About the position
Hachette Book Group's internship program offers students an opportunity to learn about the publishing industry and explore an area of interest. As an HBG Design Intern at Basic Books, you will have the opportunity to work closely with seasoned professionals and gain hands-on professional experience. This internship is designed to provide you with the chance to own day-to-day tasks, help with special projects, and attend departmental meetings, all while contributing to the creative process within the marketing team. The program runs from September to December and is based in our New York office on a two-day per week hybrid schedule or can be fully remote. A company laptop will be provided for the duration of the program, and you will be expected to work approximately 10 hours per week with a flexible schedule. The pay rate for this internship is $16 per hour.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with and assist the Basic Books Group's marketing team on the concept and creation of all promotional graphics.
- Contribute to marketing campaign brainstorming.
- Design social media banners, Amazon A+ content, print and digital ads, postcards, bookmarks, and flyers.
- Attend 1-on-1, team, and departmental meetings.
Requirements
- Basic knowledge of layouts, typography, line composition, color, and other graphic design fundamentals.
- Experience with InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, and Canva.
- Strong creative and analytical skills.
- Compelling portfolio of graphic design work.
- Enthusiasm for books.
- An interest in non-fiction.
Benefits
- Flexible working schedule
- Company laptop provided for the duration of the program
- Hands-on professional experience
- Opportunity to work closely with seasoned professionals
