Job Description
About Full Spectrum Marketing
Chase the Afterglow With Us
We are driven by honing a craft and delivering work that is worthy of the win – first for our clients, and ultimately for ourselves. This means we work hard every day in the spirit of chasing the afterglow – that feeling of rest and celebration that comes after a job well done. This driving force becomes our reality through discipline and attention to our core values.
FSM is seeking a creative, motivated, and detail-oriented Graphic Design Intern to join our team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to work directly with FSM's design team and collaborate across our web, story, digital, account and project management departments. You will gain hands-on agency experience creating marketing and advertising materials across a wide variety of platforms for a range of predominantly B2B clients.
Schedule & Hours
- Availability: Up to 15 hours per week (with the opportunity for more based on client needs).
- Location: This position is fully in-office
- Required Days: Candidates must be available to work on-site in our Downtown Akron office on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Thursdays
- Length One semester (spring, summer or fall, 12-16 weeks)
Application & Portfolio Requirements
All applicants should submit 3–5 samples of their work. We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate versatility.
A winning portfolio should include at least three of the following:
- Print Project: e.g., booklet, trifold, sell sheet, etc.
- Interactive or Website Project: Showcasing UX/UI thinking
- A full month’s worth of Social Media Graphics/Images/Videos: A cohesive campaign or series
- Edited Video or Motion Graphic: Showcasing timing and storytelling
- Original Logo and Brand Guide: Demonstrating identity systems and typography
- Photography Project
FSM’s Ideal Graphic Design Intern Must:
- Have a Passion for Purpose: Possess a strong “why” for pursuing a career in design that aligns with FSM’s core values.
- Be a Storyteller: Be driven to discover new, concise, and original ways to inform and persuade audiences through visual design.
- Commit to Growth: Challenge yourself to continuously improve your craft—bringing "surprise and delight" to your work for both clients and yourself.
- Be Detail-Oriented: Maintain high standards—from correcting typos and checking spacing to ensuring image resolution is always crisp.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Creative Design Execution: Assist in creating designs that help clients reach their business goals.
- Multimedia Production and Manipulation: Capture high-quality photo content and execute professional photo editing; perform video editing for social and digital platforms.
- Collaborate & Learn: Seek out and learn from constructive criticism during internal reviews.
- Accountability: Manage time effectively and remain able to pivot based on agency priorities.
Skill Set & Requirements:
- Visual Design Platforms: Proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign, Adobe Express).
- Video & Photo: Experience with video editing (Premiere Pro or After Effects) and photography/photo editing (Photoshop, Lightroom).
- Web Knowledge: Understanding of UX best practices.
- Digital Tools: Experience with Google Slides/PowerPoint and email building platforms (MailChimp, Constant Contact).
- Organization: Ability to switch gears from client to client in a fast-paced environment while staying focused on the details.
- AI Integration: Use AI to work efficiently and make the most of tools/assets available to you.
Education and Experience:
- Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a degree program in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field.
- A client-first, service-oriented mentality.
- Previous customer service experience preferred.
