Job Opportunity for Sr. Associate/ Associate Graphic Designer at Samhita in Mumbai

Organisation Overview (Samhita.org)

Samhita is a social impact consulting firm, with a vision to build a ‘better normal’. The better normal reimagines business environments where social value is an integral aspect of growth, putting stakeholders and environmental guardianship at the center of business strategy, a strategy that evolves from inputs to outcomes, from individuals to ecosystem, and from delivering services to building capacity and enabling the market.

To do this, we support companies to align their core competencies with the needs of the social sector, and build catalytic partnerships with stakeholders with in-depth knowledge and networks to execute sustainable, outcome-oriented social impact initiatives. This approach bridges the gap between purpose and action, and forges business responsibility strategies that balance people, profit and planet, thereby creating a better normal for communities, environments and businesses.

Objectives of this role

● Work on a wide range of projects and media, using various software programs to visualize and develop innovative graphic designs that meet business goals

● Obtain input from managers to ensure that designs meet organizational standards and brand expectations, express ideas accurately, and represent the company or client appropriately

● Work independently as well as cooperatively with the marketing team to meet deadlines, stay within budget, and schedule project implementation based on workload, which may include five or more simultaneous projects

● Examine existing processes, identify flaws, and create solutions that improve design capabilities

● Update and maintain internal databases for designs, photography, and videos

Responsibilities

● Collaborate, brainstorm, and strategize with the team on a wide range of materials that may include web pages, presentations, programming collateral, internal communications, newsletters, and marketing materials

● Translate strategic direction into high-quality design within an established brand identity

● Develop content for Social media.

● Develop concepts by hand or with software, and execute original content by determining the ideal usage of color, text, font style, imagery, and layout

● Manage the design and uploading process for all project materials, based on best practices for using a content management system

● Use trend intelligence and knowledge of historical and current markets when designing and executing specific classifications

● Study design briefs and determine requirements

● Conceptualize visuals based on requirements

● Creative visual approach while designing Ad creative, print ads, merchandising, etc

● Prepare rough drafts and present ideas

● Develop illustrations, logos, and other designs using in-market design tools

● Create short videos using the latest software as per the requirement

● Use the appropriate colors and layouts for each graphic

● Work with copywriters and the creative director to produce the final design

● Establish creative direction for the company

● Test graphics across various media

● Amend designs after feedback

● Ensure final graphics and layouts are visually appealing and on-brand

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

● Exceptional creativity and innovative design skills

● 5+ or more years of experience (academic and professional) with design software, including Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Dreamweaver

● Excellent communication and presentation skills

● Organizational and time-management skills for meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment

● Should have animation skills, and be able to edit videos, professionally.

● Desire to continue building a skill set with education and training

● Three or more years of experience in professional graphic design, preferably with a creative or marketing agency

● Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in graphic design, art, or a related discipline

● Working knowledge of CSS3, HTML5, and JavaScript

● Knowledge of WordPress and content management systems

● Photography experience and proficiency with photo-editing software

Work Location: Preferably based in Mumbai

Why Samhita?

● Make a big difference: Take, Own and implement.

● Leadership: This is the perfect opportunity to go beyond traditional roles and lead cutting edge
Management and Research strategies. The candidate shall work alongside the brightest minds, in an
environment that fosters growth and creativity

● Impact: Working with Samhita will provide you with an opportunity to bring about a positive change in the lives of millions

● Work Culture: Samhita has a team of young, hard-working, and dynamic individuals who strive for excellence while maintaining a humble outlook. Our work has been strengthened and supported by
international and domestic donor agencies and foundations such as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, The Rockefeller Foundation, Tata Trusts, GIZ, DFID, the World Bank, International Finance Corporation, UNDP and the Power of Nutrition.

● Learning: Increase your problem-solving capabilities by delving into complex challenges.

How to apply: Forward your Linkedin page or CV to careers@samhita.org, you can also apply on our
careers page.