Junior Graphic Designer

Employment Details

Communications & Branding | On-site (Kolkata, West Bengal) | Full-Time | 0–2 years experience | Compensation: 3-4 LPA

Role Overview

This role is being created to strengthen IAC’s visual communication and storytelling across platforms. The Junior Graphic Designer will play a key role in translating IAC’s mission into compelling visual narratives, enhancing brand consistency and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

1. Design & Content Creation:

Create visual assets including social media graphics, presentations, brochures, and reports

Design logos, illustrations, and branding elements aligned with IAC’s identity

Develop engaging visual storytelling formats for campaigns and outreach

Edit and refine existing design assets as required

2. Branding & Visual Identity:

Ensure consistency across all brand touchpoints

Support the evolution of IAC’s visual language and design systems

Apply typography, colour theory, and layout principles effectively

Contribute to innovative branding solutions for different verticals

3. Illustration & Creative Development:

Create original illustrations for campaigns, educational content, and storytelling

Adapt illustration styles to suit different audiences (children, caregivers, professionals)

Collaborate on visual concepts that simplify complex ideas through design

4. Collaboration & Coordination:

Work closely with communications, program, and research teams

Translate briefs into high-quality visual outputs

Incorporate feedback and iterate designs efficiently

Manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines

5. Trends & Quality Control:

Stay updated with design trends and tools

Ensure high-quality output with attention to detail

Maintain organised design files and version control

Key Outcomes

Consistent and high-quality visual branding across all IAC platforms

Increased engagement on digital and offline communication materials

Development of a strong visual storytelling library (including illustrations)

Timely delivery of design assets for campaigns and organisational needs

Must-Have Requirements

Proficiency in graphic design and visual communication

Strong skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.)

Solid understanding of typography, layout, and branding principles

Ability to create original illustrations and visual concepts

Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

Good communication and collaboration skills

Willingness to work on-site in Kolkata

Preferred Skills

0–2 years of relevant design experience

Experience working with non-profits or social impact organisations

Familiarity with motion graphics or basic animation

Exposure to accessibility-focused or inclusive design practices

Growth Opportunity

Opportunity to work on a large-scale, mission-driven project with national impact

Exposure to multidisciplinary teams including research, clinical, and community programs

Scope to grow into a mid-level designer or branding specialist role

Opportunity to shape the visual identity of a pioneering organisation in the neurodiversity space

About India Autism Center

India Autism Center (IAC) is a not-for-profit organisation aiming to build a comprehensive ecosystem of support, training, research, and lifelong residential living solutions for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families. Through our residential facility, professional training initiatives, community engagement efforts, and knowledge development work, we aspire to enable greater independence, dignity, and quality of life for individuals with autism across India.