Graphic Design Intern

Herzog Contracting Corp•Saint Joseph, MO

29d•Onsite

About The Position

Herzog Contracting Corp. is currently seeking a Graphic Design Intern in St. Joseph, MO to collaborate alongside our proposal team to create visually appealing and compelling graphics that enhance our proposal documents to win multi-million-dollar projects. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in graphic design within a professional setting. Develop your portfolio and hone your skills with real-world immersion in design strategy decision-making and have a hands-on role in creating visual solutions that persuade a target audience. The intern will participate in all aspects of print and digital graphic design and visualization solutions across the proposal/project pursuit lifecycle - Request for Information (RFI), Request of Qualifications (RFQs), and Request for Proposals (RFPs); brochures; slide decks; flyers; logos and other content as required. The ideal intern will be a creative thinker with strong artistic skills capable of developing eye-catching editorial illustrations, page layouts, and creative solutions for proposal pitch documents.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
Strong portfolio showcasing design skills and creativity.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.

Nice To Haves

Currently pursuing a degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Advertising, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the proposal team to understand project requirements and design needs.
Participate in brainstorming sessions to develop creative concepts for proposals.
Participate in storyboarding and document set-up meetings and identify where artwork and editorial illustrations can strategically be used.
Assist in designing templates and visual elements for proposals using the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop) that align with proposal objectives and the target audience.
Create visual solutions that effectively communicate ideas and data - layouts, type, fonts, colors, headers, infographics, pictures/images, charts/tables, and diagrams graphics.
Edit and refine graphics based on feedback from team members.
Ensure all design materials are consistent with branding and style guidelines.
Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog's Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position.
Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
Other duties as assigned.