OVERVIEW

Welcome to the Sarcreate Internship Program: Session 01! This fully remote program is crafted to offer you hands-on experience in the world of graphic design, with a focus on the freelance industry. As a self-taught graphic designer who has never worked in a traditional design agency, I bring a unique perspective that’s rooted in the realities of freelancing and being an independent artist.

In this program, we won’t just learn about graphic design techniques; we’ll dive into the specifics of managing a freelance career, from building your portfolio to interacting with clients and navigating the business side of being an artist. This experience is tailored to those who are passionate about pursuing a path in freelance graphic design or art. Open to one intern for Fall 2024.

TIMELINE

• Applications open August 26th

• Applications Due: Sep 6th

• Zoom Interviews: Week of Sep 9th- 13th

• Decision: Sep 16th

• Internship Dates: Sep 23rd-Dec 13th

INTERN OBJECTIVES/GOALS

Portfolio Presentation:

• Assist in organizing and updating the Sarcreate design website portfolio

• Assist in the creation of a portfolio book that will be physical printed. This will be the biggest project of the internship, and great for your OWN portfolio! Anything we create together in the duration of this internship may be used in your design portfolio, of course!

Administrative Tasks:

• Organize and maintain digital files and design assets.

• Create mock-ups and presentation materials for client pitches.

• Help put together brand kits for clients.

Client Interaction: (All 100% optional)

• You’ll have the ability to sit in on any/all of my client zoom calls. This is completely up to you and if it fits your schedule availability and desire. This is a great way to learn how these calls flow!

• Be apart of the client process from onboarding to project completion. Learn how I use Honeybook to manage all client communications.

Design Assistance: (very minimal)

• Support ongoing design projects with tasks such as sketching, creating digital assets, and refining designs.

• Participate in brainstorming sessions and provide creative input

*Objectives are listed in order of most time spent on to least

TIME & COMMITMENT

• 3-5 Hours per week. Most of this work will be done independently and on your own time.

• 1 Zoom call per week. This will be a check in to go over current projects, tasks, etc. Whatever day/time works for you, will work for me probably! And remain consistent throughout the internship.

• Optional: sit in on my design client zoom calls. Totally up to you! You’d be sent a zoom link to join and listen.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently pursuing a path in graphic design/art/etc. Whether its your hobby, you’re going to school, or you just got your first iPad- this might be right for you!

• Some knowledge design of software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign). You don’t have to be an expert… because I certainly am not! As long as you’re somewhat familiar with these.

• Strong organizational skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• A passion for design and creativity, with a keen eye for aesthetics.

• Super positive attitude and desire to spread the stoke

• Must have a laptop with a subscription to Adobe Creative Suite. And access to zoom; no subscription required.

• Optional: iPad with Apple Pencil and Procreate

• Strong sense of creativity

• Fluent in English

• Ages 18+

BENEFITS

• Gain hands-on experience in the freelance graphic design industry.

• Build a portfolio with real-world projects.

• Receive mentorship and guidance.

• Potential for future freelance opportunities or employment.

• References/Letter of Rec: If all goes well (which I bet you have the best vibes, so why wouldn’t it!?) Id be HAPPY to write a letter of recommendation, be used as a reference, sign off on college internship requirements, etc.

• $600 stipend upon completion.

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply for the Sarcreate Internship Program, please follow the Google Form link below and fill it out by September 6th. On September 7th-8th, I will be reviewing applications and reaching out to select candidates to schedule a Zoom interview. Zoom interviews will take place between September 9th-13th, and the final intern will be selected by September 16th

Other information:

• This is not an internship to learn my design style

• Emphasis is placed on the business side of freelance design & layout work in Adobe Illustrator and inDesign