Graphic Design Intern

****About Full Spectrum Marketing****

*****Chase the Afterglow With Us*****

We are driven by honing a craft and delivering work that is worthy of the win – first for our clients, and ultimately for ourselves. This means we work hard every day in the spirit of chasing the afterglow – that feeling of rest and celebration that comes after a job well done. This driving force becomes our reality through discipline and attention to our core values.

****Overview****

FSM is seeking a creative, motivated, and detail-oriented Graphic Design Intern to join our team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to work directly with FSM's design team and collaborate across our web, story, digital, account and project management departments. You will gain hands-on agency experience creating marketing and advertising materials across a wide variety of platforms for a range of predominantly B2B clients.

****Schedule & Hours****

* ****Availability:**** Up to 15 hours per week (with the opportunity for more based on client needs).
* ****Location:**** This position is ****fully in-office****.
* ****Required Days:**** Candidates must be available to work on-site in our Downtown Akron office on ****Mondays, Tuesdays, or Thursdays****
* ****Length****: One semester (spring, summer or fall, 12-16 weeks)

****Application & Portfolio Requirements****

All applicants should submit 3–5 samples of their work. We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate versatility. 

A winning portfolio should include **at least** three of the following:

* ****Print Project:**** e.g., booklet, trifold, sell sheet, etc.
* ****Interactive or Website Project:**** Showcasing UX/UI thinking
* ****A full month’s worth of Social Media Graphics/Images/Videos:**** A cohesive campaign or series
* ****Edited Video or Motion Graphic:**** Showcasing timing and storytelling
* ****Original Logo and Brand Guide:**** Demonstrating identity systems and typography
* Photography Project

****FSM’s Ideal Graphic Design Intern Must:****

* ****Have a Passion for Purpose:**** Possess a strong “why” for pursuing a career in design that aligns with FSM’s core values.
* ****Be a Storyteller:**** Be driven to discover new, concise, and original ways to inform and persuade audiences through visual design.
* ****Commit to Growth:**** Challenge yourself to continuously improve your craft—bringing "surprise and delight" to your work for both clients and yourself.
* ****Be Detail-Oriented:**** Maintain high standards—from correcting typos and checking spacing to ensuring image resolution is always crisp.

****Primary Responsibilities:****

* ****Creative Design Execution:**** Assist in creating designs that help clients reach their business goals.
* ****Multimedia Production and Manipulation:**** Capture high-quality ****photo content**** and execute professional ****photo editing****; perform ****video editing**** for social and digital platforms.
* ****Collaborate & Learn:**** Seek out and learn from constructive criticism during internal reviews.
* ****Accountability:**** Manage time effectively and remain able to pivot based on agency priorities.

****Skill Set & Requirements:****

* ****Visual Design Platforms:**** Proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign, Adobe Express).
* ****Video & Photo:**** Experience with video editing (Premiere Pro or After Effects) and photography/photo editing (Photoshop, Lightroom).
* ****Web Knowledge:**** Understanding of UX best practices.
* ****Digital Tools:**** Experience with Google Slides/PowerPoint and email building platforms (MailChimp, Constant Contact).
* ****Organization:**** Ability to switch gears from client to client in a fast-paced environment while staying focused on the details.
* ****AI Integration:**** Use AI to work efficiently and make the most of tools/assets available to you.

****Education and Experience:****

* Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a degree program in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field.
* A client-first, service-oriented mentality.
* Previous customer service experience preferred.