#HGHires: Graphic Designer

About the company:

Homegrown is an Indian digital youth culture and lifestyle platform for the creative class powered by a digital publication, creative agency, content studio, experiential and a creative network I homegrown.co.in I agency.homegrown.co.in I @homegrownin @homegrownstreet @homegrownvoices

Homegrown is an Indian digital youth culture and lifestyle platform for the creative class. It was started from a passion to 'change the narrative. There was an emergence of independent creators in every realm; people who were defying cultural stereotypes and bringing forth new perspectives. It is a celebration of emerging creative voices and the cultural zeitgeist of contemporary India: being uniquely Homegrown.

At Homegrown, we look for artists who work with taboo topics that are socio cultural in nature. Those who are underrepresented, underfunded, unknown. We look for entrepreneurs with side-hustles, with success stories, stories of failure with spunk. We look for identity-driven narratives that paint a picture of the socio-political struggles of our youth in this country. We look for street-culture and the people shaping it: the fashion designers, the b-boy and hip hop dance groups, the skateboard and rap crews. We look for reminders of the past, of history, of nostalgia. We look for intimacy, for authenticity, for voice. We look for the creators who are driving the creative economies around the country. We look for narratives untold. We are the undercurrents of Indian youth culture; we are what's next, and we are what should be next.

Through our digital media publication we build the identity for emerging voices for all facets of contemporary youth culture; through our agency/content studio we connect brands with today's youth in ways that drive culture forward. Through our experiences we create cultural impact on the ground. We are a platform for every facet of contemporary youth culture and influencers across lifestyle, music, fashion, art, design, culture, food, entrepreneurship, social impact and more

Creative agency, content studio and experiential arm: we have partnered with over 180 leading brands like Nike, adidas, Puma, Bacardi, Converse, Gshock, HP, Fila, HDFC Life, Unicef, ABinBev - Budweiser, Hoegaarden, Corona, Diageo, AirBnB, Levis, CRED, The Taj Group, Audi, Royal Enfield, and several other brands on content, brand campaigns, influencer and event marketing, in the last 6 years.

For your reference, you can take a look at our social media platforms:

www.homegrown.co.in (Publication)

http://agency.homegrown.co.in/ (Agency)

www.instagram.com/homegrownin (Main Account)

www.instagram.com/homegrownstreet (Lifestyle & Street Culture Account)

https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6828210840378900480 (Showreel)

Job Title: Graphic Designer

Experience: 3-5 years 

Location: Mumbai-based

Homegrown is looking for applicants in graphic design. Do you thrive in creative environments and have a strong aesthetic? Are you driven by a keen eye for detail, layout, colour & typography? Does lending your creative vision to build brands & campaigns from scratch excite you? Are you obsessed with experimenting and remain on the pulse of new skills, ideas, narratives and instincts? 

As part of a dynamic team, the role will require your experience with print & digital media to further marketing, social & design campaigns/festivals through engaging visual communication across various channels (online & offline). We are looking for someone who can work across verticals, take direction from written/ spoken ideas and convert them seamlessly into visuals, layouts & content. 

Creativity. Tech chops. Versatility. Knowledge of branding and marketing techniques, with strong insight into youth and contemporary culture, identity, visual arts, music, fashion, street culture and more: The role requires an understanding of various online social platforms like Instagram, Youtube & the Web; as well as offline content: festival branding & advertising. Your graphics should capture the attention of those who see them and communicate the right message.

Roles/Responsibilities

• Relevant agency experience in the related field & strong design aesthetic is a PLUS

• Proficient in Illustrator, Photoshop & Creative Suite programs. 

• A strong balance of identity, typography, and layout skills

• Develop appropriate creative directions and concepts for client objectives

• Conceptualise & produce content for various online & offline platforms including: web pages, festival branding, packaging, advertisements, and other communication material.

• Build campaign/festival & Social identities with a strong understanding of print & production.

• Collaborate across editorial & marketing teams to execute strategy with creative solutions

• Engage in referencing, pitches & deck development

• Ability to adapt & continuously discover/implement new editing technologies and industry’s best practices to maximise efficiency.

• Strong sense of concept development, as well as problem-solving, research and presentation abilities.

• Motion graphics/video editing/3d experience is a PLUS but not mandatory.

Attributes:

• A quick learner who is comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and dynamic environment efficiently.

• Able to confidently articulate and present to senior management and a greater team.

• Strong, open, and persistent communicator

• Ability to work independently, and responsive to constructive feedback

• Strong time management skills and understanding of deadlines.

• Able to identify with Homegrown voice & aesthetic.

Does this sound like you? For consideration, you must submit your resume, online portfolio or a PDF of your work along with a test that will be sent after we review your application.