Graphic Design Intern

Global Business Solutions • Newport, KY

1d • $16 - $18

About The Position

GBS is seeking a Graphic/Digital Design Intern to support its marketing team. Working with the in-house graphic designer, the intern will create brand-aligned materials that support marketing goals, sales efforts, internal communications and client education. Projects may include social media and website content, presentations, sales materials, environmental and wayfinding graphics, large-format assets, and other print and digital communications.

The internship provides hands-on experience across multiple media and throughout the creative process, from concept exploration to final artwork delivery. The intern will learn how creative strategy, messaging, production and business goals come together in an in-house marketing environment. GBS is a fully integrated technology solutions provider serving Greater Cincinnati, connecting IT, audio/video, automation, physical security, structured cabling and AI into integrated systems.

The internship pays an hourly training rate of $16–18. Interns are ineligible for traditional benefits, including health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, retirement contributions and holiday pay. Academic credit is not required, and GBS will cooperate with academic institutions to provide documentation for students seeking course credit. High-performing interns may be considered for future opportunities based on performance and business needs, but the internship does not constitute or guarantee an offer of permanent or full-time employment.

Requirements

• A design portfolio demonstrating technical skill and the ability to meet communication objectives through design deliverables.
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree, certificate or comparable training in graphic design, visual communication, digital media or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop.
• Familiarity with Microsoft PowerPoint templates and design tools.
• Solid understanding of typography, color theory and visual hierarchy.
• Solid understanding of brand identity fundamentals and how visual design supports positioning and messaging.
• Familiarity with appropriate use of licensed photography, fonts, icons and other creative assets.
• Basic research skills, including the ability to gather, evaluate, understand and summarize information from credible sources.
• Strong communication, organization, time management, prioritization, attention to detail and collaboration skills.
• Ability to incorporate feedback accurately, work independently when appropriate, and interest in learning about technology and GBS’s services and industries.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with photography, motion design or front-end web development.
• Experience with WordPress or Elementor for WordPress.
• Experience with other creative tools, such as Figma, animation or video-editing software.
• Familiarity with accessible design practices, particularly legibility, contrast and digital accessibility.
• Experience with or interest in writing copy.

Responsibilities

• Design GBS brand and marketing materials, including social media, web, print, presentation, large-format and environmental graphics and materials, using templates, extending existing designs or creating original designs under the guidance of the graphic designer.
• Produce design options when appropriate, present drafts and revise designs based on feedback.
• Review work for quality, consistency and adherence to GBS brand standards, and check copy for spelling and grammar errors.
• Format design files and layouts to meet technical specifications for printers or digital platforms, and organize and label layers to support collaboration.
• Learn and preserve GBS’s brand identity and apply its brand guidelines across materials.
• Collaborate with the graphic designer and director of strategy to align design deliverables with brand goals and messaging; participate in strategy discussions and team brainstorming sessions.
• Research GBS’s offerings, emerging technology trends and relevant topics to help develop social content and informative online articles.
• Support the marketing department with other production, design, content-creation or marketing-related tasks as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed