we’re looking for a design intern.
who we are.
Our mission is to amplify voices of color that solve local problems and empower our community by providing high-quality digital communications for small to medium businesses.
We are a digital marketing agency specializing in packages for Brand Awareness, Identity, Rebranding, and Brand Recognition, using a custom combination of the following services; tailored to our clients’ specific needs.
Strategy: Market Research, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Analytics, Digital Campaigns
Photography: Lifestyle/Conceptual, Team Portraits, Architecture, Real Estate, Product Photography, Aerial Videography
Design: Brand Identity, Product Packaging, Logos, Infographics, Print Materials, Web Development
Engagement & Content: Social Media Management, Customer Engagement, Copywriting, PR Management, Crisis Communication
Our creative style celebrates balance, minimalism, and nature. We partner with brands that share our passion for community involvement, global issues, education, and sustainability. So far, we have created strategies for over 13 industries.
about the role.
We’re seeking a Graphic Design Intern on a rolling basis with an opportunity to continue into full-time based on performance. This is a part-time position.
The candidate may be enrolled full-time at a four-year institution (preferred) studying Fine Art, Graphic Design, or another related major or 2+ years of design experience. We’re looking for someone who seamlessly translates ideas into visuals, able to think critically and creatively while keeping up with deadlines. The candidate should have a high standard for consistency, quality, and rigor, and have a problem-solving spirit.
About 80% of the work will be virtual. We’re offering a flexible schedule around your classes, training, and lastly; we make sure to give you real feedback. The candidate will be reporting directly to the Founder, including an in-person meeting (virtually if needed) once to twice per month.
title:
Design Intern
location:
Virtual + Washington, DC Metropolitan Area
compensation:
$15.00/hour for up to 15 hours per week or 60 hours per month. Additional hours may be available upon client demand.
Based on performance, interns are eligible for a 50% pay increase after 90 days, and a full-time offer after nine months.
responsibilities and duties.
VISUAL PROBLEM SOLVING / Identify key messages to communicate; develop picturesque storylines and logical frameworks to aid calls to action on websites, social media, and print packaging.
TIME EFFICIENT / Able to deliver graphics within strict deadlines and allow time for edits & revisions.
CULTURE & CONDUCT / Embodies iammai CREATIVE internal values on a day-to-day basis, demonstrates professionalism in all facets of works, promotes teamwork by maintaining positive and respectful relationships while contributing to team progress.
SPEAK THE LANGUAGE OF THE AUDIENCE / Wordsmiths relevant content for posts, fluent in memes, and a gif aficionado - all by translating our target market research
GENERATE IDEAS FOR CAMPAIGNS / Contribute to the vision behind brand narratives.
CONFIDENT COLLABORATION / Collaborates well, takes constructive criticism with grace, adaptable, and brings a new perspective and design style to the team.
COMMUNICATION OF IDEAS / Articulating and pitching design concepts to clients, art directors, and others using Keynote or Google Slides
qualifications and skills.
Strong interest in storytelling & building digital communities
Fluent in Memes, Gifs, humor, and popular culture
Adaptable to constructive criticism
Strong work ethic & integrity
Experience with ADOBE PHOTOSHOP, ADOBE LIGHTROOM, FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, TIK-TOK, TWITTER, and PINTEREST
Experience with HOOTSUITE, LATER, SQUARESPACE, YOUTUBE, PINTEREST, OR ADOBE PREMIERE PRO or animation capabilities is a plus
requirements.
Sophomore & up preferred
Access to internet, Zoom & Keynote software
Interns are responsible for their own transportation to/from work, including off-site company events.
