Instruction Manual Designer

Instruction Manual (IM) Designer

About us

Smartivity STEAM toys make learning fun as the creators of tomorrow create their toys from scratch. Our made-in-India toys help the lil’ ones grasp the fundamentals of science as they build, break, experiment, tinker, and learn through play. Our toys run on STEAM, powering the engine of the mind. STEAM as in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. When kids have fun they not only learn better but also retain their learning better. Smartivity’s mission is to make learning fun and holistic. With Smartivity, learning can be child’s play!

Job Responsibilities/duties-

1.  Follow the product development as executed by the Product assisted by Graphic designer.

2.  Understanding the perception, cognitive abilities, hand-eye coordination, and motor abilities of kids of different age-groups.

3.  Provide the full curated experience of the DIY toy/kit to the kid, as designed, through the medium of a printed IM booklet

4.  Plan the IM booklet design with dates and buffer time to hit the production handover deadline.

5.  Assist the Product designer to test the product with kids of the appropriate age group.

6.  Facilitate precise handover of 3D model and design of the product, to start work on the IM, according to the SOP.

7.  Understand the sequential step-by-step assembly of the product and suggest improvements to the product designer, for ease of assembly.

8. Finalize the sequence of assembly by creating a picture reference sheet for the 3D designer.

9. Work closely and direct the 3D renderer to generate accurate renders according to the syntax.

10. Creatively represent the ‘Gameplay rules’ and ‘Science behind this section’ in conjunction with the Product designer and Content creator.

11. Compile the full IM booklet including Cover pages, Initial pages, Steps of Assembly, Gameplay, and Science Inside sections with accurate part or module names/numbers, Quantities, Sheets, and Pouches etc.

12. Proof-read and check the test-print of the IM to make sure no small errors have been made.

13. Facilitate the export of the file and upload by Project Manager at the set deadlines.

Software Skills:

1. Adobe Indesign (Advanced)
2. Adobe Illustrator (Intermediate)
3. Adobe Photoshop (Intermediate)
4. Keyshot (very basic, 3D Visualizer will handle Keyshot but direction comes from IM designer)

Other Skills:

1. Problem solving skills with a logical approach, validated by user testing.
2. Always following a data and process driven approach while executing projects.
3. Strong written and communication skills with technically inclined vocabulary.
4. Technically proficient with in-depth software knowledge who knows the smartest way around a problem.
5. Being detail oriented in terms of elements used in the IM and how they are perceived by the user.
6. Adaptability to high performance requiring situations, and showing initiative to use and learn new skills.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree or diploma in any discipline, with at least 3 years’ experience in design, graphic or print layout design, instructional design, publishing design, magazine design, Print Media (not advertising), etc.
2. Any past work experience around products or educational material for kids is a positive.

Note- If you wish to apply for the position, kindly send your portfolio to the email address provided below. Otherwise, we won't accept your application.

Share your portfolio on- sakshi@smartivity.in with the Subject line-" Portfolio for IM Designer.