Graphic Design Intern

Description:

Location: Kansas City, MO
Department: Creative
Reports To: Sr. Art Director
Length of Term: 10-weeks
Position Type: Part-Time (25-30hrs/week)

So, what is Crux? It’s the nitty gritty, the heart of the matter. We know the traditional agency model isn’t a fit for everyone, so we take a different approach. Think of us as the “un-agency.”

When you join Crux, you become part of an entrepreneurial team committed to elevating brands and amplifying missions. We’re trusting, accountable and unrelenting driven to help each other and our clients succeed.

Are you a design student looking for an internship that gives you real-world experience? Well, you’re in luck. Our team here at Crux is looking for you, too. Sure, we’re looking for someone with a good eye for design, but that’s not all we’re looking for.

We want someone who’s excited for new opportunities and challenges and isn’t afraid to ask questions. After all, with our wide variety of clients, you could start your day working on social for the best BBQ in KC and finish it by helping audit higher education design systems. If you’re eager to learn, we’re eager to chat.

At Crux, we're a tight-knit crew that thrives on innovation, bold ideas and lots of humor. With our fractional CMO model, we provide a simple, smart and impactful marketing solution for our clients. Think of us as a client’s in-house marketing department, but outsourced.

Who You Are

• A passion for design, combined with a hunger to learn and grow
• Creativity that knows no bounds
• An eagerness to experiment with new ideas and techniques
• A team player with strong communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Someone who sees challenges as opportunities

What You Will Do

• Create eye-catching visuals for social media, websites, marketing materials and more
• Collaborate with our team to brainstorm and bring innovative ideas to life
• Dive into the nitty-gritty of design software like Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Assist in the development and maintenance of our brand identity
• Tackle a group project with other interns across the company

What You Bring

• Ability to work collaboratively and appreciation for thoughtful feedback on work
• Demonstrates conceptual thinking and design problem solving skills
• Familiarity with traditional print production and graphic document production techniques a plus
• Basic proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (primarily InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop) and Microsoft Office suite of applications
• Familiarity with file management, Canva, web design, email design, and/or HTML/CSS a plus

Requirements:

You must be a current college student enrolled in an accredited university and have existing residential accommodations in the Kansas City metro area. This is a paid, in-office position, 4 days a week. All work is conducted in our Kansas City office.

Qualified applicants: Please apply with a resume and portfolio with a minimum of three examples of design-related work (class work or other; no group work). Cover letters and letters of recommendation accepted but not required. Interviews will be conducted virtually.