Graphic Design Intern (Apparel Brand)

About the Role

A creative, motivated Graphic Design Intern to join the Brand Creative team. This is a hands-on internship designed for someone who wants real-world experience supporting a fast-paced e-commerce brand in the licensed apparel, retail performance wear, and activewear space. The internship is primarily focused on ad creation and digital design deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

Ad Creation & Digital Marketing

• Design paid ad assets for digital campaigns (Meta, Google, TikTok, etc.)
• Create static and animated graphics for social media content (Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest)
• Design email marketing visuals — 2x per week cadence
• Develop promotional graphics for product launches, sales events, and licensed property drops
• Support retargeting and A/B test creative variations

Website & E-Commerce

• Assist with website banner and homepage visual updates
• Resize and reformat existing assets across multiple digital specs and placements
• Support product page imagery and e-commerce visual needs
• Ensure all digital assets meet platform-specific size and technical requirements
• Support additional campaign components as assigned

Brand Creative Collaboration

• Work alongside Art Directors and senior designers to execute creative briefs
• Attend creative reviews and apply feedback to improve designs
• Follow brand guidelines and visual standards across all deliverables
• Maintain organized file systems and asset libraries

Licensed Property Work

• Assist with design assets that incorporate licensed IP from major entertainment and sports partners
• Ensure all licensed design elements comply with brand partner visual guidelines
• Develop understanding of how licensed properties are applied to apparel and retail campaigns

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator (required)
• Basic understanding of digital design principles and marketing visuals
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow brand guidelines
• Organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple deadlines
• Self-starter with a positive, team-first attitude

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Marketing, or related program
• Familiarity with e-commerce, CPG, or retail apparel brands (preferred)
• Interest or experience in pop culture, licensed properties, or fandom (preferred)
• Experience with social media content creation or email design (preferred)
• Basic knowledge of Adobe After Effects or motion graphics (a plus)
• Exposure to Shopify, Figma, or Canva (preferred)
• Portfolio that demonstrates digital design work

Compensation: $16.00 – $18.00 per hour.