About the role#
As a Graphic Design Intern, you will work with the Oklahoma City Thunder Marketing and Graphic Design department. This role offers practical experience in a professional sports marketing environment. You will support company-wide marketing strategies by creating artwork that fits established brand themes. The internship includes professional development workshops and resume reviews.
What you'll do#
- Design and produce team-related assets for print and digital media, including ads, posters, sales collateral, invitations, and animations.
- Help maintain and establish design department policies.
- Keep up with new design trends, techniques, and technology.
- Participate in scheduled internship program activities.
- Assist with other duties as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment at an accredited college or university with approval to receive academic credit.
- A degree focus in graphic design or fine art is preferred.
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite on the Macintosh platform, specifically InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
- Knowledge of printing methods and how digital files translate to print.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and focus on details.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Location & details#
- This internship is located in Oklahoma City, OK.
- The term runs from January to May 2027.
- This is an on-site, paid position requiring 12-29 hours per week during regular business hours.
- Please include examples of your design work with your application.
About Oklahoma City Thunder
The Oklahoma City Thunder is an NBA franchise based in Oklahoma City. Founded in 2008, the organization operates out of the Paycom Center. It focuses on professional basketball and community outreach programs across the state. The team employs between 51 and 200 people.
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