NIKORE ASSOCIATES

 Internship - Graphic Design

URL: www.nikoreassociates.com

1. Company introduction: Nikore Associates is an economics think tank undertaking research on issues pertaining to a wide range of development sectors including labour, gender, industrial development, transport, logistics etc. Our policy recommendations and research outputs have been published in many national and international news media.

2. Corporate office address: We conduct our operations online through smooth and dynamic channels of communication. Applicants from all over the world are encouraged to apply.

3. Project title and description: We engage with international organisations like Asian Development Bank, World Bank and UN Women. Our work involves providing research-backed advice and expertise which aids the knowledge and processes of these organisations on key policy and developmental issues. As a graphic design intern, you will work towards strengthening the firm’s social media presence and shape its visual aspects. You will have the opportunity to create eye-catching visuals and demonstrate illustrative skills. You will be required to have a creative flair, up-to-date knowledge of design softwares and a professional approach to time and deadlines. You will work closely with a team of early career professionals who appreciate quality and design. Given that it is a newly established organisation with compact resources, every team member is also expected to perform some administrative tasks related to everyday functioning and management.

4. Key deliverables of the project:

• Translating requirements into design that reflects the desired theme and tone

• Designing posters, advertisements and other communication materials

• Creating these materials by using computer software programs such as Adobe's Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and more

• Produce creatives for review and make revisions based on the feedback received

• Ensure final graphics and layouts are original, visually appealing and engaging

5. Does the project involve travel or on-field work? No (work from home)

6. Title and Duration of the job. First 2 months on probation as Social Media Intern. Possibility to transition into a Communications Associate and/or Manager with stipend depending on quality of work and time commitment.

7. Number of work hours 15-18 hours per week for part-time internship. 35-40 hours per week for full-time internship.

8. Number of visits to the corporate office N/A (work from home)

9. Any specific requirements such as knowledge, hard or soft skills, educational qualifications, or work experience from the interns:

• Undergraduate Degree in Design, Media Communication or related fields

• A strong portfolio of illustrations or other graphics

• Familiarity with design softwares and technologies, such as InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop