Designer Intern (Summer 2026)

BrightHouse•Atlanta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A BrightHouse Designer is someone who is tasked with creating experiences through effective information hierarchy. They are communicators who use a (primarily) visual medium to execute an idea. There are many tools at their disposal, technology, vernacular cues, sensory input, graphics, and motion. They share many qualities with an art director in the sense that their work must start with a concept. And they manipulate media to create a feeling, deliver information, inform, and inspire. However, unlike art directors who are conceptually focused, designers are exceptionally focused on look and form. BrightHouse is looking for a Thinker and Designer who thinks strategically as well as creatively, knows how to lead clients, is organized and self-motivated, and has a fantastic eye for design. Their energy and enthusiasm are apparent, and their skills are seen vividly in their work. They’re responsible for the exploration and conceptualization of design options on a number of visual solutions including logos, identities, looks/feels for film, layouts, collateral, illustrations, packaging, physical environments, presentations, etc. They work as a member of a larger team and must be able to collaborate and communicate effectively to those around them, often in tight timeframes. This person is a conceptual thinker – strategic as well as pragmatic; and has an ability to generate trust and build alliances with co-workers. And above all, they have the professional maturity to accept critique in one’s work. To apply, you must submit three things: A well-written cover letter explaining why the work we do at BrightHouse excites you and how your skillset will help us help our clients. Yes, we read these. And yes, we can tell when you use ChatGPT. A resume outlining your professional experiences. A publicly accessible portfolio. The BrightHouse internship program is a paid internship in our Atlanta office, June-August 2025. We look forward to having you in office three days a week and expect candidates to reside in Atlanta for the duration of the internship. Candidates must be available for full-time work schedules.

Requirements

Examples of design work in a portfolio site or link to a PDF. Can be ads, ideas, or other forms of creative communication.
Ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels
Analytical, detail focus, problem-solving, decision making and organization/planning aptitude
Proficient oral and written communication skills
Highly proficient in Adobe programs including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
Highly experienced with AI use and creation

Nice To Haves

Experience working in After Effects and/or Final Cut Pro are a bonus

Responsibilities

Ability to contribute concepts for all client engagements is mandatory as well as participation in meetings and critiques, face-to-face and on the phone
Must be consistent in delivering relevant and unexpected work
Collaborate and communicate effectively in English, both written and verbally, with all BrightHouse team members, vendors, and clients
Work closely and often with a writer or writers along with strategists
Conduct conceptual exploration and when necessary be able to adjust and improve the work to be its’ very best
Seek out opportunities for personal creative growth by working outside their area of expertise and finds new ways to achieve even greater results
Thought partner across BrightHouse with the ability to not only understand strategy but come up with amazing ideas from it
Work efficiently and effectively and demonstrate time management excellence along with assisting teammates to do so
Advance the company’s strength—increasing new business too
Simple brilliant work often within quick deadlines
Keen eye for design
A love for fonts, film, and finesse
Supports all internal team members and always performs in the best interest of BrightHouse
Gives and takes feedback happily, enabling the work and teammates to thrive