Open Positions – Mantra

MANTRA stands for ‘Maverick Association for Novelty, Transformation and Radical Augmentation’​ We champion the never-ending quest for a better world and our current focus is to strive for it through innovative project ideas and learning- focused partnerships, especially in the area of schooling and education in urban spaces We believe in the power of human connections and stories to engage and inspire actions. We believe in the need for an association with like-minded people and/or groups and organisations to bring about change in a sustainable manner. We believe in the power of ideas and the power of one. We believe this is our MANTRA FOR CHANGE!

1. Creative Lead

About the role:
We are looking for a powerful, visual storyteller to develop top-notch creatives for our digital and print publications, as well as social media channels. The Creative Lead will be an integral part of the central Communications team, working together with their team members to ideate a visual design strategy which will complement the communications strategy. They will strengthen and amplify our impact narrative, and will take ownership of all visuals created. This is an opportunity to strategize Mantra’s visual communications with members across teams.

Role and responsibilities:

• Creating the visual communication strategy for Mantra, along with the communications team
• Developing high-quality creatives for social media, print and digital publications using tools such as Canva,
• CorelDraw, Illustrator, and Photoshop
• Narrating Mantra’s impact (including case stories) through illustrations, videos, templatized posts, and other brand-aligned format
• Brainstorming creative ideas about internal and external dissemination of our narrative, such as through newsletters and campaigns, and implementing the same
• Working closely with the Digital Communications Lead to ensure brand alignment across all visual communication
• Contributing to and implementing the social media strategy of the organisation, using visual storytelling

You will thrive if:

• You are interested in storytelling for impact.
• You can visualise stories – brownie points if you can visualise data!
• You have an eye for detail, and a wish to do more!

Qualifications:

• A graduate degree in visual design, visual communication, or related, from a recognised university
• Certification in visual editing software (if a graduate of any other discipline) 0-2 years of work experience

What we offer:

• A yearly remuneration package of INR 4,80,000 – 6,00,000
• A hybrid work policy – you can work from home for up to two days in a week
• Health insurance for you and your family
• 38 paid holidays in a year, including public holidays
• One period leave each month for women employees
• A vibrant, fun team to work with and a trust-based work culture

Location: Bengaluru

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2. Digital Communications Lead

About the role:
We are looking for a digital communications expert to drive our digital communications efforts for both external and internal audiences. They will build an impactful narrative about Mantra’s work in education leadership through our digital channels, including our website, and social media handles. They will co-create and drive the digital communications strategy of the organisation, and work closely with the Creative Lead to ensure brand adherence. This is an opportunity to amplify Mantra’s digital presence through online campaigns and events.

Roles and responsibilities:

• Creating the digital communications strategy (internal and external) of the organisation, along with the communications team
• Implementing the strategy across all digital channels, such as the website, social media handles, and others
• Ideating and running campaigns, such as on social media, while adhering to brand guidelines and the brand voice
• Managing Mantra’s social media presence end-to-end, in close collaboration with the Creative Lead
• Supporting the Creative Lead in developing brand collateral
• Leading outreach and dissemination for internal and external events
• Anchoring digital publication efforts and PR pitches of the organisation

You will thrive if:

• You are interested in storytelling for impact.
• You have prior experience in using content management systems and social media management platforms.
• You have an eye for detail and a wish to do more!

Qualifications:
A graduate degree in communications (or similar) from a recognised university 1-2 years of work experience

What we offer:

• A yearly remuneration package of INR 4,80,000 – 6,00,000
• A hybrid work policy – you can work from home for up to two days in a week
• Health insurance for you and your family
• 38 paid holidays in a year, including public holidays
• One period leave each month for women employees
• A vibrant, fun team to work with and a trust-based work culture

Location: Bengaluru

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