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Graphic Design Intern

National Comedy Center, Inc.
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GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERN

The National Comedy Center is currently seeking interns for its 2025 internship program. This is an excellent opportunity to get involved with an award-winning non-profit cultural institution and national-scale destination to gain real-world experience, learn new skills, and make connections. The state-of-the-art National Comedy Center was recently named the “Best New Museum” in the country by USA Today and one of the “World’s Greatest Places” by TIME magazine. 

The Marketing and Communications Design Intern will assist the Marketing team in designing promotional materials and social media content to build brand awareness for the National Comedy Center, as well as assist in designing materials for the annual Lucille Ball Comedy Festival in August. 

This internship will be on-site in Jamestown, NY, for the Summer 2025 season. The National Comedy Center is open to extending this internship beyond Summer only.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Responsible for supporting the marketing department's projects across digital and print channels:
  • Assist in designing and distributing promotional brochures, posters, and other marketing materials.
  • Digital design collateral includes social media marketing graphics, email campaigns, website assets, custom landing pages using our CMS, paid display ads, etc.
  • Works closely with the lead Graphic Designer on all aspects of the design process, including layout, typography, color, production, etc.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be familiar with adhering to brand standards and guidelines.
  • Strong typography & layout skills.
  • Master knowledge of Adobe Suite: Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, etc.
  • Interest in social media marketing & digital design.
  • Interest in event photography a plus.
  • Experience with WordPress and website design is a plus.
  • Successful candidates should have access to reliable transportation, as the position involves distribution of marketing materials. 
  • Must commit to at least 15-20 hours per week. Hours are flexible.
  • All interns must complete at least 4 hours each week on the National Comedy Center or Luci Desi Museum floor to learn how the attraction operates, interact with visitors, and increase their comedy knowledge.
  • During the week before and the week of the Lucille Ball Comedy Festival in August, hours may increase to full time but remain flexible (each intern can work out schedule with supervisor).
  • Interns will utilize their personal laptops during the internship. If other arrangements are needed, please discuss upon acceptance into our program.

CONTACT

To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter and samples of work to internships@comedycenter.org. Virtual interviews are available for students who cannot interview in Jamestown.