Concept Assistant (Contract, Remote) — Atinudah Concepts / TheHRHive

This Concept Assistant contract role gives creative students and early-career designers a real chance to work on event concepting, moodboards, and experiential storytelling. You’ll support the Concept Designers and Concept Lead at Atinudah Concepts, sourcing visuals, formatting decks, and helping shape ideas from brief to visual direction.

Why this role matters

Event and experiential work starts in the early, messy idea phase. A strong Concept Assistant turns a scattered brief into a clear visual story. This role builds foundational skills used across stage design, brand activations, and campaign creative—making it perfect for designers who want hands-on learning and portfolio-ready projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Source high-quality imagery and references for moodboards and creative decks.
• Organize visual flows that match brand tone, event goals, and audience experience.
• Assist in deck creation: layout, placeholder visuals, and light copy support.
• Participate in brainstorms and contribute ideas for themes and activations.
• Research trends in culture, design, and event experiences to strengthen storytelling.
• Maintain an internal library of references, inspiration boards, and project folders.

Who we’re looking for

• 1–2+ years experience in visual research, creative projects, or design (student projects and internships count).
• A strong visual eye and storytelling sense.
• Familiarity with Pinterest, Canva, Figma, Google Slides (bonus: Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop/InDesign).
• Organized file-structuring, attention to layout quality, and task tracking skills.
• Comfort working remotely, receiving feedback, and iterating quickly.
• Proactive, collaborative attitude and eagerness to learn.

Nice-to-have (bonuses)

• Experience designing for events, campaigns, or stage activations.
• Light animation or motion-design skills.
• Knowledge of spatial design, interior styling, or set aesthetics.
• Familiarity with Google Sheets, Notion, or Trello for project tracking.
• An online portfolio or sample deck (personal work welcome).

Contract Details & Salary

Location: Remote (Lagos-based candidates preferred)
Employment Type: Contract
Salary: Attractive (details on application)

How to Apply

Send your Resume to: thehrhive@gmail.com
Use the Job Title “Concept Assistant” as the email subject. Include a link to your portfolio or a short sample deck if available.

Sample CV

Sample Cover Letter

Sample Motivation Letter

Sample Reference / Email

Interview Preparation Guide

Role-Specific Questions (8–12)

• How do you build a moodboard from a brief?
• Which sources do you use for high-quality visual references?
• How do you structure and name files for a creative project?
• Tell us about a time you turned feedback into an improved design.
• How would you approach sourcing visuals for a sustainability-themed event?
• Which design tools are you most comfortable with and why?
• How do you keep inspiration boards organized for team use?
• Describe a small project where your visual research influenced the final concept.

General Interview Questions (5–7)

• Tell me about yourself and your design interests.
• Why do you want to work with Atinudah Concepts?
• How do you prioritize tasks under tight deadlines?
• Describe a challenge you faced working remotely and how you solved it.
• Where do you see your creative career in two years?

Suggested Talking Points

• Walk interviewers through your moodboard process step-by-step.
• Show examples (links) and explain your role and choices.
• Highlight ability to organize assets and follow brand tone.
• Be honest about skills you’re learning—show growth mindset.

Do’s & Don’ts (for interviews and sample work)

• Do: Share a concise portfolio link and 3–5 best samples.
• Do: Explain your decision-making for visuals.
• Do: Be punctual and test your remote setup.
• Don’t: Overload your portfolio with low-quality images.
• Don’t: Say you know tools you can’t demonstrate.
• Don’t: Neglect file naming and folder structure—show professionalism.

Preparation Checklist

• Update resume and include a portfolio link or PDF deck.
• Prepare 2–3 short case notes explaining your sample work.
• Clean workspace and ensure stable internet for interviews.
• Have quick access to your favorite design tools for demos.

Extra Pro Tips

• Keep moodboards tight—focus on 6–9 strong visuals per concept.
• Use consistent image credits and sources in your archive.
• Practice pitching a concept in 60–90 seconds to improve clarity.

Tips to Work With Atinudah Concepts (Overview & Workflow)

1. Overview

A Concept Assistant supports early-stage creative development by sourcing visuals, building moodboards, and preparing decks. This role is critical because early visual decisions shape the event’s look, feel, and audience experience.

2. Step-by-Step Process

Brief received → Visual research & sourcing → Moodboard assembly → Draft deck creation → Team review & feedback → Iterate → Finalize references and asset library.

3. Illustrative Example (Problem → Solution)

• Problem: Client wants a nostalgic, modern wedding activation but provides vague directions.
• Solution: Assistant curates a moodboard with vintage textures, modern color palettes, and layout references; designers use this to build the final concept and supplier list.

4. Learning & Resources

• Free: Pinterest & Skillshare short courses on moodboarding (search “moodboard basics”).
• Professional: Coursera’s “Graphic Design” or Udemy’s “Figma for UX/UI” courses.
• Advanced: Degree or diploma programs in Visual Communication or Set & Stage Design.

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