The mission of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is to welcome all to celebrate the American spirit in a setting that unites the power of art with the beauty of nature. Founded by philanthropist and arts patronAlice Walton, Crystal Bridges is a public non-profit charitable organization.
Job Description:
Position Title: 2024 Graphic Design Intern-Summer
Position Type: Paid Intern
Division: Design
Department: Marketing and Communications
Reports to: Creative Director
Crystal Bridges is a museum of American art located in Bentonville, Arkansas. We explore the unfolding story of America by actively collecting, exhibiting, interpreting, and preserving outstanding works that illuminate the American heritage and artistic possibilities.
We are passionate about transforming lives through experiences that encourage the discovery of new ideas, expanded dreams, and inspired actions.
As an intern at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, you will be empowered to think creatively, ask questions, and make suggestions to help move the institution forward.
Position Summary:
The intern(s) accepted into this role are responsible for assisting in designing and producing communications materials for Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art and the Momentary. Such materials may include but are not limited to institutional materials; event identities and collateral; print and outdoor advertising; education guides and materials; banners and other display materials; brochures, rack cards and other marketing pieces; development and membership materials; as well as digital formats, including graphics for the Museum's web site and social media outlets. The graphic designer intern will be assisting in the day-to-day management of multiple and simultaneous projects, each of which may involve unique design criteria, timelines, and priorities in a fast-paced environment. Ideal intern candidates will possess originality, creativity, good communication skills and the ability to work within a team.
Areas of Support:
Assist in conceptualizing; producing campaigns and multifaceted communications materials that adhere to the brand standards of the organization and the creative direction set by Creative Director and the Associate Creative Director. * Collaborate with Creative Director and other team members for art direction and feedback. * Assist in tracking changes to designs as requested by stakeholders during the implementation process. * Learn and assist in the maintenance of records for each project, including process documentation and digital archival copies of the work product. * Assist and provide in-house production work. * Willingness to learn how to communicate with vendors when outsourcing a project. * Internship may require interns to attend initial meetings and obtain feedback from stakeholders. * Assist in proof projects for errors and printing accuracy. * Assist in providing integrated graphic support for events. * Learn and provide conversion for digital formats such as in-museum screens and social media. * Print and design production and assistance. * Other duties as assigned.
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Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an intern to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
All offers of employment are contingent on your successful completion (where permitted by state law) of a confidentiality agreement and background check. In addition, you will need to provide proper identification verifying your eligibility to work in the United States on your first day of work.
Crystal Bridges is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a culturally diverse workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment of any kind. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
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