About Company
Aspiring graphic designers, imagine launching your career within a dynamic team where innovation thrives! At Career.zycto, we’re dedicated to fostering creative talent and delivering impactful visual solutions across various platforms. We believe in mentorship, hands-on learning, and providing a supportive environment where your ideas can truly take flight. Join us, and you’ll contribute directly to exciting projects, gaining invaluable real-world experience that will shape your professional future. We champion growth, curiosity, and a passion for design excellence.
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Job Description
This role is a gateway for emerging design talent to immerse themselves in a professional creative environment. As a Graphic Design Intern at Career.zycto, you’ll be an integral part of our dynamic Creative Department, contributing to a diverse range of projects from concept to completion. We are looking for a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual with a keen eye for aesthetics, a foundational understanding of design principles, and a burning desire to learn and grow within a collaborative setting. This isn’t just about fetching coffee; it’s about actively participating in design processes, bringing fresh perspectives, and refining your skills under the guidance of seasoned professionals who are passionate about mentorship.
You’ll gain practical, hands-on experience in various aspects of visual communication, including brand identity development, marketing collateral creation for both print and digital platforms, digital asset design for web and social media campaigns, and visual support for internal communications. This internship offers a unique opportunity to understand the entire lifecycle of design projects within a fast-paced environment, from initial brainstorming and mood board creation to conceptualization, iterative revisions, final asset delivery, and quality assurance. We prioritize a hands-on approach, ensuring you’ll work directly with industry-standard software such as Adobe Creative Suite and gain invaluable exposure to real client briefs and internal strategic initiatives that drive our business forward.
At Career.zycto, we are deeply committed to nurturing the next generation of creative leaders. We believe in providing a supportive and collaborative atmosphere where questions are not just encouraged but celebrated, where constructive feedback is a cornerstone of growth, and where innovation is continuously celebrated. Your contributions, no matter how big or small, will directly impact our visual output, enhancing our brand presence, strengthening our market position, and helping us communicate effectively and compellingly with our diverse audience. This internship is more than just a temporary position; it’s a foundational experience meticulously designed to equip you with the practical skills, professional insights, and impactful portfolio pieces necessary to kickstart a successful and fulfilling career in graphic design. We are excited to see your creativity flourish and to help you bridge the gap between academic knowledge and real-world application. Join our team in Harrington, Delaware, and let’s collaboratively craft compelling visual stories that resonate.
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Key Responsibilities
- Assist the design team in creating visual content for various marketing channels (social media, website, email, print).
- Contribute to brainstorming sessions for new design concepts and campaigns.
- Prepare design files for print and digital output, ensuring brand consistency and quality.
- Support the development and maintenance of brand guidelines and asset libraries.
- Conduct research on current design trends and competitor visual strategies.
- Collaborate with other departments to understand project requirements and deliver appropriate design solutions.
- Perform basic image editing, retouching, and manipulation tasks.
- Provide general administrative and creative support to the Creative Department as needed.
Required Skills
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
- Strong understanding of fundamental design principles (typography, color theory, layout, hierarchy).
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a proactive attitude.
- Ability to take constructive feedback and iterate effectively on designs.
- A compelling online portfolio demonstrating creative potential and relevant design projects (academic or personal).
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a degree program in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Multimedia, or a related creative field.
- Familiarity with motion graphics or video editing software (e.g., Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere Pro).
- Experience with web design tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD) or basic UI/UX principles.
- Basic understanding of marketing principles and digital content strategy.
Perks & Benefits
- Hands-on experience with real-world projects and client-facing design challenges.
- Direct mentorship and guidance from experienced design professionals.
- Exceptional opportunity to build a strong, diverse professional portfolio.
- Networking opportunities within the creative industry and across various departments.
- Potential for future full-time employment based on performance and company needs.
- A collaborative, supportive, and inspiring work environment.
- Access to cutting-edge, industry-standard design software and resources.
- Opportunities for professional development workshops and learning sessions.
How to Apply
To seize this exciting opportunity and embark on your design journey with Career.zycto, please submit your comprehensive resume, a compelling cover letter highlighting your design philosophy and what you hope to achieve during your internship, and a link to your online portfolio showcasing your best work. Click on the application link below to apply directly.
