Associate Photo Album Design Jobs in Chicago, IL

JOB SUMMARY

The Graphic Design Intern will support the Marketing Department by assisting with the creation and execution of visual content that enhances brand awareness, patient engagement, and organizational growth. This role provides hands-on experience working with a fast-paced marketing team to develop creative assets across digital, print, social media, website, and internal communication channels.

The ideal candidate is highly creative, detail-oriented, eager to learn, and passionate about visual storytelling. The Graphic Design Intern will gain practical experience in brand management, marketing campaign development, content creation, and design production while supporting multiple brands within a growing healthcare organization.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Graphic Design & Creative Development

• Assist in the creation of marketing materials including digital advertisements, social media graphics, email templates, brochures, flyers, posters, signage, presentations, and other promotional assets.
• Support the development and execution of creative concepts that align with organizational branding guidelines.
• Design visual content for multiple dental practice brands while maintaining brand consistency and quality standards.
• Create and edit graphics, illustrations, infographics, and digital assets for marketing campaigns.
• Assist with photo selection, image editing, retouching, and asset organization.

Digital Marketing Support

• Design social media content to support patient acquisition and engagement initiatives.
• Create graphics for websites, landing pages, blogs, and email marketing campaigns.
• Assist with the production of digital advertisements for paid search, display, and social media campaigns.
• Support video content development through graphic creation, slide design, and basic video editing.
• Help maintain digital asset libraries and marketing templates.

Brand Management

• Ensure all creative materials adhere to company brand standards and visual identity guidelines.
• Support brand consistency across all patient-facing and internal communications.
• Assist with updates to brand assets, templates, and style guides.
• Participate in creative brainstorming sessions for campaigns and promotional initiatives.

Practice Marketing Support

• Assist in developing custom marketing materials for local dental practices and community outreach efforts.
• Create promotional materials for office events, grand openings, patient appreciation events, and sponsorship opportunities.
• Support practice-specific marketing campaigns and initiatives.
• Collaborate with marketing team members to address creative needs across locations.

Project Coordination & Collaboration

• Work closely with the marketing team and other departments to execute creative projects within established deadlines.
• Participate in design reviews and incorporate feedback from stakeholders.
• Assist with managing multiple design projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• Support cross-functional projects involving marketing, operations, and leadership teams.

Creative Research & Innovation

• Stay current on graphic design trends, digital content best practices, and emerging creative technologies.
• Research competitor marketing materials and visual communication strategies.
• Explore AI-powered design tools and creative solutions to improve efficiency and innovation.
• Contribute fresh ideas to marketing campaigns and branding initiatives.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist with administrative tasks related to marketing and creative projects.
• Support event marketing efforts, including preparation of promotional materials and signage.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Currently pursuing or recently completed an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Marketing, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• Previous internship, coursework, freelance work, or personal portfolio demonstrating graphic design skills preferred.
• Experience using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with Canva, Figma, or other design platforms is a plus.
• Basic understanding of social media platforms and digital marketing concepts preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong creative thinking and visual design skills.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and/or other graphic design software.
• Understanding of typography, layout, color theory, and visual hierarchy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to receive feedback and make revisions in a professional manner.
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Eagerness to learn and develop new creative and marketing skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other business applications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to view, create, and edit digital designs for extended periods.
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to travel occasionally to practice locations or events as needed.

The above statements are intended to provide a general overview and level of work being performed by most people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be a list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements.  Additional duties can be assigned as determined.

Elite Dental Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support a diverse workforce.