Graphic Design Internship
Albany FireWolves
Internship
On-site
Albany, New York, United States
Albany FireWolves Graphic Design Internship (Fall 2024 | Spring 2025)
The Albany FireWolves are a proud member of the National Lacrosse League (NLL), playing out of MVP Arena in Albany, NY throughout the winter and spring of 2024-25. This professional box lacrosse team offers opportunities to current college-level students looking to gain real-world graphic design experience, build their portfolio, and position themselves for a successful career upon graduation. Our emphasis is to provide practical experience, significant challenges, varying daily operational requirements and hands-on opportunities for creativity, resourcefulness, and excellence. This internship is available for full- or part-time candidates, eligible to work for college credit for the winter or spring internship season and the 2024-25 NLL season.
The Albany FireWolves are currently seeking motivated individuals for our 2024-25 Graphic Design Internship Program. The ideal candidate for this internship is organized, creative, and capable of being adaptable among tight deadlines. A qualified candidate should be able to work independently and within a team, handle multiple projects and tasks, and achieve objectives set forth by their supervisor and themselves. Candidates selected for a role within the organization will be given the opportunity to have a hand in multiple aspects of executing an Albany FireWolves home game and must be reliable for developing digital and printed assets to be used throughout the course of the season.
Job Responsibilities:
- Develop eye-catching graphics for social media, website, digital campaigns, and print materials.
- Create promotional materials, including flyers, posters, and digital ads.
- Design game day programs, concourse signage, and other event-related materials.
- Develop graphics for digital billboards and arena displays.
- Create layouts for newsletters, brochures, and other publications.
- Design infographics and visual elements for press releases and presentations.
- Maintain brand consistency across all design projects.
- Work on logo design and branding projects as needed.
- Collaborate with the marketing and social media teams to brainstorm new creative concepts and captivating content
- Assist with Albany FireWolves home games as needed
Qualifications:
- Must be willing to provide a portfolio of previous work experience as it relates to graphic design.
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.
- Proficiency in content creation platforms (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite)
- Strong understanding of design principles, typography, and color theory.
- Familiarity with social media platforms and content creation within the sports industry.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Passion for sports and a desire to learn about the sports industry.
Benefits:
- Hands-on experience with a professional sports team.
- Opportunities to build and enhance a diverse portfolio of work.
- Albany FireWolves team merchandise
- Networking opportunities with industry professionals.
- College credit (if applicable).
- Complimentary tickets to home games.
- Potential for future employment opportunities.
Job Questions:
1. Will you be able to receive college credit through your college for this internship?
2. How did you hear about this internship opportunity?
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.