Paid • Stillwater, OK • Closes March 24
A collaborative, exciting creative team seeks a Graphic Design Intern who can design for a variety of media and diverse audiences, and is comfortable applying creative aesthetic to a variety of projects. The successful candidate will have work published through various University channels and other paid outlets.
Employment as an intern is on a semester-by-semester basis. Continued employment is contingent on funding and performance. This position is not eligible for internship credit for graphic design majors.
Application review will begin March 24, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered.
What You'll Do
Intern will design a variety of projects including but not limited to logo development, print and web advertisements and printed pieces for the fundraising efforts at the OSU Libraries. Projects may range from print posters to motion graphics, event programs and centerpieces to gallery-style exhibits. Perform other duties as assigned.
The Graphic Design Intern will work 10-15 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters. Hours will be scheduled during Monday-Friday between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Some special project hours may be available during the summer depending on schedule.
Required Qualifications
Graphic design upperclassmen or equivalent experience.
Ability to maintain professional decorum in a team environment based on idea generation, creativity and collaboration.
Ability to design multiple concepts for each project and be open to collaboration and feedback from diverse clients.
Knowledge of Adobe CC and the ability to work on a PC.
Desired Qualifications
Experience with real-world design constraints.
Comfort contributing to the messaging and development of marketing and public relations campaigns.
Willingness to appear and/or speak on camera for Library promotional videos.
Required Documents
Applications that do not include all required documents will NOT be considered.
Resume
Letter of interest
Three design samples
Interviewees should be prepared to present a brief portfolio.
Benefits for the Employee
The student will learn to work diverse client tastes and needs.
The student will practice producing multiple concepts for a single project.
The student will learn to incorporate real constraints (i.e. budget, graphic standards, mailing regulations) into the design process.
The student will learn to work in a team environment and develop idea generation skills.
The student will have responsibility for a project from start to finish.
The student will complete the internship with portfolio items suitable to present to potential employers.
Benefits for the Library
The Library will produce high-quality promotional materials for services, resources and events.
The Library will have access to original artwork for promotional materials.
The Library will have an influx of fresh perspectives and new ideas on annual promotions.
Outcomes
The intern will learn how to assess the real world constraints of a design project and develop appropriate specifications accordingly.
The intern will learn to design within the budget of a particular piece.
The intern will learn to design for a variety of media.
The intern will learn to design within the graphic standards of the parent institution.
The intern will learn to apply relevant laws and ethical codes to real life scenarios.
Learn more and apply here.
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