Graphic Design Intern

InterVarsity•Madison, WI

4d•$7 - $14•Onsite

About The Position

Graphic Design Intern Work Location: Madison, WI - National Office Schedule: Full time To advance the purpose of InterVarsity, this position will participate in a group process, which results in the creation and implementation of a broad range of high quality communication pieces. About the internship: Join our community of media and communication professionals for the summer! Based in Madison, WI, the 2100 team has been serving God through communications for over fifty years through different forms of media, now including design, editorial, instructional design, and video production. This internship program includes community with other interns, low-cost housing with InterVarsity staff or local church members, and experience with a Christian organization on mission together. Apply today!

Requirements

Annual affirmation of InterVarsity’s Statement of Agreement
A college or university degree or enrollment in a degree program
Commitment to Jesus Christ and with a heart for students, visual communication, and the arts
Commitment to growing relationships with God, his Word, his people, and the church
Experience with computers and up-to-date working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite programs, in particular: InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
Strong artistic sense, creative skills and technical expertise in visual communication
Ability to work well as part of a team and put others’ needs before own needs
Sensitivity to and ability to work with diverse cultures and ethnicities
Experience with or knowledge of InterVarsity, or ability to quickly understand and be committed to InterVarsity’s purpose
Ability to be a self-starter and work independently
Ability to demonstrate initiative and problem-solving skills
Willingness to learn new things and think "outside of the box"
Strong organization and time management skills
Ability to work well in a deadline-driven environment
Commitment to excellence
Available to work 40+ hours and to travel when necessary; willingness to work flexible hours
Capacity for self-awareness and awareness of others
Demonstrates emotional and relational maturity
Ability to articulate ideas and think critically about culture and communication
Ability to relate well and maintain good relationships with co-workers, field staff and other teams at the National Service Center
Ability to participate in collaborative process and accept critique from numerous people
Applicant must include portfolio of at least 10 recent design pieces that demonstrate their strengths, style, and overall ability

Responsibilities

Be a maturing disciple of the Lord Jesus Christ: Seek Him and follow Him in every area of life
Grow in love for God through the classic disciplines of the Christian life
Model the Biblical lifestyle
Develop and deepen understanding of what it means to be a Christian artist
Contribute to the creative process and development of communication tools: Assist in implementing and upholding the visual identity and brand of InterVarsity/USA
Design and produce visual communication resources for national communications and events, InterVarsity ministries, and occasionally, individual chapters
May design and produce animation sequences (2D and 3D) as assigned
May be involved in photography production, processing and editing as assigned and as interested
Create and distribute templates for visual communication for InterVarsity staff use
Work with clients and Art Director to understand scope and purpose of assigned projects
Gather information, research, and conceptualize visual treatments for assigned projects
Present drafts that convey concept, layout, size, type size and style, and other related design choices to clients and Art Director for feedback and approval
Discuss with Art Director and agree on edits to be implemented into final design
Complete final output for assigned projects in necessary format (print or digital) and submit deliverables to clients
Develop and grow design skills through participation in training, conferences, and other learning opportunities as assigned
Stay informed on trends in the communication field and contemporary media, images, and ideas
Stay current on computer systems and other media skills
Participate in the ministries of InterVarsity: Provide technical support for InterVarsity conferences and other meetings as assigned
Attend and/or staff InterVarsity events, conferences, chapter meetings, etc. as agreed upon with supervisor
Contribute to the team effort: Work to assure order and organization of systems, equipment, and team work spaces
Be responsible for good stewardship of time, equipment, and materials
Complete assigned projects within allocated time
Work on special tasks related to the ministry of 2100 as assigned
Maintain healthy relationships with 2100 team members and clients
Provide helpful critical feedback into other team members’ design work
Maintain the organization of design files
Keep graphics and visual resources available and up-to-date on PhotoShelter
Participate in team meetings, project brainstorming, and feedback sessions
Maintain sound financial status: Raise personal support at the level assigned by supervisor
Keep expenditures within budget
Develop and maintain a small group of people who covenant to support your ministry with prayer
Communicate regularly with ministry partners

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package, including health care and retirement savings with a match.
Eligibility is based on employee type and hours worked.
Benefits include the following:
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
403(b) matching contributions
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discounts
Flexible work schedule
Flexible spending accounts
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance