BRAND DESIGN INTERN
ABOUT
Common Sense is a nonprofit organization that gives kids, families, and schools the tools to make informed choices about media and technology. Families know us for our independent, age-based reviews of movies, TV shows, books, games, podcasts, and apps. Educators use our free curriculum and edtech reviews to plan lessons and integrate technology into their teaching practice. At our core, we are a children's advocacy group. We draw on original research, industry expertise, and community partnerships to advocate for laws and policies that help kids thrive.
We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunities to thrive. We hire and cultivate diverse teams of the best and brightest from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We offer a hybrid work model that combines in-office work and remote work opportunities, balancing operational effectiveness and collaboration.
SCOPE
We are seeking a creative and enthusiastic Brand Design Intern to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced designers and contribute to real-world projects that enhance our brand identity across digital and print mediums. As a Brand Design Intern, you will play a supporting role in creating compelling designs that align with our brand strategy, engage our audience, and drive organizational goals, as well as, gain:
- Portfolio-building opportunities showcasing work that reaches diverse audiences.
- Insight into the collaborative design process within a cross-functional team.
- Professional growth through constructive feedback and skill-building challenges.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Visual Design: Assist in the creation of digital and print assets, including social media graphics, email templates, presentation decks, event materials, and more.
- Brand Development: Help ensure consistency across all brand touchpoints by adhering to and evolving our design guidelines.
- Creative Concepting: Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute fresh ideas for campaigns, visual storytelling, and design solutions.
- Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Product, and Communications, to ensure designs meet project objectives.
- Feedback & Iteration: Respond to feedback from team members, revise designs as needed, and meet project deadlines.
- Design Research: Conduct research on design trends, competitive brands, and visual inspiration to inform creative decisions.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field.
- Proficiency in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Figma.
- A strong portfolio demonstrating creativity, attention to detail, and an understanding of design principles.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to manage time effectively, meet deadlines, and adapt to feedback.
- Passion for branding, storytelling, and creating designs that resonate with diverse audiences.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- REPORTS TO: Head of Design
- LOCATION: San Francisco, CA, or Remote (Pacific Time Zone)
- DURATION: June 16 - August, 2025
- PAY: $25/hr, up to 40 hours/week
This is a paid opportunity, and we will work with your clinical or internship office for school credit if necessary.
- Interns must be available to attend weekly educational Lunch & Learns, which are held every Wednesday from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. (PST).
Common Sense provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected classification or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Common Sense will also consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. However, job offers are made on the condition that the applicant subsequently passes a criminal background check. If the background check indicates a prior criminal conviction, we will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether the conviction should result in denial of employment. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment for qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
