About the role#
Buffalo Toronto Public Media is looking for a Graphic Design Intern to join our Marketing and Creative Services team. You will work directly with our creative staff to build visual assets for our television, radio, and digital platforms. This role offers the chance to build your portfolio while gaining experience in a media production environment. This is an unpaid internship for students seeking college credit.
What you'll do#
- Design and execute brand assets for social media, email, web, and digital ads.
- Create print marketing materials for promotional campaigns and fundraising events.
- Produce TV graphics and stills for on-air broadcasts.
- Partner with the Creative Services, Social Media, and Marketing teams to build campaigns.
- Maintain our brand standards across all projects.
- Assist with various ad hoc projects as needed.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student in graphic design, marketing, communications, or a related field.
- You must be eligible to receive college or university course credit for this internship.
- Basic computer skills in Adobe Suite, Canva, or Microsoft Office.
- A professional, team-focused, and creative approach to your work.
- Familiarity with animation or Adobe After Effects is a bonus but not required.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Buffalo, New York.
- Work is hybrid with a blend of remote and on-site tasks.
- Hours are flexible.
- Internship documentation from your school is required.
About Buffalo Toronto Public Media
Buffalo Toronto Public Media is a nonprofit broadcast media organization based in Buffalo, New York. The company operates two television stations and two radio stations that serve Western New York and Southern Ontario. It produces original documentaries for both local and national audiences. With 121 employees, the organization focuses on educational and cultural programming.
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