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Graphic Design Student Intern (ID: 106177) for Spring 2018

Agency/Facility

Workers Compensation Board

328 State Street
Schenectady , NY 12305

Division/Unit: Public Information Office

 

Web Site: http://www.wcb.ny.gov(New Window)

 

Proposal Information

Description:

Each intern assigned to the Workers' Compensation Board's Public Information Office would work 15-20 hours a week. The Unit operates M-F 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
The Student Assistants will report to the Graphic Designer 2, and assist in the following:
Design, using Adobe Creative Suite, and create materials to supplement content that advises and educates both internal and external stakeholders of changes in the Board's policies and procedures, including:
* Print materials including but not limited to pamphlets, brochures, banners, posters, postcards, invitations, publications
* Logos/icons/informational graphics
* Illustrations
* Presentations (including Microsoft PowerPoint)
* Newsletters
* Display materials
* Web assets (Intranet and Website)
* Photo Research for new WCB Website
* Multimedia project assets (including animations)
Other duties may include: Prepare design files for print, and assist in the coordination of print jobs; Research and organization of stock photography library; Research and organization of stock illustration library; Create unique WCB-related illustrations for use in multiple formats, such as, PowerPoint presentations, print materials and animations; Assist GD2 with PowerPoint presentations using the newly created WCB PPT Template; Graphic design project documentation and organization; Ensure compliance with the NYS Branding Guidelines: Assist in Form development as needed.

 

Skills:

Website Design Experience is a must.

Adobe Creative Suite is a must.

Experience in PowerPoint is desired.

Illustration skills is desired.

Photography skills are a plus.

 

Internship Areas: Health Services

Logistical Information

Payment? Paid

Number of Hours: 10 - 19

Location: Schenectady

Number of Interns Needed: 2

Desired Candidate Profile

Preferred Standing Senior

Minimum Standing: Junior

Degree Concentrations: Communication Studies, Visual/Performing Arts