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Retrofête

Graphic Design Internship

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$16.50 - $22/hr

... character, intricate detail, and sparkling embellishments. The New York-based label, which takes ... Retrofete is looking for a Graphic Design Intern to join our NYC-based web team. As a Graphic ...

Retrofête

Graphic Design Internship

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$16.50 - $22/hr

... character, intricate detail, and sparkling embellishments. The New York-based label, which takes ... Retrofete is looking for a Graphic Design Intern to join our NYC-based web team. As a Graphic ...

Jolkona

Graphic Design Intern/Volunteer

Seattle, WA

$17 - $22.75/hr

Currently pursing or recently graduated with a degree in graphic design, visual design, art. Additional Information This is an unpaid internship. Time Commitment: Must be available February - May. 15 ...

Valleyfair LLC

ValleyScare Makeup Artist

Shakopee, MN · On-site

$17/hr

Overview WAGE: $17 / hour (Minimum Age 18) Ready to turn fear into art? Transform performers into ... application, airbrushing, and character design Knowledge of hygiene and safety in makeup ...

Valleyfair LLC

ValleyScare Makeup Artist

Shakopee, MN · On-site

$17/hr

OverviewWAGE: $17 / hour (Minimum Age 18)Ready to turn fear into art? Transform performers into ... application, airbrushing, and character design Knowledge of hygiene and safety in makeup ...

BetterBody Foods & Nutrition

Creative Intern

Lindon, UT · On-site

We are looking for a Creative Intern to join our BetterBody Foods team. This is an exciting ... You have at least 1 year experience in graphic design, art, illustration or related fields and have ...

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Thatgamecompany

3D Character Artist (Mid-Senior)

$81K - $114K/yr

... design phase * Support the rest of the 3D team to create character assets * Review and fix bugs of all complexities * Contribute to documentation and resource libraries for the art department

Naughty Dog

Senior Character Artist

Santa Monica, CA

$135K - $142K/yr

The Character Art team is looking for a highly technical and artistic Senior Character Artist to ... Work with artists, technical artists, and engineers to design, implement and maintain new workflows ...

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Netflix

Art Director - Ink

Los Gatos, CA

$236K - $395K/yr

Position Summary We are seeking an Art Director to join our pioneering team creating animated ... or character design Knowledge of 2D and CG animation and a thorough understanding of a CG ...

Netflix

Art Director - Ink

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$236K - $395K/yr

Position Summary We are seeking an Art Director to join our pioneering team creating animated ... or character design * Knowledge of 2D and CG animation and a thorough understanding of a CG ...

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How much do character design art intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for character design art intern in the United States is $19.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a character design art intern?

A Character Design Art Intern assists professional artists in creating original characters for games, animation, or other media. They help with sketching, refining designs, and maintaining consistency in character styling. Interns may also research references, collaborate with other creative teams, and adapt designs based on feedback. This role provides hands-on experience in the industry while allowing interns to develop their artistic skills and portfolio.

What do character design art interns do?

As a Character Design Art Intern, you will assist in brainstorming, sketching, and rendering character concepts under the guidance of senior artists and art directors. Your daily tasks may include creating character turnarounds, expression sheets, and helping to revise designs based on team feedback. You’ll also collaborate closely with other departments such as storyboarding, animation, and development to ensure character designs fit the overall style and narrative of the project. The experience provides valuable insight into the creative process of professional character design and often serves as a stepping stone to more advanced roles in the industry.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a character design art intern?

To thrive as a Character Design Art Intern, you need strong drawing and illustration skills, a solid understanding of anatomy, character construction, and a portfolio that showcases creative concept work. Experience with digital art tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or Procreate is often required, and familiarity with additional tools like Blender or Maya can be beneficial. Strong communication, openness to feedback, and the ability to work collaboratively are key soft skills for this position. These competencies are essential to efficiently conceptualize, iterate, and refine character designs that align with project goals and team visions.

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Infographic showing various Character Design Art Intern job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 29% Internship, 42% Full Time, and 29% Part Time. Highlights an 72% In-person, 14% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,304 per year, or $19.4 per hour.

Graphic Design Intern

Starlight Children's Foundation

Culver City, CA

$16.50 - $22/hr

Full-time, Internship

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Starlight Children's Foundation creates moments of joy and comfort for hospitalized children and their families. For 35 years, Starlight's groundbreaking programs have positively impacted more than 60 million critically, chronically and terminally ill and hospitalized children in the US, Canada, Australia and the UK. This is a period of exciting growth for Starlight and we're looking for smart, driven, passionate professionals that will help advance our mission.

Job Description

Starlight Children's Foundation seeks an enthusiastic Graphic Design Intern to support and assist the Communications & PR Department in their graphic design and art direction efforts. The Graphic Design intern will report to the Art Director and will assist with the development and design of core Starlight graphics, logos, collateral, event materials and a variety of other creative tasks as assigned across a variety of channels, including print, digital, web and video.


Responsibilities

  • Assist in updating Starlight's brand guidelines and other related style guides
  • Organize creative assets across Box and Dropbox
  • Help to source and vet local printing vendors
  • Help to organize creative project workflow
  • Assist with creating Starlight branded business material
  • Support team members to ensure the work reflects the high standards of the organization
  • Assist with collateral updates and version control
  • Other creative projects as assigned
Qualifications
  • Solid creative portfolio that demonstrates creative thinking and technical skills
  • Proficiency in both MAC and PC environments
  • Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign
  • Writing and proofing skills
  • Excellent administrative and communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Ability to work both collaboratively and independently to complete assigned tasks within identified time frames
  • Organized, dependable and detail-oriented
  • Team player
  • Quick Learner and efficient
  • High sense of urgency
  • Ability to work well under pressure
  • Bonus skills:
    • Knowledge of video editing software
    • Experience in designing for social media
    • UI/UX experience
Additional Information

Starlight interns are asked to make a 3-6 month commitment (semester or quarter cycle) at 15-20 hours per week. The position is located at Starlight's headquarters in Culver City, CA. The position is unpaid, however, we will sign paperwork / participate in any activities required for interns to receive college credit for their work. Parking and/or public transportation is reimbursed.

To be considered, you must submit through the form below or apply via email to jobs AT starlight DOT org with "YOUR NAME: GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERN" in the subject line, and please include a cover letter, resume and salary requirements. Applications that do not include a cover letter will not be considered.

ONLINE OR EMAIL SUBMISSIONS ONLY. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.


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