Internship – Graphic Design Jobs

Part-time, non-exempt

Compensation: $15.00 per hour

Fall (September 11, 2023 – December 19, 2023)

Deadline to apply: August 4, 2023

Reports to: Senior Creative Director

Location: Hybrid, Arlington VA

Description of Intern Work Responsibilities/Projects:

• Edit and color correct photography.
• Work closely with a strong public relations team to learn about media relations, promotions, events, and branding.
• Assist in the creation of corporate brand guidelines.
• Participate in the development and production of our corporate annual report.
• Organize and maintain library of digital brand assets, such as logos and photography.
• Design print and digital materials (postcards, brochures, web banners, social media graphics, etc.) to market premieres or new seasons of WETA programming and films

Learning Objectives:

• In this role, you will assist in the production of key art and marketing materials for our portfolio of television and radio programming and company events and initiatives.
• Gain experience working with and presenting to clients.
• Learning the ins and outs of a non-profit, media company.

Specific Skills Required:

• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Emphasis on Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign)
• Working knowledge or interest in television and film production, public media, or non-profit organizations is encouraged.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work independently or collaborate with a team or present work to a client.
• Knowledge of fundamentals of graphic design (Typography, layout, color, and print production techniques)
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects at one time with varying deadlines.

Preferred Major:

• Graphic Design or Visual Communications.

• We will only consider applicants who submit an online or PDF portfolio.

LOCATION

WETA and NewsHour Productions are Washington, DC established media and news organizations. We are a largely local workforce based out of the Campbell Place office in Arlington, VA. WETA and NewsHour Productions value employee flexibility when possible. Most positions based in our Arlington, VA office will be onsite or hybrid, depending upon the role.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

WETA and its subsidiary NewsHour Productions LLC serve local and national public media audiences by producing and distributing content of intellectual integrity and cultural merit. Through broadcast, digital and community services, the organization offers compelling, diverse programming on five television channels, including primary channel WETA PBS, and on WETA Classical, the exclusive home for classical music in the nation’s capital; produces a portfolio of national television productions, including PBS NewsHour, recognized globally for bringing balanced, in-depth news coverage to all Americans; creates impactful documentaries with longtime production partners Ken Burns and Prof. Henry Louis Gates, Jr.; features a variety of content offerings on weta.org, WETA Passport, the PBS Video App and the WETA Classical App; and serves communities near and far with education and engagement initiatives that contribute to the company’s mission of public service.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

WETA/NewsHour Productions is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment of any kind. Fostering a culture of mutual respect is a top priority and something we take very seriously.

Employment at WETA/NewsHour Productions is based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, age, ethnicity or ethnic origin, religion or belief, sex (including pregnancy), physical, mental or sensory ability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We are also committed to demonstrating fair and equitable systems, practices, and processes related to how we recruit, develop, retain, promote, reward, compensate, and terminate talent.