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IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking a skilled illustrator and graphic designer to join our curriculum team. In this role, you will work closely with IXL curriculum designers to create engaging images for online materials across multiple subject areas, including math, language arts, science, and social studies. #LI-REMOTE
This is a remote, 1099 consulting role for three months with a possible extension.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING- Create visually appealing images for online materials, including accurate maps, engaging illustrations that complement stories, and mathematically and scientifically precise diagrams and graphs
- Maintain visual consistency and ensure adherence to IXL style guidelines
- Effectively manage multiple illustration projects under tight deadlines
- Revise images based on feedback from curriculum designers
- Strong craftsmanship and illustration skills with a keen eye for design
- The ability to create engaging, clean, kid-friendly illustrations and designs (both SVGs and raster images) that align with IXL's style guidelines
- Experience as an illustrator/graphic designer for online content, preferably in an education-related field
- Proficiency with Adobe Suite, particularly Illustrator
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly through sketches, verbal communication, and written formats
- Excellent attention to detail and strong organization skills
- Proven ability to manage multiple design requests efficiently and meet deadlines
- Experience sourcing and manipulating images from Shutterstock
- A degree in Illustration, Graphic Design, or a related field
- Your resume
- A cover letter under 500 words that addresses what an illustrator should consider when creating educational illustrations for an online platform
- A link to your portfolio
IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example:
- 1 in 4 students in the United States uses IXL.com
- Rosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages
- Wyzant is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects
- Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator-created resources
Our mission is to create innovative products that will make a real, positive difference for learners and educators and we're looking for passionate, mission-minded people to join us in achieving this goal. We have a unique culture at IXL that fosters collaboration and the open exchange of ideas. We value our team and treat one another with kindness and respect. We approach our work with passion, tenacity, and authenticity. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions and we are eager to have you join our team.
At IXL, we value diversity in age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, political and religious beliefs, and life experience, and we are proud to promote a work environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. IXL Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer.What you need to know about the Seattle Tech Scene
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