CONTENT DESIGN INTERNSHIP

Coalition Music is looking for a team player with a positive attitude to fill an available Content Design Intern position. This is a volunteer position, and a travel honorarium is provided.

We believe in helping artists and our internship program follows that same philosophy – to help interns. Our program offers interns the tools necessary to bridge textbook learning to real hands-on learning. It is designed to provide a basic overview of what it’s like to work in a non-traditional office setting, as well as give an overview of how the Canadian music industry works.

At Coalition Music, we embrace diversity and inclusion. The hiring decision is based purely on experience, skills, and the needs of the industry.

We are looking for two interns to work two to three days a week (Mon-Fri) starting September 2024. This is a four-month hybrid position and the hours are 10 AM to 6 PM, with some flexibility. Our in days are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, and we ask that our interns are present in office on these days.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate with the marketing and social media departments to create promotional artwork for various artist and company campaigns

  • Ability to create and prepare artwork according to layout dimensions and template specifications for printing and online platforms

  • Capture and edit content as needed

Key Competencies

  • Currently enrolled in or recently completed a design-related school curriculum or equivalent experience

  • Advanced proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator at minimum)

  • Understanding of typography, illustration, composition and colour theory

  • Ability to conceptualize and execute campaigns for multiple mediums include print and digital platforms

  • Digital video, animation, and motions graphics experience a plus (Premiere Pro, After Effects)

  • Experience in print production, colour profiles, print-ready documents

  • Experience in presentation design (PowerPoint/Google slides/similar)

  • Must be a team player who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

  • Must be comfortable following direction and implementing changes, while balancing strong design and tight deadlines

  • Must be proficient in the latest social media platforms

Requirements

High School diploma is required. A college/university degree or working towards one in graphic design/content creation is preferred.
Our ideal candidate has a strong interest in design and artistic sensibility, excellent time management and is a self-starter who is highly organized. We are looking for someone who is passionate about music and is not afraid to be creative and share their ideas.

How to apply

Submit a resume, cover letter and a link to examples of your work to liana.girardo@coalitionmusic.com and name the 2-3 days you are available for this internship.

Please apply for this position by e-mail. Following up by telephone is discouraged. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.