Graphic Design - Lifestyle Summer Intern
Who We Are
Authentic Brands Group (Authentic) is a leading sports, media, entertainment and lifestyle platform. As the owner of some of the most iconic and beloved intellectual property in the world, Authentic acquires and invests in brands to create long-term value for all of its stakeholders.
A digital-first, asset-light platform, Authentic sits at the intersection of culture, commerce and technology. It brings brands to life and cultivates fandom through powerful storytelling, premium content and unforgettable live experiences. Together with nearly 2,000 best-in-class licensing partners across 150 countries and an expansive distribution network, Authentic’s brands drive more than $38 billion in annual systemwide retail sales worldwide.
Why Authentic
You’ll be able to access the resources and scale, while leveraging innovative technology and nimble environment. What we’re saying is, this isn’t your average day job. If you’re hungry to drive ideas into action and own your career, let’s chat. Our team is rapidly innovating to evolve and define the future of our brands. With the help of some of the brightest minds in retail, marketing, licensing, legal and more, we are building the intersection of digital and experiential marketing to help achieve that mission. We reimagine, evolve and transform brands! At Authentic, we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought and expertise drive competitive advantage. Our global teams are built by go-getters who contribute unique perspectives and push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. Headquartered in New York City, Authentic has offices in major metropolitan cities including Los Angeles and Miami, as well as Toronto, Mexico City, London, and Shanghai.
What you'll do
The Graphic Design Intern will support the Authentic Brands Group Creative Department by assisting in the development of creative assets across print and digital platforms. The role will include hands-on involvement in designing seasonal lookbooks, line sheets, and presentation decks, as well as creating marketing materials for campaigns, social media, and e-commerce. The intern will help update and maintain brand guidelines and prepare production-ready files for vendors and internal teams. Additional responsibilities include researching design and fashion trends, organizing visual libraries, building mood boards, and collaborating with cross-functional partners to ensure brand consistency. This internship provides exposure to the creative process from concept through execution, offering valuable experience within a fast-paced fashion and lifestyle environment.
What you'll be working on
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Assist in designing seasonal assets, line sheets, and presentation decks.
- Create digital assets for social media, e-commerce, and marketing campaigns.
- Update and maintain brand guidelines and seasonal toolkits.
- Prepare production-ready files for both print and digital distribution.
- Support senior designers with campaign layouts, brand collateral, and retail materials.
- Conduct research on fashion and design trends to inform creative direction.
- Organize and manage visual reference libraries, mood boards, and design archives.
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Edit and retouch images for presentations, directives, and marketing use.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent brand representation.
- Manage file organization, version control, and asset archiving.
Qualifications:
- Pursuing a degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Fashion Marketing, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
- Strong sense of typography, layout, and visual storytelling.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Interest in fashion, branding, and retail trends.
- Available to work up to 20 hours per week
- Available to work onsite in our NYC offices
Primary Location Salary Range:
The hourly rate for an undergraduate student intern in New York, NY, is $18
The hourly rate for a graduate student intern in New York, NY, is $22
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