Career Strategy Podcast with Sarah Doody | UX, Product Design, UX Research 161 - UX Hiring Insights with Design Recruiter Jared Tredly from Shopify
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Feb 9, 2026 Jared Tredly, a Shopify design recruiter who builds and scales design teams, talks hiring realities and portfolio pitfalls. He explains how reviewers scan portfolios, why clarity and hierarchy beat flashy visuals, and what separates senior-level signals from junior work. He also covers why micro case studies often win and how to get visibility through Shopify’s design pool.
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No Feedback Is Often A Capacity Problem
- Recruiters juggle dozens of roles and hundreds of applicants, which limits feedback capacity.
- Lack of feedback often stems from time and incentive constraints, not indifference.
Skip ATS Games; Submit Complete Applications
- Don't waste time obsessing over ATS tricks as a designer.
- Submit a complete application and ensure humans can view your portfolio easily instead.
Lead With Work And Keep A Through-Line
- Lead with your work and make your role and focus obvious immediately.
- Use consistent signals across resume, portfolio, and LinkedIn so a recruiter recognizes you instantly.