Graphic Design Intern (Summer)

Description

 Our team of innovative art directors/game designers, software engineers, electrical and mechanical engineers work together to create a wide range of fun and exciting arcade games and entertainment experiences. A graphic design intern will assist our art directors in regular game development and marketing responsibilities, design and prepare art files in various stages and media types, and take part in the creative process of arcade game conceptualization. 

The position would suit a Junior or Senior level design student seeking to broaden their design skills in a multitude of ways. They will be expected to share their time and talents while collaborating with others from a cross-section of departments and disciplines. A successful candidate must be able to adapt and extend their knowledge as projects dictate, as well as work effective both independently and as part of a team.

We like to live the “Fun Value”, so in addition to bringing your highly desirable technical skills, you should be comfortable with a casual dress code, a creative environment, and an employee-focused mentality.  All of this while also creating great entertainment that brings people together.

Responsibilities:

• Assist Concept Manager and Art Director with art/design-related tasks including:
  • Preparing digital art files for print
  • Making adjustments to digital and print files per request
  • Draft, layout, and design of arcade game art, as led by the art director
  • Product Art/Design file restoration
  • Arcade game/concept modeling and render support (if applicable)
• Assist Marketing Manager
  • Sell Sheet and Marketing Collateral revisions
  • Asset creation for web and social media (images, animations, videos)
  • Print Needs for P&S Mktg
• Opportunities will be presented to:
  • Conceptualize, Draft, and Create logos, design themes, and arcade game choreography
  • Brainstorm new arcade game ideas and participate in project meetings
  • Create fun  signage and assist in other design needs for the greater Village of Companies

Materials and Equipment Utilized:

• General use of PC/Mac
• Drafting table and tools

Working Environment:

• Office environment – 90%
• Product Development Shop – 10%

Requirements

Education/Training:

• Must be pursuing a Degree in Graphic Design, or related coursework
• Must present and/or submit a portfolio of prior work, personal or course pieces

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Adobe Creative Suite “must have’s”- Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
• Other Applications - Adobe Apps (InDesign, After Effects, Audition, etc. are a plus) and Blender
• Typography
• Illustration
• Broad understanding of design elements, composition, and aesthetic strength
• Solid understanding of design techniques in vector and raster art
• Communication skills for sharing ideas, learning from others, and giving meaningful feedback 
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail 
• Flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities 
• A passion for games and product development  
• Experience collaborating with other content creators (designers, engineers) 

Travel Requirements:

• Limited travel – possibly just during work hours to off-site Arcade venues
• Potential traveling between local Village companies

Physical Requirements:

• Some physical exertion required
• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, and reach
• Works in an office and manufacturing environment