Intern - Graphic Designer- Summer 2023- Nationwide/ Remote

Company: Lumen
Location: Syracuse
Posted on: September 25, 2022

Job Description:

ABOUT LUMEN
Lumen is guided by our belief that humanity is at its best when technology advances the way we live and work. With 450,000 route fiber miles serving customers in more than 60 countries, we deliver the fastest, most secure global platform for applications and data to help businesses, government and communities deliver amazing experiences. Learn more about Lumen's network, edge cloud, security and communication and collaboration solutions and our purpose to further human progress through technology at news.lumen.com, LinkedIn: /lumentechnologies, Twitter: @lumentechco, Facebook: /lumentechnologies, Instagram: @lumentechnologies and YouTube: /lumentechnologies.
THE ROLE
The Lumen Marcom department is responsible for the company's advertising and marketing. The role of the design team is to develop and maintain a consistent and compelling look and feel for all materials, including advertising, the lumen.com website, and other digital and print assets. We partner with the Copy, Web (UI / UX) and Video teams as a single creative group to showcase the company as a leader in our field, a company with vision and tools that enable users to do amazing things.
THE MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Participate in various design projects from concept to completion

Produce moodboards, mockups, and engaging, innovative and effective design solutions

Pitch creative ideas
Work on a variety of projects hands-on such as ad and infographic design, animation, web page layout and more
Produce final design solutions (like logos, banners, interfaces)
Take on special design tasks (e.g. color correction)
Use various techniques to create drafts, mockups, and prototypes
Understand project requirements and goals, and adhere to company brand style guidelines
Collaborate with other designers and members of other teams
Listen to feedback from managers, stakeholders, and peers to hone skills and improve design
WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN A CANDIDATE
Pursing a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Advertising, Fine Arts, Visual Arts, Digital Design & Multimedia Design, or similar
Enrolled at a 4-year accredited college; junior or senior status at the start of the internship (graduating after August 2023)
Minimum Cumulative GPA: 3.0 or higher preferred
Must be available to work 30 - 40 hours, during the specified 10-week timeframe

Strong online design portfolio (link required)

Ability to drive for results through leadership and flexible approaches
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Detail oriented and well organized
Ability to manage projects and meet deadlines
Understanding basics of typography, layout, color theory and composition
Proficient in Adobe InDesign, and Photoshop; familiarity with Adobe XD and Microsoft PowerPoint
Familiarity with digital and print projects
Can craft and execute a vision with creativity and style individually, and as part of a team
Curious, quick learner, great communicator, reliable and ready to work hard
Interest in technology
Experience in HTML/CSS, illustration and/or animation preferred
US work authorization
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT
After completion and submission of your application, you will be asked to participate in a virtual video interview. This on demand interview will be a way for Lumen to learn more about you and your experience as it aligns to the internship position. - -A separate email invitation will be sent to you (check your spam) within 6 hours of application. - For continued consideration in the summer internship program, please ensure you complete the video interview within 5 business days of application. - Thank you!
Requisition #: 316951
When applying for a position, you may be subject to a background screen (criminal records check, motor vehicle report, and/or drug screen), depending on the requirements for the position. -Job-related concerns noted in the background screen may disqualify you from the new position or -your current role. -Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
EEO STATEMENT
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, "protected statuses"). -We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.
NOTE: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
DISCLAIMER
The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. -Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.

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