JOB DESCRIPTION: Graphic Design Internship DEPARTMENT: Marketing LOCATION: Primarily stationed at Lake Terrace Convention Center; but work requires travel to all Hattiesburg Convention Commission (HCC) facilities. These include the Saenger Theater, African American Military History Museum, Eureka School Museum, and the Hattiesburg Zoo. STATUS: Part-time: Generally, Monday – Friday, nights, weekends, and holidays may be required. Approximately 24 hours per week. REPORTS TO: Creative & Social Media Supervisor SUMMARY: Work on a variety of products and activities, such as websites, advertising, print publications, magazines, posters, exhibitions and displays, and various other mediums-creating a visual brand for the Hattiesburg Convention Commission. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Meeting with the Director of Marketing to discuss the marketing objectives and goals on a project-to-project basis • Thinking creatively to produce new ideas and concepts • Presenting finalized ideas to supervisor and/or other facility managers • Proofreading for accuracy in finalized work • Demonstrating ideas through sketch or layout • Working with photography and vector illustration • Working as part of a team with printers, copywriters, photographers, social media specialists, public relations coordinator, other designers, web designers, etc. • Performs other duties, functions and special projects as assigned by the director. Run errands when needed; travel may be required. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Education and Work Experience: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, graphic art, advertising or a similar discipline ESSENTIAL JOB QUALIFICATIONS • Must retain a valid Driver’s License and meet the eligibility requirements to drive while conducting company business. • Must have transportation for required travel. • Knowledge and Skills • Enthusiasm for design and creativity • Flexibility in working with a team • Excellent communication skills • Attention to detail • Openness to feedback and revisions • Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator