Precision Meets Efficiency: Finding the Perfect Fit in Record Time
This recruitment process was not just about filling a position—it was about aligning the right talent with the right opportunity. By understanding the client’s unique requirements, work culture, and desired skill set, we identified a top-tier candidate within a short time frame, ensuring a seamless match that drives success for both the company and the hire.
Understanding Client Requirement
Role Expectations
- Key Responsibilities:
Design high-quality pitch decks tailored for startups presenting to investors or stakeholders.
Collaborate closely with startups to align with their brand and messaging.
Translate complex concepts into visually engaging and concise slides using tools like Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
Maintain creativity while adhering to business communication principles.
- Requirements
Experience: Proven track record in designing pitch decks; familiarity with startup ecosystems
Skills: Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, typography, color theory, and data visualization.
Availability: Full-time commitment and remote work setup.
Comprehensive Candidate Sourcing Process
Step 1: Initial Candidate Pool
Database Sourcing: Identified 503 candidates with relevant skills in presentation design, visual storytelling, and experience working with startups
Step 2: Screening Process
Resume Screening: Evaluated 138 candidates for technical skills, portfolio quality, and alignment with the client’s requirements
Step 3: Portfolio Review
In-Depth Analysis: Focused on the candidates’ ability to create visually engaging and impactful pitch decks. 44 candidates were shortlisted for interviews.
Step 4: Interviews
Screening based on technical Skills: Assessed 8 shortlisted candidates for:
Design Skills: Expertise in Adobe tools, layout design, and animations.
Communication Skills: Ability to collaborate with clients and translate requirements into designs.
Business Understanding: Familiarity with startup ecosystems and effective visual storytelling.
Panel Interviews: One candidate emerged as the standout choice based on creativity, technical expertise, and ability to align design solutions with client goals.
Hired Candidate
Profile:
Experience: Former roles include Presentation Designer at Vistra International Expansion, where they excelled in crafting engaging reports, and Mantra Events & Promotions, specializing in pitch deck creation.
Skills: Expertise in presentation software, data visualization, animation, template design, and visual storytelling.
Achievements: Recognized for creating high-impact presentations and possessing excellent problem-solving and creative thinking abilities.
Results and Impact
Efficient Recruitment: From 503 candidates, the process streamlined to a top-tier hire in under four weeks.
Cost-Effective Hiring: The client secured a skilled designer within budget and timeline constraints.
Business Alignment: The candidate’s exceptional design and storytelling skills have directly contributed to improving client deliverables, ensuring startups present compelling narratives to investors.
Onboarding Process
The candidate was directly hired and onboarded remotely, ensuring a seamless transition to the client’s team. Their expertise has contributed significantly to the client’s mission of enhancing startup readiness and securing investments.
Recruitment Process
Steps | Process-Flow | No. of Candidates | Sources / Method |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Total Candidate Sourced Pool | 503 | Internal Database pool withRemote, LinkedIn & Indeed Search |
2 | Initial Screening | 138 | Assessed candidates based on technical proficiency, portfolio quality, and alignment with client needs and project requirements |
3 | Resume Evaluation & Internal Round Interview | 44 | Phone call screening & Google Meet Interviews |
4 | Shortlisted Candidates sent to Client | 8 | Shared Curated list via spreadsheet and Resume uploaded in drive |
5 | Technical Interview | 1 | The candidate's design and storytelling expertise enhanced client deliverables, enabling startups to effectively present engaging narratives to investors |
6 | Candidate Finalization and Onboarding | 1 | Reviewed documents, completed background verification, issued offer letter, and successfully helped the client to onboard remotely, ensuring a smooth transition and alignment with the client’s goals |
Conclusion
This case study showcases our expertise in sourcing and hiring talent for niche roles in startup ecosystems. The systematic approach, coupled with an in-depth understanding of the client’s needs, led to a successful recruitment outcome, reaffirming our commitment to delivering excellence in talent acquisition.
