Graphic Design Intern
The Gearbox Entertainment Company is an award-winning creator and distributor of entertainment for people around the world. Gearbox Entertainment develops and publishes products through its subsidiaries, Gearbox Software and Gearbox Publishing.
Gearbox Entertainment has become widely known for successful game franchises including Brothers in Arms and Borderlands, as well as acquired properties Duke Nukem and Homeworld. Gearbox’s ambition is to entertain the world and its key driving objectives include the pursuit of happiness for our talent, partners and customers, the prioritization of entertainment and creativity and a measured respect for profitability.
The Gearbox Entertainment Company is looking for a Graphic Design Intern to join its Communications team and help support our products and growing community of fans.
Responsibilities:
- Designing rough layout of art and copy regarding arrangement, size, type size and style, and related aesthetic concepts.
- Obtains approval of concept by submitting rough layout for approval.
- Ensure all assets created reach required quality level and are in coherence with the artistic direction and visual identity of each video game title.
- Work closely with supervisor to ensure social assets are consistent with each IP and event.
- Communicate and coordinate with internal departments
- Assist with management of creative filing systems
- Participate in creative brainstorming and/or planning meetings with Communications Team and Creative Supervisor
- Revise existing material to bring up to current design standards and updated relevant information
Education and Experience:
- Currently enrolled and pursuing BFA in Graphic Design
- Presently enrolled at an accredited college or university and approved by your school to receive internship credit
- Previous design working experience is a plus
- Excellent communication skills
- A strong portfolio that showcases ambitious design and marketing
- Demonstrated understanding and proven aptitude for design principles, information architecture, typography and layout
- Proficient knowledge and skill in Adobe Creative Suite
- Ability to work methodically, meet deadlines, work independently as well as collaboratively
Key Competencies
- Positive and professional attitude
- Creativity and originality
- Interpersonal skills
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Analysis and problem solving
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Independence, initiative, and adaptability
Gearbox Entertainment believes that all team members should be able to enjoy a work environment free from all forms of discrimination and harassment. We are committed to reflecting the diversity of the world we strive to entertain. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we provide fair and equal treatment to all team members and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state or local law.