Design Intern Job Description
Design intern
provides a moderate level of support for the Microsoft Windows/Office desktop and Adobe Creative Suite products, along with an aptitude for PC support and network basics.
Design Intern Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Must have knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
Work on presentation materials and support, including PowerPoint and Keynote presentations, boarding of materials
Work on presentation materials and support, including PowerPoint and Keynote, boarding of materials
Work closely with account teams to translate message strategy into marketing concepts
Participate in brainstorms, campaign ideation and media planning
Conducting necessary field research to fully understand the context and impacted people for the targeted solution
Assisting in preparation of events, exhibitions, fairs, catalogs
General design studio administration duties
Contribute to the creation of innovative, commercially viable product that delivers value and style for the assigned consumer segment, sustain the development, evolution and communication of a brand look that supports and deepens the brand value and identity
Learn about the social content design process and assist with creating photo, video, and GIF content for channels such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr, and Pinterest
Design Intern Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Design Intern
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: ODA/FAA, FAA, UX, HSR, UI, ITIL, HSE, AP, LEED, BA
Education for Design Intern
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the design intern job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Design, Graphic Design, Education, Graduate, Technical, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Interior Design
Skills for Design Intern
Desired skills for design intern include:
Microsoft Office
Illustrator
Photoshop
Adobe Creative Suite
Software packages related to field of study/industry
InDesign
Excel
PowerPoint
Revit
AutoCAD
Desired experience for design intern includes:
Recent college graduate or current junior/senior with preferably 4-5 days available to work
Understanding of graphic design, post production and printing
Extensive knowledge of graphic production and computers
Strong attention to detail with the ability to meet strict deadlines
Contribute to the development of inspiration boards based on input and direction from the Senior Designer and Design Director
Must be deadline and detail-oriented and exhibit initiative, autonomy and accountability with respect to their responsibilities demonstrate the proven ability to work well with others in both team and independent environments
Design Intern Examples
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Design Intern Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is hiring for a design intern. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for design intern
- This role will assist the lead Graphic Designer in the design, development and revisions of website and documentation layout of learning and development products in adherence of the organizations brand guidelines
- Apply your understanding of power process technologies, both existing and those under development, to design innovative power management products
- Transistor level design of multiple circuit building blocks such as bandgaps, comparators, amplifiers, that are used to make a complex power management IC
- Review format styles and graphic standards to develop on brand creative
- Collaborate with writers, designers, and print production teams to develop compelling marketing communication projects
- Technically review (preflight) files to ensure that they will print correctly
- Prepare project files for archiving
- Develop knowledge of current trends and technology in advertising and design, implementing them where appropriate
- Performs other intern duties as assigned
- Work with our creative team to take projects to completion
Qualifications for design intern
- Design and tweak prototypes
- 3DSMax low-poly modelling experience – ability to do clean, well measured meshes will be a plus
- Scripting and technical skills will be required to pick up our proprietary game engine
- Enjoy making fun games!
- You must currently be a Ph.D
- You need to be in the second year of an undergraduate degree and available for a 1 year placement commencing summer 2015
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Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for a design intern. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for design intern
- Will focus on creating, validating, resolving, and documenting airframe designs using composite and metallic materials
- Conduct QA tasks associated with our digital assets
- Work with prepour team to complete metadata tagging tasks for assets in Bento
- Support course assembly including module and lesson structure development in Bento and CAT environmental including adding metadata where/when appropriate
- Review digital components for any additional needed updates, including both content and functionality, maintaining consistency and watching for improvements where appropriate
- Creating Teacher Edition manuscript for print product by compiling manuscript from habitat and final lesson manuscript files
- Other duties related to prepour activities as necessary
- Working with architects and lighting designers to create physically accurate 3D models of architectural projects currently under design
- Working directly with lighting designers on the selection and placement of lighting within 3D models
- Creation of design presentations to communicate a project’s design vision to owners and other members of the design team
Qualifications for design intern
- Experience with game audio middleware a plus
- Applicants must be students enrolled in a local institution
- Applicants who do not meet the above requirement but are local citizens with experience in game design and availability to commit full-time for at least 6 months are welcomed
- Degree / working toward degree in art and design
- HTML and CSS experience a plus
- Organized and innovative
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Job Description Example
Our growing company is hiring for a design intern. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for design intern
- Works closely with art director on creative projects and assets that drive brand
- Deliver creative work that meets timelines and marketing objectives set by CMO
- Create graphics, animations, and videos based on approved storyboards
- Work on project teams and collaborate with other designers and copywriters in brainstorming sessions
- Leverage, edit, and manipulate graphics and digital content
- Develop creative strategies to reach audience
- Develop product illustrations, logos, and web assets
- Present design concepts to art director or clients
- Incorporate changes recommended by art director into final design
- Review designs for errors before printing or publishing them
Qualifications for design intern
- Currently in the last year or with one year left
- Passion for social media and mobile marketing a must
- Current college or graduate student who is enrolled in third year of studies or later with a focus in Digital or Graphic Design or related field
- Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator preferred
- College level in graphic, commercial or creative arts
- Designing Animations, Splash Screens, Icons, etc
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Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of design intern. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for design intern
- Collaborate with the art and marketing department and support campaigns with design solutions
- Incorporate UI/UX best practices in website design and layout, and adapt designs for mobile formats
- Assist on photoshoots art direction and idea generation for relevant content or campaign materials
- Assist in developing schematic floor plans, signage and interior elevations for new shops
- Assist in developing remodel plans and elevations for existing shops
- Select color and material selections for non-standard shops
- Select décor for new/existing shops and development placement plan for locations throughout the space
- Develop new design elements for new/existing shops, to be implemented into shop design in future shops
- Execute consistent visual design aesthetics as communicated by our brand standards
- Assist with illustrations and iconography under supervision from senior team members
Qualifications for design intern
- Design Wireframe Prototype For PC, Web and Mobile Based Applications Based On UX/HCD Principles
- Enrolled in Bachelors program in Graphic Design
- Takes initiative and is not afraid to express ideas
- Takes feedback well
- Availability for occassional project work during the school-year a plus (10-15 hours per week)
- Keeps up to date with the latest advances in advertising and design
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Job Description Example
Our growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of design intern. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for design intern
- Observe how Mohawk's colorist/designers come up with new ideas and validate the ideas through trends and data from the company
- Assist in designing digital and print deliverables and prototype experiments
- Work closely with the design team to complete projects
- Interpret research findings into actionable designs
- The social content design process and creating photo, video, animations, and GIF content for channels such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Tumblr
- Sourcing, download, and organizing photos from Getty Images, artist social accounts
- Brainstorming, research, and copyrighting for design assets
- Editing process for artist interviews, audio and video liners, and live footage
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- System Level Debug
Qualifications for design intern
- Experience with original illustration and animation
- A skilled illustrator - hand-drawn and comfortable drawing people a huge plus
- Competent with full Adobe Creative Suite
- A curiosity for experimenting with current formats and pushing their limits
- Confidence in bringing original concepts to fruition
- Thorough understanding of selected technologies including Adobe Creative Suite