About the role#
As a Designer Intern at Athena Global Advisors, you will contribute to real agency and client projects while gaining hands-on experience in creative development. You will work alongside art directors, designers, and copywriters to build campaign concepts, visual identities, social content, and marketing materials. This program offers exposure to the full creative process, from initial brainstorms to final deliverables across digital, print, and social platforms.
What you'll do#
- Support the development of campaign concepts and visual directions.
- Design layouts, graphics, presentations, and social content.
- Create mood boards, storyboards, and initial visual concepts.
- Explore photography, illustration, typography, and color to support creative ideas.
- Apply design principles like visual hierarchy, balance, and rhythm.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure visuals and messaging align.
- Prepare creative work for internal reviews and client presentations.
- Incorporate feedback and revise designs with attention to detail.
- Organize project files and creative references.
- Participate in team critiques and creative working sessions.
- Stay curious about design trends, technology, and culture.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree or training in graphic design, visual communications, advertising, or a related field.
- A portfolio demonstrating strong design fundamentals and visual storytelling.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma.
- A solid understanding of typography, layout, composition, and brand systems.
- Ability to translate ideas into polished design executions.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality work.
- Excellent communication and time-management skills.
- A positive, collaborative attitude.
- Experience with motion design, video editing, animation, photography, illustration, or 3D tools is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 15 to August 11).
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: 20 to 30 hours per week.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About Athena Global Advisors
Athena Global Advisors is a marketing consultancy based in Philadelphia. Founded in 2013, the firm employs between 51 and 200 people. It provides business insights, marketing strategies, and brand activations for clients in sectors such as telecommunications and major league sports. The company is women-owned and functions as a privately held organization.
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