Description
This is a chance for third and fourth-year college students to get real-life experience in an agency setting. The Posture Internship program is designed as an educational experience that is flexible enough to align with credit requirements for most major Universities. Structured with a base of 90 unpaid hours, prospective students must be available for 15 hours per week for the given semester they wish to intern. Internships are available in the Spring, Fall, and Summer. Applicants should be self-motived and ambitious individuals looking to advance their real-world experience. Solid time management, organization, and communication skills are a must.
Students must submit 10-15 portfolio samples and a letter explaining their career goals in graphic design and what they hope to gain from an internship at Posture Interactive.
Required Skills
Preferred Educational Background:
- Junior or Senior level coursework in Graphic Design
- Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Cloud application (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
- Strong background in the creation of vector artwork, branding, page layout, and digital compositions.
- Knowledge of both prepress and digital design specifications and standards
- Interest in web design with a basic understanding of WordPress CMS
Expected Projects:
The student will develop their design skills by:
- Working in a fast-paced, creative and technology-driven environment.
- Designing engaging and innovative graphics for client print needs, websites, and interactive media.
- Developing materials that align with clients’ branding efforts by making smart design choices.
- Collaborating with agency staff and clients to deliver a consistent and cohesive brand message
Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate successful visual problem-solving skills using the creative process
- Explain creative choices using a balance of client requests and professional recommendations
- Display confidence in presenting finished concepts to professional staff and clients
