About SciAstra:
SciAstra, an emerging EdTech platform, helps students figure out their careers in science & research. SciAstra has grown to be a team of more than 60 mentors from premier research institutes worldwide and in India including Harvard, Oxford, Max Planck, IISc, IITs, IISERs, etc. We have an active community of over 1,60,000 dedicated students receiving career guidance and support.
Recognized as the best Student Startup by the Government of Odisha and selected amoung the top 30 startups in the country by the Government of India, the platform supports students preparing for various research entrance exams for IISc, IISERs, NISER, ISI, CMI, IACS, etc.
Job Description:
We are seeking a talented and creative Graphic Designer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in thumbnail creation for YouTube channels, posters, UI/UX design, etc. You will work closely with our content creators, marketing team, and developers to create visually appealing and user-friendly designs that enhance the overall learning experience for our students.
Responsibilities:
Create eye-catching and effective thumbnails for our YouTube videos and other online content.
Design posters, banners, and other marketing materials for online and offline promotions.
Develop creative memes and other social media content to engage and entertain our audience.
Design and develop engaging UI/UX interfaces for our website.
Collaborate with the content and marketing teams to ensure all designs align with our brand identity and goals.
Stay updated with the latest design trends and tools to continuously improve the quality of our visual content.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Qualifications:
Proven experience in thumbnail creation, graphic Design, UI/UX Design, or similar role.
Strong portfolio showcasing your skills in thumbnails, UI/UX design, posters, and meme creation.
Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD), Figma, Sketch, etc.
Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory and layout techniques.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to think creatively and produce innovative designs.
Familiarity with EdTech industry trends is a plus.
Started in March 2021 from a hostel room and a small YouTube channel, SciAstra has grown to include over 60 mentors from premier research institutes of the world and India like Harvard, Oxford, Max Planck, IISc, IISERs, etc. We believe education should go beyond cracking competitive exams. Our focus is to foster critical thinking in students, moving beyond rote memorization for exam qualifications. We aspire to guide students to think like scientists!
Our services include comprehensive guidance for prestigious institutes such as IISERs, NISER, IISc Bangalore, ISI, CMI, and others. We also assist students in preparing for research entrance exams like IAT, NEST, ISI, CMI, IACS, and more.
Our results:
1. Over 600+ selections in IISERs
2. Over 100+ selections in NISER and CEBS
3. AIR 1 in IAT, AIR 12 in NEST, AIR 13 in KVPY
4. Over 10000 students mentored through our courses
5. An active community of over 1,00,000 dedicated students receiving career guidance and support.
