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Job Title :  Graphic Design Intern - Summer

 

Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research (Rally) a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization, empowers volunteers across the country to raise awareness and funds for childhood cancer research to find better treatments with fewer long-term side effects and, ultimately, cures. 

 

Rally is: 

  • all about the kids! 
  • mission driven and dedicated to investing in the best childhood cancer research 
  • a grassroots organization built on a foundation of accountability and powered by volunteers
  • a fast-paced learning environment 
  • a close-knit team with an “all hands-on-deck” attitude 
  • open minded toward new, innovative ideas 
  • serious about working hard to make a difference and about having fun while we’re doing it! 

 

The candidate must be enthusiastic about working for a non-profit with all its opportunities and challenges.  This is a fast-paced, multifaceted opportunity for a candidate who takes initiative and wants to work hard while gaining unparalleled knowledge, experience, and growth. 

 

Job Purpose

Graphic Design Intern is to help design and produce content for the website, social media, public display, and other mediums working under the lead Graphic Designer. They will create and maintain graphic design content for branded communications and marketing tools. Assist in photo editing for website & other print materials.

 

They collaborate with members of the Rally Team and stakeholders and will provide support and assistance to the marketing department by taking up various roles and responsibilities.

 

Responsibilities 

  • Create and design print and digital materials
  • Adhere to brand guidelines and complete projects according to deadline
  • Retouch and manipulate images
  • Use graphic design software and work with a wide variety of media
  • Collaborate with the Graphic Design Manager to develop design concepts
  • Receive feedback from the Graphic Design Manager and make necessary revisions 
  • Assemble final presentation material for printing as needed and responsible for acquisition of printed materials assigned by date 

 

The ideal candidate will

  • Have exceptional organizational skills and follow through
  • Possess an entrepreneurial and a growth mindset
  • Be an independent problem-solver
  • Take initiative and possess the ability to create, innovate, and implement action
  • Be a reflective practitioner, open to growth and feedback
  • Have a good balance of visionary ideas and practical solutions
  • Desires and enjoys working cooperatively in a fun and faced paced environment

 

Qualifications 

 

  • Experience with InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator
  • Basic knowledge of layouts, typography, line composition, color, and other graphic design fundamentals
  • Strong creative skills
  • Compelling portfolio of graphic design work
  • Position requires absolute confidentiality and professionalism in appearance, attitude, and presentation.
  • A self-starter with the ability to work productively and meet benchmarks and goals timely and without day-to-day supervision. 
  • Database management and computer literacy (Microsoft Office)
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
  • Available 20-30 hours a week in office Tuesday – Thursday with a possibility working remotely Monday/Friday

 

This position reports to the lead graphic designer Rebecca Davis. 

 

To apply

 

Please submit a cover letter and resume to reid@rallyfoundation.org.  Please, no phone calls.