Graphic/Motion Design Graduate Associate

Position Title: Graphic/Motion Design Graduate Associate

Circle: Graphic - Creative

Status (E/NE; FT/PT): Non-Exempt; Intern

Reports to: Sr. Graphic Designer & Motion Designer

Hours: Up to 40 hours per week + nights, holidays and weekends as needed. 

Summary

Are you looking to join a team of go-getters dedicated to serving and uplifting the community through basketball? Join the Detroit Pistons team and our mission to empower!

As the Graphic/Motion Design  Graduate Associate, you will learn the core proficiencies of graphic and motion design throughout our full season! 

We are seeking a team member with a positive, upbeat outlook that can lead and connect with a diverse population!

Here at the Detroit Pistons, we are focused on equality for all. We work collaboratively to foster a diverse and inclusive work environment that celebrates our differences while driving innovation and equity. Creating impactful experiences on and off the court is what we do - and ensuring that everyone has a voice is how we do it.

We are seeking a team member with a positive, upbeat attitude that can connect with a diverse population, and we are excited to meet you!

What you’ll be doing: 

• Developing graphics packages for a wide range of media including social, web, email, apparel, outdoor, marketing promotions, and in-game needs.

• Creating motion graphics for digital, social media, and in-arena video boards.

• Facilitating project requests from departments across the Pistons Organization, including Partnerships, Membership, Marketing, Game Presentation, Retail, Basketball Operations, HR, and others.

• Collaborating across Brand Marketing verticals on design and activation strategies.

• Supporting production within the Pistons in-house print shop.

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelors degree required from a college, or university studying Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Motion Design, or a related field. 
• Enthusiastic designer who is passionate about both their design craft and the sports and entertainment industry
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite — especially Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects.
• A strong portfolio that shows refined design skills, inspired creative      vision, solid technical acumen, and demonstrated understanding of graphic and motion design. 
• Must be flexible and eager to learn.
• Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail. 
• Hard-working, self-improvers who are hungry, proactive, and possess a positive attitude.      
• Must be available to work 40 hours per week, unless otherwise agreed upon with their supervisor. 
• Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary
• Must have reliable transportation to and from The Henry Ford Detroit Pistons Performance Center and Little Caesars Arena. 
• Must be able to provide your own housing throughout the duration of the internship. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.