Overdrive Interactive
Graphic Design Internship
Overdrive Interactive, Allston, Massachusetts, us, 02134
Overdrive Interactive is a Boston-based digital agency with a unique blend of strategic, media, creative and technical services that truly represent the model of what most agencies are striving to become in today’s competitive environment. Employment at Overdrive means having the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment providing some of the world’s leading companies with the cutting edge online marketing programs they need to succeed and grow. Our team members get their heads around online advertising, search marketing, social media, mobile, digital creative, analytics and more – all the things marketing and creative professionals need experience in to thrive in today’s ever changing marketplace. Want to know more? Check out our site at www.overdriveinteractive.com
Why intern at Overdrive Interactive?
An internship at Overdrive Interactive is a foot in the door. We train our interns to become expert interactive marketers so they can work for our company. So, while getting in the door might be a little harder here, once you’re in, you are viewed as a critical team member and an integral part of the agency’s future.
Responsibilities:
Provide graphic design support for the Creative Department
Contribute to the design and execution of images for websites, digital advertising, social media, PowerPoint presentations, and emails
Make everything that comes across your desk beautiful, clear, and motivating
Learn about digital design best practices, and become fluent in today's tools and software
Occasionally write for Overdrive's digital marketing blog, discussing industry trends, and news
Complete special projects as needed
Requirements:
The basics
Senior undergraduate with a minimum GPA of 3.0
Able to devote 15-20 hours per week at Overdrive ( Hours can be flexible to work around a school schedule for the ideal individual)
This is an unpaid internship for college credit
This is an on-site position at our Boston-Allston office
Technical chops
Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite Products, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
Proficiency in PowerPoint and Keynote
Proficiency in Sketch is a plus
Basic knowledge of the realities of executing designs within an online environment (HTML, CSS, JavaScript); coding ability is not a requirement
Knowledge of social media marketing and design for the ever-changing social environment is a plus
The intangibles
Passion for clean design, typography, and color theory, desire to solve problems in an innovative manner, and eagerness to learn and grow
Exceptional communication skills, as well as strong analytical skills, and work ethic
Experience presenting and communicating design ideas and project goals
Excellent attention to detail
Self-motivated to explore new technologies, programs, and techniques
Ability to work efficiently, both independently and in team environments
Great time management and organizational skills
Hours can be flexible to work around a school schedule for the ideal individual. This is an unpaid internship for college credit.
Why intern at Overdrive Interactive?
An internship at Overdrive Interactive is a foot in the door. We train our interns to become expert interactive marketers so they can work for our company. So, while getting in the door might be a little harder here, once you’re in, you are viewed as a critical team member and an integral part of the agency’s future.
Responsibilities:
Provide graphic design support for the Creative Department
Contribute to the design and execution of images for websites, digital advertising, social media, PowerPoint presentations, and emails
Make everything that comes across your desk beautiful, clear, and motivating
Learn about digital design best practices, and become fluent in today's tools and software
Occasionally write for Overdrive's digital marketing blog, discussing industry trends, and news
Complete special projects as needed
Requirements:
The basics
Senior undergraduate with a minimum GPA of 3.0
Able to devote 15-20 hours per week at Overdrive ( Hours can be flexible to work around a school schedule for the ideal individual)
This is an unpaid internship for college credit
This is an on-site position at our Boston-Allston office
Technical chops
Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite Products, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
Proficiency in PowerPoint and Keynote
Proficiency in Sketch is a plus
Basic knowledge of the realities of executing designs within an online environment (HTML, CSS, JavaScript); coding ability is not a requirement
Knowledge of social media marketing and design for the ever-changing social environment is a plus
The intangibles
Passion for clean design, typography, and color theory, desire to solve problems in an innovative manner, and eagerness to learn and grow
Exceptional communication skills, as well as strong analytical skills, and work ethic
Experience presenting and communicating design ideas and project goals
Excellent attention to detail
Self-motivated to explore new technologies, programs, and techniques
Ability to work efficiently, both independently and in team environments
Great time management and organizational skills
Hours can be flexible to work around a school schedule for the ideal individual. This is an unpaid internship for college credit.