I’m hiring a graphic designer for 4 months.
Below is a short FAQ based on the questions I usually get. If you’re still interested after reading, there’s a form at the end to get in touch.
1. What’s the role? What kind of background are you looking for?
Graphic designer.
You should have at least 3–4 years of professional experience. Your primary interest should be in graphic design (not illustration). You’ll need strong typography skills and a sharp eye for detail.
2. What kind of work will I be doing? Who are the clients?
You’ll be implementing brand design systems across a range of outputs — posters, brochures, catalogues, in-store branding, and communication materials. Some projects might also involve creating or evolving brand systems.
Clients include Godrej group, Birla Opus, Pidilite, and Asian Paints.
3. Is this full-time? Can I work part-time or freelance? Is it remote?
This is a full-time, remote position.
If you’re based outside India, please note: our clients are India-based, and you’ll be expected to work within Indian time zones.
4. I don’t have much experience but I’m eager to learn. Can I still apply?
Yes, you can.
But I’ll be upfront — you’ll be learning on the job, and it might be harder without prior experience. Design school won’t prepare you for the realities of implementing design for large-scale organisations, but if you’re ready to work hard and learn fast, I’m open to it.
5. What’s the pay?
The current budget is up to ₹60,000/month, based on your experience and portfolio.
That said — if you can convince me you’re worth more, I’m listening.
6. What’s the duration of the role?
Immediate start, through to mid-November.
There’s a possibility of extending into a longer-term role after that, if things work out.
7. How big is the team? Who will I be working with?
We’re currently 6 people, and never more than 10.
Why? Read this — it’ll explain why we choose to stay small.
You’ll be working directly with everyone on the team.
I have written a post previously when I was hiring for a full-time position — you can read it to get an idea of how we look at hiring when it comes to permanent, full time positions.
What is it like working with you?
This is a question that most people want to ask but usually don’t. It is important to know the person you will be working with. I do that all the time. I google and check out LinkedIn profiles before heading into a meeting with people I have never met.
I asked a few people whom I have worked with to give the answer. Uncensored. You could reach out to them and ask more.
Learn, unlearn, discover, doodle, explore, laugh, solve. I grab any opportunity to work with this design thinker. – Swati Dua
Super fussy, but not very controlling, there’s a lot of creative space to think around a specific problem. Always fun. – Ashish Satapathy
It was a lot of fun to work with Kay. Because of the kind of freedom I would always get while working on the projects with him, the process was very exciting and the outcome was always unique! I would always get lost in his insane book collection! He introduced me to ‘The Elements Of Typographic Style’ book and I can’t thank him enough for it. – Urvi Shah
Kay doesn’t beat around the bush – his feedback is very direct and gets straight to the point, and can also do severe damage. He always demands more from you and pushes you to be better and think bigger. – Genevieve Vanspall
You need to have a reasonable logic for everything you do with Kay, but if he finds something you can’t explain… he will give you a look that will send chills down your spine and you’ll be doing the walk of shame with your work. BUT. After two conversations he’s a lil puppy. – Hafsah Parkar
Working with Kay has always felt like being in a creative playground where you are free to experiment, fail, learn, discover your own potential, take risks, get inspired, create fantastic stuff, and have a crazy amount of fun. PS: He is really funny! – Payal Khandelwal
Open to engaging with unconventional ideas, metaphors and materiality. Be ready to see them through to their smallest details. Working with Kay will never be boring! – Viniyata Pany
Kay is the most energetic, enthusiastic and eclectic person I’ve met. He knows way too much about way too many things – keeps ALL conversations interesting – and hilarious. My 2 fav things about working with Kay were that 1. he always approaches design with an open mind (which is a rare quality), and 2. Cake is very sacred to him – Ishika Mukherjee
Kay Khoo is brilliantly creative with an eye of a hawk. Every time we come together magic happens. We did a bunch of experimental films together. When we do he reminds me of “a smile in the mind” book. A witty thinker. He creates an environment for the team where there is no room for mental sweat but pushes you to explore the unseen. – Rajesh Thomas
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