Graphic Design Intern

Job Description

Graphic Design Intern | Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC

The Tone:
This is an internship at Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC & Pittsburgh Riveters SC, located in Pittsburgh, PA. The Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC and Pittsburgh Riveters SC are professional sports clubs committed to excellence on and off the field, representing the city of Pittsburgh with pride, passion, and community connection. They engage fans and strengthen their brands through creative visual storytelling across digital, print, and in-stadium platforms. This Graphic Design Intern role is crucial for creating compelling visual content throughout the fall, offering a creative and motivated student the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in sports design, branding, and content creation within a professional sports environment.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Part-time, unpaid
• Location: In-person, Pittsburgh, PA

• Mission: Create compelling visual content to engage fans and strengthen the clubs’ brands across various platforms.
• Tech Stack: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Adobe After Effects

What You’ll Actually Do
• Design diverse visual content for social media, email marketing, website content, digital advertising, and in-stadium displays.
• Support matchday creative needs by producing graphics such as lineups, score updates, promotional content, and post-match materials.
• Collaborate with the marketing and communications teams to develop creative concepts and execute projects efficiently.
• Uphold brand consistency across all club platforms and materials to ensure a unified visual identity.
• Produce print materials, signage, promotional collateral, and special event assets, supporting campaigns and community initiatives.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Current college student pursuing a degree in graphic design, visual communications, marketing, digital media, or a related field. Must be eligible to receive college academic credit for the internship.
• Experience: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Experience creating content for social media platforms is preferred.
• Skills: Understanding of typography, layout, branding, and visual storytelling principles. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Bonus: Familiarity with motion graphics and Adobe After Effects. Experience in sports, entertainment, or live events.