Graphic Design Internship

Location: Savannah, Georgia
Timeframe: At least 10 weeks, 8–12 hours/week depending on schedule
Start date: TBD
Compensation: $15/hour
Reports to: Marketing Director

The Savannah Music Festival located in downtown Savannah, GA is seeking a creative individual to fill the position of Graphic Design Intern. This position will provide the intern with hands-on in-house graphic design and brand development experience.

The intern will work directly with the Marketing Director and the marketing team to assist with the development, design, and layout of marketing materials, video content, graphics for social media, signage, and other collateral, update SMF’s website, and help with other projects as needed.

Applicants should possess experience in print and digital media, demonstrate an awareness of typography and design, be self-motivated, and take constructive criticism in stride.

Upon successful completion of the internship, there’s the opportunity to stay involved with the festival through the 2023 season as a part-time graphic design assistant.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Create and design layouts for print and online marketing, signage, advertising materials, institutional collateral, music education materials, and more
Assist in creating short marketing videos
Maintain branding consistency across all platforms
Collaborate on additional projects as needed

REQUIREMENTS

Working towards a BA, MFA, or certificate from a Fine Arts program
Strong typography and layout skills and a good understanding of graphic design principles
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premiere
Working knowledge of WordPress and basic HTML preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and Google Drive
Strong file organization skills and experience with asset management and file organization/cataloging preferred
Must be able to work 8-12 hours/week (schedule is negotiable)
Knowledge of printing processes and production standards is a plus
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Creative, pro-active, organized, and efficient

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please email resume and portfolio (direct link to website preferred) to Larissa Davidson at larissa@savannahmusicfestival.org. No phone calls, please.

Savannah Music Festival is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.