Art Director / Graphic Design Intern
Madison Internship Junior Graphic Design
At a glance
Junior Graphic Design role at Hiebing. Madison · internship.
Pay not stated Graphic Design salary
RoleGraphic Design
SeniorityJunior
LocationMadison
EmploymentInternship
PostedOct 21, 2026 · today
Role brief
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What you'll do
- Shape concepts with copywriters and fellow creatives, then express them through typography, imagery, color and composition
- Present alternate visual directions with sketches, references and concept boards, adapting designs to each brand, audience and goal
- Revise concepts and design execution in response to feedback, across the channels assigned
- Explore AI for ideation and visual experimentation, checking its output against agency rules and your own judgment
- Organize assignments, keep teammates updated on status and deliver work on schedule with team guidance
What you bring
- A portfolio showing your concept development and design work, including class projects, personal pieces or client assignments
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud, especially Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
- Strong command of typography, layout, color and composition, and the ability to connect visual decisions to a brand and audience
Who this fits
This internship suits a junior designer looking to build skills and a portfolio through client assignments and collaborative creative work. You must be based in Wisconsin or Texas and work from the corresponding office, with in-person collaboration Monday through Wednesday. The internship runs from fall 2026 through May 2027; the team prefers interns to work forty hours weekly, and you must have US work authorization without employer sponsorship now or later.
From the employer
Great creative starts with curiosity. A “what if.” An unexpected connection. A visual that makes someone stop, look and feel something.
As an Art Director/Graphic Designer Intern at Hiebing, you’ll be part of our Create team, partnering with copywriters, art directors and other creatives to turn insights into ideas that connect brands with people. You’ll contribute to real client work, from early sketches and concept boards to polished designs—and build your skills and portfolio along the way.
We’re looking for someone who thinks beyond the first idea, finds inspiration across visual media and enjoys making the work better through collaboration and feedback. You bring fresh perspectives, a willingness to share unfinished ideas and the curiosity to keep exploring.
What You’ll Do
As an Art Director/Graphic Designer Intern at Hiebing, you’ll be part of our Create team, partnering with copywriters, art directors and other creatives to turn insights into ideas that connect brands with people. You’ll contribute to real client work, from early sketches and concept boards to polished designs—and build your skills and portfolio along the way.
We’re looking for someone who thinks beyond the first idea, finds inspiration across visual media and enjoys making the work better through collaboration and feedback. You bring fresh perspectives, a willingness to share unfinished ideas and the curiosity to keep exploring.
What You’ll Do
- Develop creative concepts alongside copywriters, art directors and other team members.
- Translate ideas into compelling visuals, exploring typography, layout, imagery, color and composition.
- Design and refine work across channels, adapting your approach to each brand’s identity, audience and objectives.
- Bring multiple ideas and visual directions to the table, using sketches, references and concept boards to communicate your thinking.
- Use feedback to strengthen your concepts and execution.
- Explore AI tools to support brainstorming, visual exploration and creative workflows, applying your own judgment, originality and craft to the final work.
- Follow agency guidance on AI use, protecting confidential information and checking outputs for accuracy, bias, usage rights and brand fit.
- Manage assignments, communicate progress and meet deadlines with support from the team.
- A portfolio that shows your conceptual thinking, design skills and creative potential. Class assignments, personal projects and previous client work are welcome.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
- A strong foundation in typography, layout, color and composition, with attention to detail.
- The ability to connect visual choices to an idea, audience and brand.
- Curiosity about photography, illustration, motion, culture and emerging creative tools, including AI.
- A collaborative approach and openness to giving, receiving and applying feedback.
- Initiative and a willingness to ask questions when you need direction.
- Location: Madison, WI or Austin, TX. Candidates must be based in Wisconsin or Texas and able to work from the corresponding office.
- Work environment: Hybrid, with in-office collaboration Monday through Wednesday and remote flexibility Thursday and Friday, in an open-office setting.
- Timing: Starting fall 2026 and continuing through May 2027.
- Compensation: $15 per hour.
- Schedule: The Create team prefers interns to work 40 hours per week. Please include your availability during the academic year with your application.
- Application requirement: A portfolio is required. Please include a link and any password needed to access your work.
- Work authorization: Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without employer sponsorship.
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