Graphic Design Summer Intern

Who We Are

 Why Authentic

 You’ll be able to access the resources and scale, while leveraging innovative technology and nimble environment. What we’re saying is, this isn’t your average day job. If you’re hungry to drive ideas into action and own your career, let’s chat. Our team is rapidly innovating to evolve and define the future of our brands. With the help of some of the brightest minds in retail, marketing, licensing, legal and more, we are building the intersection of digital and experiential marketing to help achieve that mission. We reimagine, evolve and transform brands! At Authentic, we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought and expertise drive competitive advantage. Our global teams are built by go-getters who contribute unique perspectives and push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. Headquartered in New York City, Authentic has offices in major metropolitan cities including Los Angeles and Miami, as well as Toronto, Mexico City, London, and Shanghai.

What You’ll Do

Authentic is seeking a Graphic Design Intern to join its Creative team. Working collaboratively with the VP, Creative Director, you will assist in the design, execution, and maintenance of creative assets across multiple channels, ensuring brand consistency and alignment. This role offers hands-on experience for a designer eager to develop their craft within a dynamic and fast-paced brand environment.

What you’ll be working on

• Create engaging pitch decks and presentations for marketing, new business, and category expansion, using strong layout and impactful storytelling
• Design print and digital assets across packaging, signage, event materials, and POP displays, ensuring strong visuals and alignment with brand standards.
• Adapt and translate existing layouts for use across brand extensions, product development, and retail needs, tailoring designs to suit different placements and audiences.
• Collaborate with Creative Director to develop campaign and brand assets, including advertisements, logos, in-store visuals, and in-house materials like brand books, style guides, and more.
• Assist with seasonal brand updates, and maintenance of brand assets and creative libraries.
• Incorporate AI-driven creative tools into the development of pitch materials and visual assets, supporting innovative storytelling and streamlined production workflows.

Must Haves:

• Currently enrolled university student.
• Available to work up to 20 hours per week.
• Able to work onsite in our NYC office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortability in a high-paced, collaborative environment.
• Detail oriented
• Proficient knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
• Process-driven and constantly looking for ways to streamline and simplify complex tasks.

Primary Location Salary Range

The hourly rate for an undergraduate student intern in New York is $18.
The hourly rate for a graduate student intern in New York is $22.

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