style.
- → Read about Mozilla's mission and impact, including their focus on privacy and open-source software.
- → Check out Mozilla's blog or newsroom for updates on their latest initiatives.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting a generic portfolio that doesn't showcase production design skills or relevant work.
- Ignoring the specific requirements for the role, such as experience with film or digital media.
- Failing to demonstrate an understanding of Mozilla's mission and why it matters to you.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
Congratulations!