Graphic Design Intern

ASRC Federal is looking for a Graphic Design Intern to work closely with our Internal Communications and External Marketing teams. You will help translate brand requirements into cohesive visual concepts for our social media, website and intranet channels. Your work will help ensure that our company and brand are represented consistently and creatively. The work is primarily remote, would require some travel in and around DMV area. 

Responsibilities:

• Design & Production: Produce various design iterations based on approved art direction, adapting layouts and visuals to different proportions while maintaining consistency with brand guidelines.
• Collaboration & Project Management: Work with Internal Communications and External Marketing teams to ensure the success of projects from concept through execution, meeting all production deadlines.
• Creative Presentations: Present design concepts to internal management and effectively incorporate feedback using solution-based creative thinking.
• Brand Consistency: Design within established brand style guides, ensuring cohesive and impactful visuals across all platforms.
• File Preparation: Ensure all files are properly formatted with correct dimensions and resolution for each distribution channel.
• Organizational Skills: Maintain and organize artwork files (working and final) on the server for future reference.
• Deadline Management: Ensure all design projects are delivered within established deadlines, maintaining efficiency and quality throughout the process.
• Research: Conduct research on best practices in social media marketing design and provide recommendations for optimization.
• Ad-hoc Design Deliverables: Design and execute as-needed deliverables and presentations for internal events, trade shows, or other communication campaigns.

Requirements:

• Currently enrolled as a rising Junior/Senior in an undergraduate design degree.
• Must be able to commute to the Reston, VA office as needed.
• Must be available for up to 20 hours a week, Monday-Thursday, from late May to early August.
• Proven experience in graphic design demonstrated through a portfolio (classwork acceptable).
• Strong understanding of design principles, color theory, and typography.
• Experience designing within brand style guides, ensuring consistency across materials.
• Proficiency in design software: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign). Video and motion graphic experience a plus (Premiere Pro, After Effects).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in file specifications and final production.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and incorporate feedback into design work.
• Ability to present and communicate design ideas clearly to internal teams and stakeholders.
• Passionate, with an eye for design that resonates with target audiences.
• Must be proactive, solution-oriented, and able to work independently to meet deadlines.