Graphic Designer

Job Title: Graphic Designer

Job Location: Visakhapatnam

Role Summary:

This role is for an experienced graphic designer who works independently, thinks structurally, and treats design as problem solving. The Graphic Designer is expected to research, interpret context, and translate briefs into clear and effective visual communication. The role demands ownership, judgment, and the ability to deliver consistently high quality work across platforms.

Roles and Responsibilities:

● Own the end to end design process for assigned campaigns, initiatives, and institutional requirements.

● Approach briefs analytically, clarify objectives, identify constraints, and propose visual solutions grounded in purpose and audience understanding.

● Independently research references, benchmarks, and visual systems relevant to each assignment.

● Design high quality visual assets across print, digital, social, outdoor, and presentation formats.

● Translate institutional narratives across academics, research, admissions, and reputation building into coherent visual language.

● Ensure all outputs align with GITAM’s visual identity, brand principles, and long term positioning.

● Prepare production ready files and coordinate with printers and vendors when required.

● Maintain high standards of accuracy, consistency, and finish across all deliverables.

● Contribute to improving internal design standards, templates, and visual systems.

Qualifications and Experience

● Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related discipline.

● Five to eight years of professional design experience with strong evidence of independent execution.

● Strong conceptual ability and a structured approach to design problem solving.

● High proficiency in Canva and Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop and Illustrator.

● Comfort working across multiple formats and channels without reliance on prescriptive direction.

● A portfolio that demonstrates clarity of thinking, originality, and consistency of craft.

● Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate design rationale clearly.

● Ability to manage priorities, timelines, and quality in a fast moving environment.