Tuesday, September 20, 2011

Enough.org seeks graphic design intern

Contact Person: Meghan Morgan
Email resume to: eiecommunications@enough.org

If you do not receive a confirmation of receipt within one week of sending your resume, please call (703) 476-7890.

Hours are flexible and can be completed for academic credit. Interns may work remotely.
Graphic Design Internship

• Description: This internship is designed for students with an interest in visual arts, advertising and graphic design. Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Graphic Design Intern will create graphics for Enough Is Enough’s (EIE) Internet Safety 101 campaigns.

• Internship responsibilities: Responsibilities include creating design content for EIE’s web site, online portals, blog posts and email blasts, as well as for EIE’s traditional and social media campaigns.

• Eligibility: Interns must possess a good eye for aesthetic design; be a proficient user of the Adobe Creative Suite; and be able to meet deadlines. Language skills and knowledge of Internet safety, technology, social web and mobile technology issues are a plus for this internship. The intern needs to be proactive, have good organizational skills and be able to handle multiple tasks.

• Compensation: This is an unpaid internship. Interns will have the opportunity to participate in interesting projects and increase the size of their portfolio with work completed for a national campaign, as well as potentially design their own micro projects. This internship can be completed remotely. Remote Interns will keep the Executive Director apprised of progress via email and phone conferences. Hours are flexible.

Wednesday, August 31, 2011

GW Hillel seeks graphic design intern

Position Title: Graphic Design Intern


Position Description:
GW Hillel seeks a graphic design intern to help with the re-branding of the organization on campus. Projects will include the creation of marketing materials and logos for two major campus initiatives; additional projects to be added as needed.

This is a fantastic opportunity for those interested in graphic design and non-profit organizations. The intern will be able to expand their portfolio while supporting a rapidly evolving organization. The position offers great exposure to the inner workings of a non-profit with supportive supervision and leadership development.

Initiative is on the GW campus with flexible hours; 5-10 hours per week, a majority of which can be done from home.

This is a paid internship.

Qualifications:
• Experience with Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Flash, Photoshop or other similar programs; intern must have access to one such program on their personal computer

• Attention to detail with willingness/patience to edit as needed

• Familiarity with web design, marketing/branding experience a plus

• Available for approximately 5-10 hours/week

• Intern is not required to be a GW student


To Apply:
Please submit resume and 3-5 samples of previous graphic design work to GW Hillel Assistant Director Adena Kirstein at adena@gwhillel.org.



Wednesday, August 17, 2011

ESPN 980, Home of the Redskins seeks intern

ESPN 980 Multi-media/Graphic Design Internship

About the Internship
Get the Redskins brand and the ESPN brand on your resume as you get REAL-WORLD experience designing for ESPN 980 - Home of the Redskins! Learn and cultivate graphic design skills that cater to client needs as well as web content needs. From web banners, to newspaper ads, to promotional off-the-wall designs that promote articles, blogs, and breaking news, you'll have plenty to play with.

Description of Ideal Intern
The ideal intern has a great attitude, loves to learn, loves sports (especially NFL and Redskins), is creative, and of course, has some graphic design skills.

Ideal software knowledge/prerequisites
Adobe Photoshop and Fireworks skills are ideal. If you don't know Fireworks, but know Photoshop that's fine because Fireworks is easier to master. Intern must have his/her own laptop.

About the work environment
Environment is laid-back, but professional. People are nice and your supervisor is Mason Alum. Office is located in Rockville, Md at the ESPN 980 Studios (it's a radio station: 94.3FM/92.7FM/980AM).

Testimonials
"My experience at ESPN 980 has been by far the best internship I have done since coming to college. I really felt that my web, design and video skills really improved and the projects that we did really made the experience worthwhile. I've been a sports fan my entire life and being able to create videos with the distinguished radio talent was really neat! I would tell anyone who wants to have a future in sports media needs to know how work the Internet and this internship covers it all. It is a great, fun, learning experience and I would do it all over again if I could!"
~ Amanda from American University

"Coming to intern at ESPN 980 has easily been one of the best experience's of my college career up to this point. The daily tasks I was assigned provided me an opportunity to actually use many of the skills I have worked on in school and on my own. Sports and web design are two great passions in my life, and I was able to tie the two together here more than I could have ever expected. I would highly recommend this internship to anyone looking to learn more about all types of media (because we literally dealt with them all!!!)."
~ TJ from The Catholic University of America

Hours/Days Needed
Tuesday/Thursday flex hours OR M/W/F flex hours

Positions available
Two

Location
ESPN 980 Studios in Rockville, Md

Internship Process
Interested? Email Enzo and answer following questions:
1. Why you're interested in the internship
2. Why you would be a good intern
3. Your school and year
4. Contact info (email + phone #)
5. (Optional) Feel free to attach resumes, sample work, website url's, etc.

Contact Person
Enzo / enzo@redskins.com

GOOD LUCK!

Enzo Giovanni
CREATIVE DIRECTOR OF DIGITAL MEDIA
ESPN 980 - HOME OF THE REDSKINS
ENZO@ REDSKINS.COM
www.espn980.com

G&G Outfitters, Inc. seeks intern

Graphic Design/Marketing Intern

G&G Outfitters, Inc. is currently seeking an energetic college student/recent college graduate to join our in-house marketing department as the graphic design intern. The position is challenging, with great earning potential, and allows you to gain an incredible amount of graphic design and marketing experience while building your portfolio. Student will help shape our marketing department as we grow and have the opportunity to help our Fortune 1000 clients to define and differentiate their business with branded and custom merchandise by the creative and innovative design skills.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Create printed materials, digital materials, proposals, presentations and custom artwork
• Collaborate closely with internal and come external clients on the design of graphics and layouts
• Supervise art production and report to Marketing/Graphic Designer and other Executives on the progress of all graphic design projects
• Collaborate with the Marketing/Graphic Designer on the formulation of the overall marketing strategy
• Assist with development of our social media network sites such as (Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin and blog), seasonal programs, promotions and website maintenance.
• Assist in the creation of visual concepts for web development


QUALIFICATIONS
• Recent graduated or pursuing Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Communications, Multimedia Design or related field
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook/Entourage
• Demonstrated proficiency in QuarkXpress/Indesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat
• Experience with Dreamweaver/Flash on a Mac platform
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work with tight deadlines
• Solid time management and prioritization skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Is self directed and can work independently, as well as in a team structure
• Can take initiative and make decisions as necessary
• High level enthusiasm and initiative

Submission Details
Please send your resume and 5 design samples to Wing Pokrywka, Director of Marketing at wpokrywka@ggoutfitters.com

Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Design Internships at Foreign Policy

Foreign Policy is an award winning
print and online magazine
about global politics, economics,
and ideas. Based in Washington,
DC, Foreign Policy offers individuals
with interest in print and web
graphic design the opportunity to
learn about and participate in the
design and production of both the
bimonthly print publication and the
daily updated web site, Foreign-
Policy.com.
during this internship,
tasks may include assisting with
photo research as well as on the
design of basic magazine layouts,
house ads, promotional pieces,
graphics for print and web, web
advertisements, and event
collateral. Interns will spend 3-4
months working in our office in
Washington, DC. Twenty hours a
week is preferred, and a flexible
schedule can be arranged. Internships
are unpaid.
The ideal candidate will
be organized, self-motivated,
independent and efficient. Design
work will be completed predominately
in Adobe InDesign,
Photoshop, and Illustrator, so
experience with these programs
is required. A good eye for
photography and an interest in
international affairs is a plus.
Flexibility regarding work schedule
during publication deadlines is
appreciated.
To app ly
Please mail or e-mail résumé, cover letter, and a selection of relevant
design samples. If e-mailing samples, please contain them in a reasonably
sized PDF or ZIP file, or provide a URL. Mailed design samples cannot be
returned. Applicants should be prepared to attend an in-person interview
and present a portfolio.
Design Internships at Foreign Policy
Erin Aulov
Deputy Art Director
Foreign Policy magazine
1899 L Street, NW, Suite 550
Washington, DC 20036
If you have additional
questions, contact
Erin Aulov by e-mail:
erin.aulov@foreignpolicy.com.
No phone calls, please.
Foreign policy is
winner of 2009, 2007,
and 2003 National
Magazine Award for
General Excellence
“Serious without being
pompous, deep without
being self-indulgent,
Foreign Policy is an
essential modern
guide to global politics,
economics, and ideas
for people who want
to know what’s really
happening in an
increasingly complicated
world. Foreign
Policy both simplifies
and clarifies complex
topics with crisp,
insightful writing and
clear design.”
—Judges’ Remarks,
2009 National
Magazine Awards
“ForeignPolicy.com is
a daily online magazine
which has become
one of the Web’s
premier destinations
for international news
and opinion. FP has
recruited some of the
sharpest writers in
international politics to
look beyond the day’s
headlines to uncover
overlooked stories and
unique angles.”
-foreignpolicy.com

Monday, August 15, 2011

Graphic Design Internship at Washington FAMILY Magazine

Graphic Design Internship
Washington FAMILY Magazine

Do you have an eye for detail and a need for design? FAMILY Magazine is a
parenting publication catering to 80,000 families around the VA, MD and DC
areas and we’re looking for energetic graphic design interns to assist in
creating our magazine. Not only will you receive your name in our
magazine, but you’ll also learn all the ins and outs of graphic design and
the magazine industry.

All applicants should send their resume to publisher@thefamilymagazine.com.

Requirements:
College credit must be given

Candidates Must Have:
• Knowledge of InDesign CS5, Photoshop CS5, Illustrator CS5
• Familiarity with color modes (CMYK, RGB, etc.)
• Knowledge of web and print resolution
• Good typography skills
• Strong work ethic
• Ability to complete deadlines in a timely manner
• Works well under pressure
• Team player attitude
• Professional demeanor
• Willing and eager to learn
• Basic editing and writing skills
• Consistent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong accountability
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask and work independently


Benefits:
• You’re name and position in our print magazine
• You won’t be grabbing coffee – You’ll work and be treated as part of our
family team.
• Real world work experience
• Flexible schedule
• Always something new to work on as tasks often change daily
• Learn about the magazine industry
• Experience complete cycle for publishing a print magazine
• Letter of recommendation after completion


Job Responsibilities:
• Layout management in InDesign CS5
• Photo and graphics manipulation in Photoshop CS5 and Illustrator
• Advertisement creation and alterations
• Creation of promotional materials
• Article and advertisement insertion
• Performed other art department-related duties
• Assist in various duties as needed


Julien Hittle
Marketing Manager
703-318-1385, Ext. 7#
J.Hittle@theFAMILYmagazine.com
www.theFAMILYmagazine.com



Wednesday, July 27, 2011

GAM Graphics and Marketing Seeks Graphic Design Interns

Postion: 2 Graphic Design Interns

Contact: Dawn Gardner, dawn@gamweregood.com

What to send: A resume and 1 piece of your work (your favorite and the reason why this piece is your favorite). Digital links will be accepted...however, the resume and 1 piece of work will be looked at first.

Hours needed: 16- 24 weekly

We are open Monday- Friday, 9am- 5pm. The ideal would be to have the interns work a full day on alternate days (but we are flexible).

Location of internship: 45969 Nokes Blvd., Suite 130, Sterling, Virginia.

Other: At GAM, we are a comprehensive marketing and graphics studio, with a large, diverse client base. This internship would include design, layout and design according to our print standards, brainstorming concepts and branding ideas as a team and assisting the graphic design team in completion of design jobs.