Application Guide
How to Apply for Graphic Designer (Contract)
at Soluna
🏢 About Soluna
Soluna combines blockchain with renewable energy, offering a unique mission to power high-density computations sustainably. If you're passionate about green tech and crypto, this is a chance to design for a company at the intersection of innovation and environmental responsibility.
About This Role
As a Graphic Designer (Contract), you'll refine pitch decks, create marketing collateral, and ensure brand consistency across digital assets. Your work will directly support Soluna's communication with investors and clients, making complex ideas visually compelling.
💡 A Day in the Life
Start by checking emails and project updates, then prioritize tasks from the marketing team. You might spend the morning refining a pitch deck layout, followed by designing social graphics for a press release. Afternoon could involve updating a case study template, with quick turnaround feedback loops.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Soluna Is Looking For
- Has a portfolio showcasing polished presentations, PDFs, and social media graphics, preferably for tech or energy brands.
- Experienced in maintaining brand systems, with a sharp eye for typography and layout consistency.
- Thrives in a remote, fast-paced environment, able to juggle multiple projects and tight deadlines.
- Responsive and organized, with strong communication skills to collaborate with marketing and leadership teams.
📝 Tips for Applying to Soluna
Tailor your portfolio to include examples of pitch decks, one-pagers, and case studies—highlight layout and typography skills.
Mention any experience with blockchain, renewable energy, or tech startups in your resume or cover letter.
Show how you've maintained brand consistency across multiple asset types (e.g., presentations, social media, PDFs).
Since the role is remote, emphasize your ability to work independently and communicate proactively.
Include a brief note on how you manage shifting priorities, perhaps with a specific example.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
["Your passion for Soluna's mission: merging blockchain with renewable energy.", 'Specific examples of designing presentations and marketing collateral that align with brand guidelines.', 'Your ability to work remotely and handle multiple projects with quick turnarounds.', 'Mention your attention to detail in typography and layout, referencing their requirement for visual consistency.']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Understand Soluna's core product: how they use renewable energy for blockchain computations (e.g., proof-of-work).
- → Review their current website and social media to see existing brand style and asset quality.
- → Read recent press releases or case studies to grasp their tone and messaging.
- → Look into their competitors or partners in the green blockchain space to contextualize their positioning.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting a generic portfolio without presentation or PDF examples—Soluna specifically needs those.
- Ignoring the brand consistency requirement—failing to show how you adhere to style guides.
- Overlooking the contract nature—ensure you're available for the expected workload and timeline.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
Congratulations!