Disney is offering an internship opportunity for a qualified intern who can assist in the creation of various pieces of sales communication and marketing for the Publishing department. Basic tasks also include production schedule & marketing timeline maintenance, copy-writing for solicitations and other sales/marketing pieces, and other tasks as assigned.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the design of various projects of Marvel’s Publishing marketing including print house ads, web marketing (facebook and twitter ads) and magazine editorial layouts.
- Prepare to solicit information for a variety of outlets, including the Marvel App for iOS devices.
- Assist on the copy for postcards, ads, and a variety of other sales/promo items.
- Assist in the management of several marketing and production schedules Excel tracking sheets for Publishing Sales Dept.
- Assist with various aspects of convention planning including panel presentations.
Basic Qualifications:
- Basic design fundamentals and familiarity with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
- Skills in print design, basic web design, print standards, color theory, and typography.
- Quick-learner with the ability to take direction and work under pressure.
- Experience in Excel & Keynote a plus.
- Design internship experience preferred.
- Knowledge of copywriting, creating and maintaining Excel documents, and data management/entry required.
- Candidate must also have a working knowledge of the Marvel Universe, its characters, and the comics/creators they are featured in.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Resume must outline other internships, degrees earned, work experience, related clubs, and organizations, current major courses of study, expected graduation date and extracurricular activities.
- A cover letter must include a personal introduction, and days/times available during the internship period.
- Preferred Junior or Senior-level standing
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Required Education:
- A prospective intern should be in Junior or Senior year pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or closely related field.
- Website portfolio or PDF required.
Internship Eligibility:
- Must be enrolled in an undergraduate program prior to participation in the internship program
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program
- Must possess unrestricted work authorization
- All candidates must be able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the session.
Program Dates:
The internship will start in January - May with flexibility as needed based on academic calendars.
Housing & Transportation:
This internship is located in New York, NY. All candidates must provide their own housing and transportation for the duration of the internship.
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