Graphic Design Internship with American Beatbox
About American Beatbox:
American Beatbox™ is a NYC-based organization made up of world champion beatboxers, Broadway trail blazers, and music industry professionals dedicated to serving the growing global community of beatboxers and beatbox fans. At American Beatbox, our mission is to preserve and share the history of beatboxing as an original American artform, sustain the beatboxing community with resources and events, and spread the craft and lessons of beatboxing to future generations. We believe beatboxing can change the world and we’re looking for people who are passionate about music’s power to make a difference.
At American Beatbox, we create and host high quality digital content, produce live events, have original and collaborative merchandise for sale, provide links to event tickets and educational resources, as well as post general information on the beatboxing scene. Based in Midtown Manhattan, we have office space available for intern use but are very flexible with folks working remote. As we grow, we aim to connect the North, Central and South American beatbox communities and help facilitate growth and increased exposure for all. Internships with American Beatbox are eligible for credit.
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Graphic Design Internship Responsibilities:
- Work with our media team to develop and create eye-catching and exciting designs that will support the execution of social media strategy.
- Create designs that will highlight our community, promote upcoming events, increase merchandise sales.
- Create thumbnails for Youtube
- Share your ideas! We’re interested in hearing what you are passionate about and how your unique perspective and experience can help our mission.
Preferred qualifications:
Proficiency with Photoshop or equivalent editing software. Have an understanding of different file sizes needed for each platform. Must be able to communicate and work alongside other members of our team in a positive and respectful manner. Must have an understanding of how to use Google Drive, Google Documents, and Google spreadsheets. Must be able to manage calendar / timeline, create spreadsheets, and provide regular updates. We are looking for someone who will take the initiative on projects, will ask questions, and is passionate about spreading music enrichment, positive mindset,
Contact:
If you’re Interested in joining the American Beatbox Team, please send your resume and a short email to team@americanbeatbox.com w/ the Subject “AB Intern Application YOUR NAME” detailing who you are, what you’d like to do with American Beatbox, and why you think you’d be a good fit for American Beatbox. Please attach examples of your work highlighting your skills along with your resume.
We look forward to hearing from you!