Graphic Design Intern

Title: Graphic Design Intern, Partnerships Solutions

Overview:

The Washington Commanders are seeking a creative and motivated Graphic Design Intern to join the Partnerships department as a seasonal intern to spearhead the design and development of Commanders Partnership creative. The Partnership Solutions Graphic Design Intern will support a broad range of department specific initiatives and campaigns, focused primarily on sales presentation templates, illustrative mockups, and design elements. A successful candidate must be a quick-thinking, creative individual who demonstrates a high level of independence. This internship will provide you with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in both graphic design and sports marketing in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Sales Deck Design: Create visually compelling and impactful sales presentations and pitch decks for sponsorship proposals, focusing on clearly conveying the value of sports partnerships.

• Visual Storytelling: Create slide templates, mock ups, graphics, case studies and data visualizations to tell a compelling story and engage potential sponsors, highlighting key metrics, benefits, and partnership opportunities.

• Template Creation: Develop and maintain a library of sales deck templates and design assets that can be easily customized for different clients and sponsorship packages.

• Brand Consistency: Ensure all sales materials maintain consistent branding and sponsor guidelines, presenting a cohesive and professional image across presentations.

• Design Iterations: Collaborate with the team to incorporate feedback and make revisions to sales decks to continuously improve their effectiveness in winning sponsorships.

• Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing, sales, and success teams to ensure that all sales decks align with the broader marketing strategy and messaging.

• Work with a team of high-caliber, high-growth professionals, who want to win together now and are centered around the "4 A's" - Attitude, Ability, Accountability, and Activity:

o Attitude

• Positive, team-oriented attitude with a growth mindset

o Ability

• Natural skills and experiences, and a desire to learn with a curiosity mindset

o Accountability

• Understanding and maturity of how to hold yourself accountable to expectations, as well as openly receive coaching and constructive criticism

o Activity

• Understanding the commitment to delivering individual and team results in a high-paced, results oriented environment

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Graphic Design Proficiency: Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other design tools. Familiarity with Microsoft PowerPoint and other presentation software is a plus.

• Attention to Detail: Ability to produce clean, professional, and error-free designs, ensuring all materials are polished and on-brand.

• Visual Communication: Solid understanding of how to use design elements, typography, and color to effectively communicate messages and engage audiences.

• Data Visualization: Ability to translate data and metrics into easy-to-understand visual formats, including charts, graphs, and infographics.

• Time Management: Ability to manage multiple design projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Creativity & Problem Solving: Ability to think creatively and propose fresh design solutions to effectively communicate the value of sponsorships and partnerships.

Qualifications:

• Education: Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Marketing, or a related field.

• Interest in Sports Marketing: A passion for sports, sponsorships, and branding is highly desirable, as is a basic understanding of how sponsorships work in the sports industry.

• Portfolio: A strong portfolio that demonstrates your design skills, creativity, and ability to create engaging, professional visual content. Experience in designing sales decks or presentations is a plus.

Salary: $15.00/Hourly

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.