Intern - Creative Print Artist, Graphic Designer

This is a Part Time Paid Internship

Summary of Position

The Creative Advertising team is seeking a creative, design intern specialist in Print and Print Production. The intern candidate will work directly with an Art Director to help create and develop artistic solves for print, digital, social, display, in-theater, online channels and VOD platforms.

Using photography, typography and design fundamentals, along with the latest software within the Adobe Creative Suite will be essential, specifically Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. Bonus if the candidate has experience in Ai products such as Midjourney, and/or previous knowledge of online engagement such as streaming on Twitch and Kick.

Responsibilities

• Familiarizing yourself with the process of marketing motion picture films
• Learning the basics of the design process in motion picture advertising
• Researching design reference/examples to aid in development of key art explorations.
• Contributing to critiques and analysis of artwork campaigns
• Designing campaign assets (print and digital) such as posters, social posts and collateral (promotional items)
• Project and time management of multiple projects and campaigns

Skills

• Currently pursuing a degree in Art, Design, Graphic Design or similar field
• Art Direction or Designer experience preferred (personal projects or professional will be considered)
• Extensive knowledge of art principles, art history and/or advertising history
• Demonstrated ability with Adobe Suite software. Bonus: Ai programs
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Microsoft Suite programs knowledge
• Basic knowledge of project management software: Monday.com, Trelo, Boot Camp

Internship Details

Lionsgate and Starz Internship Program Summer 2024

Program Dates: Tuesday, June 11th Friday, August 16th, 2024 (10 Weeks)

The Lionsgate and Starz Internship Program is designed to identify, recruit, and develop a diverse group of students that will gain meaningful educational experiences, professional growth, and career opportunities.

Please read the following information carefully before submitting an application.

Important Dates

The Lionsgate and Starz Summer 2024 Internship program dates are: June 11thAugust 16th, 2024.

All interns are required to attend orientation on Tuesday, June 11th, 2024.

Details
• Interns must not work more than 36 hours per week
• Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree
• Interns must be current rising juniors through recent grads (within 6 months of internship start date)
• Graduate students are eligible to apply
• Interns must be available to work for the entire length of the program
• All internships are paid
• Most internship positions will require working 4 days in office

To Apply

All candidates must submit a resume (PDF preferred) to your preferred area(s) of interest. The program offers internship opportunities in many departments, so candidates applying should keep in mind that they may be considered for departments not listed.
• Submit a 1-page resume (PDF preferred)
• Submit a cover letter (Optional)
• Explain why your background and experience make you a great fit for Lionsgate & Starz

Business Unit Overview

Motion Picture Group

Lionsgate’s motion picture business is a consistent box office market share leader with films that have grossed more than $10 billion worldwide over the past six years. This leadership is driven by world-class talent relationships, a deep and renewable portfolio of iconic brands and franchises, and a diverse and balanced slate that is built to enhance consumer enjoyment of the theatrical experience but also has the flexibility to utilize a broad range of alternative release strategies as the opportunities to monetize films continue to expand. The creator, owner and distributor of great film brands including The Hunger Games, Twilight Saga, John Wick, Now You See Me, Knives Out, La La Land, Saw, Dirty Dancing and Monster’s Ball, among many others, films released by Lionsgate and its predecessor companies have earned 129 Academy Award® nominations and 32 Oscar® wins.

In addition to its mainstream commercial releases, Lionsgate’s Motion Picture Group includes specialty film distributor Roadside Attractions, an industry leader in award-winning prestige movies, Pantelion Films, the U.S. market leader in Spanish-language releases, a top film production and distribution brand in the UK, and multiplatform distributor Grindstone Entertainment.

Department Overview

The MPG/Creative Advertising team at Lionsgate designs and develops artwork for Theatrical and Home Entertainment marketing campaigns. This team handles design solutions for the full lifecycle of our films, employing creative strategies to develop and cultivate the strategy, implementing that position, using graphic design and marketing. We work from start to finish on a campaigns profile and develop visual centers that drive that films excitement and awareness with the audience.

Compensation

$18 per hour