HAVE DESIGN JOB ADS BECOME TOO SPECIFIC?

Summary from the TLDR Design newsletter

Designers are increasingly frustrated by overly specific job listings that demand sector-specific experience, agency backgrounds, or even niche project types—requirements seen as rigid, exclusionary, and reflective of a risk-averse industry. While some recruiters argue this isn't new, the economic downturn, competitive job market, and social media visibility have amplified the issue, prompting growing debate between hiring for safety versus valuing fresh perspectives.