Graphic Design/Creative Volunteer/Intern
The Aparecio Foundation, NFP
Internship
On-site
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Company Description
Hasana, Inc. is an accessible luxury brand. The spirit of the
collection features high-end men's and women's clothing and
accessories for timeless style. We provide custom, hand-made items
ranging from contemporary to classic. Each item purchased directly
benefits The Apareció Foundation and women's education.
Hasana, Inc. is seeking talented students in the Chicago Loop area for
a variety of spring internship positions. Take advantage of on the
job training, mentorship and exposure to all aspects of the fashion
industry.
Hasana, Inc. is committed to developing a fun and productive work
culture that is conducive to positive results!
We offer a uniquely open environment that demands initiative and
imagination from every single team member that are heard, tested, and
genuinely empowered to lead by example and create lasting impacts on
our organization, its programs, and the community.
Please note that this is an unpaid internship.
Job Description
As a Creative Intern you will focus on building the Hasana brand with compelling marketing while maintaining high standards of design. Duties will consist of color correction, photo cropping, typography and image manipulation. Interns will work with HTML/CSS for web pages, e-newsletter blast and Social sites such as Facebook and blog.
Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Develop innovative design solutions
- Develop solutions for marketing materials, including but not limited to: In-store seasonal campaigns and comprehensive packaging programs for seasonal product and franchise businesses, public relations and promotions materials, online advertising and social media, and special seasonal initiatives, based on direction provided by the Art Director
- Initiate concepts and work independently and/or with Design Director & Copywriters
- Perform other related duties as requested
- General admin duties. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable reaching out to clients by phone and email
- Handles other responsibilities and projects, as assigned
Qualifications
- A passion for women’s economic opportunities
- Must be a full or part-time student and working toward a degree
- Must be eligible to receive school credit and commit to 2-3 days a week for 3 months
- Comfortable with ambiguity and able to work autonomously
- Experience with photo art direction, desktop production and retail fashion advertising
- Previous experience specifically in supporting retail environments
- Strong organizational and time management skills, highly motivated, self reliant with a "can do" attitude.
- Demonstration of strong design style, with fashion advertising experience
- Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and other groups as necessary both internally and externally
- Flexible; ability to adapt to changing priorities and multiple tasks
- Strong computer skills, PC with experience in Windows NT, Excel, PowerPoint and other applicable software
- Must be proficient in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator
- Integrity, honesty, openness and a willingness to operate as a team player
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.