Turn Stories of Change Into Visuals People Remember.

Good design can make a message clearer.

Great design can make people feel something, understand something, and act on it.

At Lighthouse Communities Foundation, we work with underserved youth to create pathways to skills, employment, and sustainable livelihoods.

We are looking for a Junior Visual Designer to join our Communications team and help bring those stories to life.

From a social media post that makes someone stop scrolling, to a campaign that brings an issue into focus, to an event backdrop that makes an achievement feel meaningful — your work will help make the people, stories, and impact of Lighthouse more visible.

If you're early in your design career, have a strong visual eye, enjoy experimenting with ideas, and want your work to have a purpose beyond aesthetics, we'd love to see your portfolio.

About Lighthouse Communities Foundation

Lighthouse Communities Foundation (LCF) works in the areas of skilling, employability, and livelihoods for underserved youth.

Our Lighthouse model brings together Government, Corporates, NGOs, and Communities to create sustainable pathways towards socio-economic transformation.

We work through a Public-Private Partnership model where different stakeholders contribute their resources, expertise, and networks to create opportunities for young people.

Our work is guided by four values:

Empathy | Inclusion | Integrity | Courage

Your Role: Make Impact Visible

As a Junior Visual Designer, you'll work closely with the Communications team and internal stakeholders to turn ideas and briefs into clear, engaging, consistent, and purposeful visual communication.

Your work will span both digital and print, giving you the chance to build a diverse portfolio while working on real campaigns and organisational initiatives.

What You Will Create

Design for Digital

- Create social media creatives, banners, campaign assets, and other digital collaterals.
- Develop visual assets for Lighthouse programs and organisational initiatives.
- Adapt designs across different platforms, formats, and screen sizes.
- Maintain consistency with Lighthouse's visual identity and brand guidelines.

Design for the Real World

Not everything happens on a screen.

You will also create:

- Posters
- Standees
- Backdrops
- Invitations
- Certificates
- Signage
- Stage branding
- Event collaterals
- Other print materials

You'll learn how to take a design from an initial concept to a production-ready asset.

Turn Briefs Into Ideas

- Understand creative briefs and the communication objective behind them.
- Explore different visual directions and concepts.




- Translate information and stories into simple, engaging visual narratives.
- Incorporate feedback and refine designs effectively.
- Work within brand guidelines while bringing your own creative thinking to the work.

Explore Different Visual Languages

You will work with a variety of visual elements, including:

- Photography
- Typography
- Illustration
- Colour
- Composition
- Layout
- Icons and graphic elements

The goal isn't simply to make something “look good.”

It's to make sure the right message reaches the right audience in the right way.

Collaborate & Deliver

- Work with internal teams to understand their communication needs.
- Coordinate with printers, production partners, and external vendors when required.
- Manage timelines and deliverables effectively.
- Organise editable design files and creative assets so that the team can easily access and reuse them.
- Respond positively and professionally to feedback.

Keep Learning

Design is constantly changing.

You'll have opportunities to:

- Explore emerging visual and design trends.
- Experiment with new creative approaches.
- Explore AI-enabled design and creative tools.
- Learn from feedback and real-world projects.
- Build your design thinking and communication skills.

The Tools You Need to KnowNon-Negotiable

You should have practical working experience with:

- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Canva

Your portfolio must demonstrate your ability to use these tools.

Good to Have

Experience with any of the following will be an advantage:

- Adobe InDesign
- After Effects
- Premiere Pro
- Basic motion graphics
- Short-form video
- AI-powered creative/design tools

Who Are We Looking For?

Education & Experience

- Graduate preferred.
- 0–2 years of experience in graphic design, visual design, communication design, or a related area.
- Fresh graduates with a strong portfolio are encouraged to apply.

Design Skills

You should have a good understanding of:

- Typography
- Colour
- Composition
- Layout
- Visual hierarchy
- Digital design
- Print design
- Brand consistency

Communication

- Strong proficiency in English.
- Proficiency in at least one of the following is required: Hindi, Marathi, Odia, or Telugu.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.




- Ability to understand a brief and communicate your design thinking clearly.

You'll Thrive in This Role If...

You're someone who:

- Notices when something is visually “off” before anyone else does.
- Is curious about why a design works — not just whether it looks good.
- Can take a straightforward brief and explore multiple creative directions.
- Isn't afraid to ask questions before jumping into design.
- Takes feedback as part of the creative process.
- Cares about the details without losing sight of the bigger message.
- Enjoys experimenting with new tools and formats.
- Can balance creativity with deadlines and brand guidelines.
- Wants to use design to tell stories that matter.

Your Portfolio Is Your Introduction

Portfolio submission is mandatory.

We'd love to see work that demonstrates your ability across:

- Social media creatives
- Campaigns
- Banners
- Posters
- Print collaterals
- Event materials
- Digital communication

Your portfolio should also demonstrate practical proficiency in Illustrator, Photoshop, and Canva.

If a project was created as part of a team, please clearly mention your individual contribution.

We're interested not only in the final visual, but also in seeing how you think as a designer.

Why Join Lighthouse?

Design With a Purpose

At Lighthouse, your work won't disappear into a generic marketing campaign.

Your designs will help tell stories about:

Young people finding their first opportunity.

Communities discovering new possibilities.

Learners building skills.

People moving towards employment and sustainable livelihoods.

Teams working together to create social change.

You'll get exposure to campaigns, events, digital communication, organisational storytelling, and social impact — while building a portfolio with work that has a real-world purpose.

You'll also work alongside a team that values:

Empathy. Inclusion. Integrity. Courage.

Ready to Make Impact Visible?

If you believe that good design can make stories more powerful, communication more accessible, and impact more visible, we want to see what you can create.

Role: Junior Visual Designer

Location: Aundh, Pune

Experience: 0–2 Years

Employment: Full-time

Department: Corporate Development

Apply at [email protected] mentioning the role in subject line.

Portfolio submission is mandatory. Please keep your portfolio link ready as part of your application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Learn more about Lighthouse Communities Foundation:

https://lighthousecommunities.org

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹22,000.00 per month

Benefits

- Cell phone reimbursement
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

📌 Junior Visual Designer – Social Impact & Communication (Aundh)
🏢 LCF (Lighthouse Communities Foundation)
📍 Aundh