Graphic Design Intern Fall 2024

Supervisor : Sr. Communications and Marketing Manager

About Butterfly Pavilion : A t Butterfly Pavilion, we transform the way people think about invertebrates. These small but mighty animals that surround us are so much more than people think.

They are everywhere, because everything depends on them. They are the hidden heroes of the animal kingdom. As the leader in invertebrate knowledge, inspiration and connection, Butterfly Pavilion works to foster an appreciation of these critical animals by educating the public about the need to protect and care for threatened habitats globally, while conducting research for solutions in invertebrate conservation.

Whether it is providing unique, hands-on learning experiences in our exhibits and educational programs, conducting new research that sets the standard for zoos across the country or building innovative solutions for species and habitat conservation in countries around the world, Butterfly Pavilion is leading the way in ensuring invertebrates are protected for the future.

Looking forward, we are committed to providing the most enriching experience for our audience, being recognized as a scientific and invertebrate research and conservation authority and being a leading educational resource on invertebrates .

Butterfly Pavilion is currently engaged in a $55 million Capital Campaign to expand Butterfly Pavilion into a new global, state-of-the-art research, education, and conservation hub breaking ground in 2025.

Our Core Values are a large part of who we are as an organization :

• Make Science Cool
• Love What You Do
• Go Above and Beyond
• Lead Change
• Know Yo ur Stuff
• Be Positive
• Welcom e All

These aren't just words, but words for us to live by here at Butterfly Pavilion.

Commitment : 12-16 hours per week. This position runs from August 19th, 2024 - December 20th, 2024

Position Summary : Butterfly Pavilion is seeking a dedicated and creative individual to join our team as a Graphic Design Intern.

The Graphic Design Intern will produce illustrations, designs and marketing materials for a nonprofit achieving global impact in invertebrate education, research and conservation.

This intern will be responsible for creating and preparing branded promotional materials such as print and digital ads that help promote and engage our audience in the programs and offerings Butterfly Pavilion provides to the community.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about conservation, marketing, communications, and making a positive impact in the community.

Benefits :

• Experience creating compelling designs and illustrations that make an impact and help drive revenue across multiple departments .
• Refined technical skill in using design software .
• Portfolio of various digital and print designs .
• Understanding of content creation across various platforms and audiences .
• Increased knowledge of marketing applications and technology .
• Skills in professional communication, collaboration and project management .
• Be part of a collaborative team working to promote Butterfly Pavilion to further our mission .

Key Duties :

• Develop print and digital designs to promote exhibits, upcoming public events and programs, and other initiatives for Social Media channels, digital and email advertising and on site locations
• Working closely with the marketing department to design and edit branded marketing collateral to meet specific project goals
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Skills :

• A portfolio of previously completed work showing an understanding of the fundamentals of graphic design .
• Proficiency using Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, and Adobe Photoshop to create visually appealing content .
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills and familiarity with formatting for print and digital media .
• Professional, inclusive and open communicator able to work, and solve problems, independently and on a team .
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint required .
• Ability to learn new and work with new technology , as needed .

Minimum Age Requirement : Minimum age requirement of 18 years old.

Physical Demands :

While performing the responsibilities of this position, the following work environment characteristics are representative of the environment the position will encounter.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

At Butterfly Pavilion, the employee is occasionally exposed to moderate to loud environmental noise for extended periods of time.

While performing the responsibilities of this position, the employee is required t o talk and hea r . The employee is often required t o sit and stand, use their hands and fingers, to handle / feel / grasp.

The employee is occasionally required t o reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Visio n abilities required by this job include close vision. Employe e should be able to lift, carry and items up to 50 lbs.

Application Deadline :

Until Filled

Start date :

August 19th, 2024

Apply :

Butterfly Pavilion encourages people of all backgrounds to apply for open positions and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or veteran status.

Fill out the form to the right and click "Apply for this Position" to start the application process. Must submit a cover letter and resume.

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