We're Hiring: Graphic Design Intern

Vanguard Public Affairs — a leading Lansing-based public affairs and strategic communications firm — is seeking a motivated graphic design intern for its art department.

You must submit a cover letter, resume and electronic portfolio in order to be considered for this position.

Electronic Portfolios can be submitted by:

• Providing a web address for your online portfolio in your resume or cover letter

• Attaching a PDF file to your application

The graphic design intern will work with the Creative Director and Digital Media Manager to support visual communications with Vanguard Public Affairs and its clients. Through collaboration and research, the graphic design intern is responsible for creating seamless and effective art for clients, including: simple websites (using Wix), social media graphics, email marketing campaign graphics (using Mailchimp), drafting social media posts, designing billboards and working on printed materials. Strong grammar/writing skills are encouraged. Video experience and/or motion graphics skills are a plus.

Day-to-Day Role:

• Create designs for digital and print

• Design and implement new website features and content, including graphic elements, site navigation and layout of content

• Work with graphic designers and communications managers on day-to-day assignments, such as, but not limited to: copywriting, copy editing, designing social graphics, suggesting social media posts, pulling social media reports, creating social videos

• Edit website content using a content management system (Wix)

• Stay current on digital and social design trends

• Understand/troubleshoot sizing differences amongst platforms, screen sizes

• Produce thoughtful designs for mobile to ensure optimal user experience

• Work with fellow interns on group assignments

• Provide administrative support as necessary

Core Skills and Qualifications:

The ideal candidate must possess all of the following:

• Currently enrolled in a collegiate Web Design, Graphic Design or Communications program or recent graduate

• Must possess strong graphic design skills (i.e. typography, color palettes)

• Must be proficient in Adobe Creative Suite

• Experience with Wix is encouraged, but not required

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Familiarity with mainstream social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram LinkedIn, etc.)

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize daily tasks

• Must work well with others and have a team-oriented mindset

• Must be positive, self-motivated and readily accept feedback

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of preparing files for pre-press

• Basic knowledge of CSS/HTML

• Experience with video editing and/or designing motion graphics

• Experience with sound editing/podcast recording 

Vanguard Public Affairs is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type: Part-time, Paid

To apply, email your application materials to Natalie Scalabrino, Senior Communications Manager, at [email protected].