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DC Green Bank

Communications & Design Intern

Washington, DC · On-site

$17 - $22.50/hr

Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills. * Interns are expected to demonstrate creativity as well as initiative. * Experience with graphic design, video editing, and creating attention ...

Galileo

Graphic Design Intern / Headquarters

Milano, TX · On-site

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

The role will support the Communication & Advertising Senior Manager in the creation of visual ... BA in Visual Design, Communication Design or related field. Additional certifications of courses in ...

Galileo

Graphic Design Intern / Headquarters

Milano, TX

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

The role will support the Communication & Advertising Senior Manager in the creation of visual ... BA in Visual Design, Communication Design or related field. Additional certifications of courses in ...

Omnicom Media

Manager, Communications Design

New York, NY · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

Position Summary As Manager, Communications Design, you are managing the production and application ... verbal communication and presentation skills • Required PC proficiency and solid working ...

Landor

Design Intern

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

We are looking for students pursuing a degree in Graphic Design, Communication Design, Visual Arts, or a related discipline (grad students are also welcome to apply). These paid internships last ...

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How much do communication design jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for communication design in the United States is $34.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30.05 and $37.02 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Communication Designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Communication Designer, you need strong visual design skills, proficiency in typography, color theory, and a relevant degree in graphic or communication design. Familiarity with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and knowledge of digital platforms are typically required. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective collaboration and communication skills distinguish top performers in this field. Mastery of these abilities ensures impactful visual messaging, brand consistency, and successful project delivery across various media.

How does a Communication Designer typically collaborate with marketing and product teams in a company?

Communication Designers frequently work alongside marketing and product teams to ensure visual messaging aligns with brand strategy and user experience goals. This involves participating in brainstorming sessions, translating marketing objectives into compelling visuals, and iterating on designs based on feedback from cross-functional partners. Open communication and adaptability are key, as priorities can shift quickly in response to market trends or campaign performance. Collaboration tools, regular meetings, and shared project management platforms help streamline the workflow and keep everyone aligned.

What is communication design?

Communication design is a multidisciplinary field that focuses on how media and visuals are used to convey information, messages, or ideas effectively. It involves creating visual solutions—such as graphics, branding, digital interfaces, advertisements, and more—to solve communication problems. Communication designers combine creativity, technical skills, and understanding of human behavior to craft compelling and accessible messages for various audiences across different platforms.

What is the difference between Communication Design vs Graphic Design?

AspectCommunication DesignGraphic Design
FocusCreating visual messages for communication and brandingDesigning visual content primarily for print and digital media
SkillsTypography, branding, user experience, storytellingLayout, color theory, illustration, software proficiency
Work EnvironmentAdvertising agencies, corporate branding, multimedia projectsPrint shops, marketing firms, digital media
CredentialsDegree in communication design, visual arts, or related fieldsDegree or diploma in graphic design or visual communication

Communication Design and Graphic Design share overlapping skills but differ in scope. Communication Design emphasizes conveying messages and storytelling across various media, while Graphic Design focuses on visual aesthetics for specific media. Both roles are vital in branding and marketing, often working together to achieve cohesive visual communication.

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Infographic showing various Communication Design job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% Internship, 70% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 15% Contract. Highlights an 95% In-person, and 5% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $70,757 per year, or $34 per hour.

Group Director, Communications Design

Omnicom Media

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Business Overview
We believe in the power of media to reshape our industry and orchestrate a brand's entire consumer experience, by balancing both what unites people and what makes them different. When brands unite people in culture, they build Fame, and when brands connect individuals to their unique journeys, they build customer Flow. Initiative builds Fame & Flow for brands like Nike, Amazon, Merck, and T-Mobile. Media responsibility is at the forefront of everything we do, whether it's creating media plans that reflect the diversity of our communities, promote brand safety, and foster sustainability. Our agency celebrates diversity in an inclusive environment where all of our 6,000+ strong talent across 90+ markets feel seen, heard, and valued. Our vision is to create not only a better media company, but also a better media industry, and maybe even a better world.
We make a promise to our people that we double down on seeing, celebrating & elevating all the things that make you, uniquely you. And just as we do for our brands and clients, we connect our people to the journeys that matter in building a meaningful career.
There are four I's in Initiative and these represent our core values and behaviors.
  • INDIVID[YOU]ALITY - you bring your genuine and unique self to and into the work, every day.
  • INSTINCT - you're tuned in and armed with intelligence; you have a bias for action - shit happens when you're around.
  • IMPACT! - you care deeply about the impact you have on our clients, their customers, our community, the media landscape and our world at large.
  • IMAGINATION - your ability to imagine and bring to life the ideas, solutions, and the future of Initiative, makes us THE create media agency in the world.
Position Summary
As Group Director, Communications Design you are at the forefront of bringing the next generation of planning to life. As the Design leader of your client group, you are ensuring the adoption and adherence of communications design principles across your client base, ensuring your team consistently delivers best in class idea led, culturally empowered communications ecosystems that drive effectiveness.
Responsibilities
  • Act as lead design counsel for clients at key periods (e.g. annual planning) or across key projects (eg. New launches)
  • Responsible for communications design product excellence across major planning initiatives across designated client base
  • Lead the team's adoption of best-in-class communications design approaches and innovation, and adherence to planning process
  • Oversee collaboration with external partners (creative agency), and internal strategy and partnerships teams through the planning process to ensure creative excellence, strategic fit and commercial feasibility of the Connections Design approach
  • Oversight of connections architecture development, analytics strategy and ecosystem delivery across owned, earned, shared & paid (OESP)
  • Responsible for best-in-class quality and consistency of every output from the communications design client team they oversee, in line with the communications design discipline vision
  • Responsible for ensuring profitable integration of Specialty Business Unit (SBU) leadership within design team
  • Oversee opportunities to grow scope to appropriate communications design staffing levels and up-leveled talent on client assignments
  • Manage the product outcomes for new business efforts across pitches for Communications Design resource, including casting talent, running brainstorms, integrating with partnerships & SBU's

Required Skills & Experience
  • Experience in an integrated planning role in media, publisher / vendor, or communications discipline (digital, content)
  • Experience with high budget clients that participate in the linear video and CTV Upfront
  • Skilled at utilizing tools for optimizations
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
  • Proven ability to develop and maintain high level professional relationships with senior clients, colleagues and vendors
  • Strong organizational, analytical and leadership skills
  • Strong experience/involvement in new business planning and presentations skills

Desired Skills & Experience
  • 10+ years relevant experience with 5+ years leading, managing and motivating a team
  • Category or audience experience as relevant per assignment
  • Ability to lead strategic thinking for integrated marketing communication plans encompassing traditional and non-traditional media strategies
  • Ability to ensure consistency and best practices across all projects; strong project management skills
  • Ability to assess client needs for utilization and development of planning and research tools and resources
Wage and Benefits
We offer a Total Rewards package that includes medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plans, flex spending, life insurance, disability, employee discount program, employee stock purchase program and paid family benefits to support you and your family.
The salary range for this position is posted below. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position, market considerations, budgetary considerations, tenure and standing with the Company (applicable to current employees), as well as the employee's/applicant's skill set, level of experience, and qualifications.
Employment Transparency
It is the policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and other job functions are subject to modification. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
For applicants to jobs in the United States: In compliance with the current Americans with Disabilities Act and state and local laws, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position please email accommodation@mbww.com.
Salary Range
$160,000-$180,000 USD

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