Graphic Design Intern

SUMMARY The Graphic Design Intern will support the Creative Director, design team, and Marketing Department with projects that develop targeted, creative solutions to brand strategies and internal communications in printed and digital mediums. The Intern will also assist in maintaining the digital asset archive and building production deliverables for product packaging and design concepts. RESPONSIBILITIES Help with the production of daily tasks such as updating product packaging within designs, creating product mockups, and recreating files in new formats for digital and print initiatives. Maintain organized design files and asset links. As requested, assist with design projects related to company initiatives (social media, digital marketing, marketing/advertising, and sales materials, etc.). Collaborate with external agencies and vendors for projects as needed. Aid in archiving creative files in asset management system. Communicate key learning/insights to supervisors and internal clients. REQUIREMENTS Current college or graduate student in good standing, studying design. Educational concentration in graphics or web design preferred. Excellent knowledge of design principles, typography, and color theory Proficient in Mac OS, Adobe Creative Cloud Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Microsoft PowerPoint Organized and detail oriented. Enthusiastic team player with a positive attitude Self-starter capable of delivering on goals. Strong writing skills a plus! Ability to be a creative thinker as well as an active listener. Demonstrates personal integrity, honesty, and accountability. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee in order to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. KNOWLEDGE,SKILLS and ABILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Analytical – Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures. Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Works well in group problem solving situations. Technical Skills – Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. Customer Service – Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things. Oral Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings. Written Communication – Writes clearly and informatively; Able to read and interpret written information. Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed. Ethics – Treats people with respect; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization’s goals and values. Strategic Thinking – Adapts strategy to changing conditions. Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and objectives. Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Quantity – Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Adaptability – Adapt to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. #J-18808-Ljbffr