Graphic Design Internship

SUMMARY

The Graphic Design Intern will assist a client team to produce newsletters, advertisements, flyers, brochures and related collateral from existing examples and to occasionally create or update designs.

The incumbent will work independently on small or rush projects and manage multiple tasks. 

Typical requests will include photo resizing and retouching, chopping up Photoshop files and coding into HTML, typesetting for page headlines, and page layout. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES ·          Create brochures, advertisements, flyers and other collateral from existing examples ·          Produce newsletters ·          Design new ads ·          Typeset page headlines and create layouts Requirements: ·          Graphic Design degree in process.  Previous BA/BS degree or Associate’s Degree or equivalent desirable.  ·          Minimum of 1 year of work experience in graphic design desirable ·          Good Communication Skills required ·          Excellent interpersonal skills ·          Strong detail orientation and commitment to high quality work ·          Strong organizational skills ·          Ability to take initiative and multi-task ·          Demonstrated eagerness and ability to learn in a fast paced environment ·          Computer Proficiency (MS Office, Excel, PPT and Word) required ·          Adobe Creative Suites 5 or higher preferred ·          Proficient in HTML, CSS ·          Proficient in Dreamweaver, Illustrator, Photoshop and In Design WORK ENVIRONMENT This internship will run for up to 3 months between mid-September and mid-December.  Staff Management provides the seasonal workforce for distribution centers nationwide and we are approaching peak hiring season.  Design requests will require a quick turnaround so flexibility, organization and a ‘can-do’ attitude are essential.  * Note: This job description provides a general description of the responsibilities of this position and is not meant to be all encompassing. Job descriptions will be updated periodically; however, changes to the responsibilities of the position may change before the job description can be updated. This job description does not constitute a guarantee of employment for any length of time, and either party can sever the employment relationship at any time with or without notice. To apply:  please contact Lindsay Sandbothe - Career Services Coordinator at the American Academy of Art at lsandbothe@aaart.edu.