Graphic Design Assistant

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Job Title: Graphics & Media Design Intern

Supervisor: Communications & Events Manager

A Gift For Teaching seeks an intern to provide graphic and media support to the communications and development department. The overall responsibility of this intern position is to support the organization design needs under the guidance of the Communications & Events Manager. These efforts will improve department and organizational capability to fulfill the needs of Central Florida teachers and their students in need with better promotion and fundraising campaigns.

The intern will commit to 8-10 hours each week, with flexibility to occasionally work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Design clear, engaging graphic communications for print and web (logos, direct mail pieces, web site and social media graphics, posters, flyers, and other marketing materials as needed)
• Work closely with staff to translate their messaging concepts into marketing materials
• Organize and manage all graphics and image

Skills Required:

• Prior experience creating graphics and a solid grasp of design concepts
• Comfort working in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator
• Enthusiasm for the design process
• Having a computer and access to graphic design and layout software is preferred but not required
• Major/Minor in Graphic Design or Communications preferred
• Knowledge of video creation in iMovie or other software a plus

Benefits:

• Build your design portfolio and gain real work experience
• Flexible scheduling
• Opportunity to be part of a mission-driven organization
• Gain skills in project management, design, marketing

Applicants should email their cover letter and resume/portfolio to Angela Garcia, Communications and Events Manager, at angela@agiftforteaching.org . Qualifying applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview.