Internship Visual Communication Design Jobs in Houston, TX

HIRE Technology is seeking an exceptionally talented Multimedia Designer to join our Client''s Brand Commercialization team. This role is responsible for developing high-quality visual communications that educate, engage, and strengthen our Client s brand portfolio.

We are looking for a designer who possesses exceptional visual design skills, meticulous attention to detail, and outstanding communication. The ideal candidate has formal design education, understands typography and visual hierarchy, and produces polished, production-ready work with minimal supervision.

This position is 100% On-site. Greater Houston area candidates only please.

Applications must include a portfolio.

Candidates should expect to complete the assessment using Adobe Creative Cloud within a specified time frame.

Responsibilities:

Graphic Design & Brand Development (70%)

• Design brochures, one-pagers, flyers, banners, catalogs, presentations, sales collateral, and other print and digital marketing materials.
• Develop logos, brand identities, icons, infographics, illustrations, and promotional graphics.
• Create layouts that demonstrate excellent typography, spacing, hierarchy, and composition.
• Perform advanced photo editing, retouching, masking, compositing, and color correction.
• Prepare production-ready artwork for both digital and print applications.
• Maintain strict adherence to Client s brand guidelines across all deliverables.
• Review all work thoroughly before submission to ensure accuracy and quality.

Digital Design & UI/UX (20%)

• Design landing pages, website layouts, email graphics, and digital campaigns.
• Create wireframes and UI mockups using Figma or Adobe XD.
• Design responsive digital assets optimized for desktop and mobile platforms.
• Apply UX best practices to improve usability and user experience.

Video Editing & Motion Graphics (10%)

• Edit educational and product awareness videos using Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Create basic animations and motion graphics using Adobe After Effects.
• Perform color correction, audio cleanup, and final video exports.
• Assist with storyboarding and production when required.

Collaboration

• Partner with Brand Commercialization, Brand Governance, Merchandising Business Centers, Marketing, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Translate business objectives into compelling visual communications.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Present concepts and incorporate feedback professionally.

Requirements:

• Bachelor''s degree in one of the following: Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Communication Design, Visual Communication Design, Print & Media Design, Multimedia Design or another closely related design discipline
• 3 5+ years of professional graphic design experience.
• Experience designing both print and digital marketing materials.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating branding, typography, layout, print design, digital design, and photo editing.
• Corporate or B2B marketing experience is preferred.

Technical Skills

• Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, Figma, Adobe XD, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Office and Microsoft Excel

AI & Modern Design Workflow

Candidates should be comfortable using AI tools to improve efficiency while maintaining creative quality.

Examples include: ChatGPT, Gemini, Elevenlabs, Hailuo.ai, Video Generation AI Model, AI-powered photo editing and content generation tools

Exceptional Attention to Detail

• Review work thoroughly before submission.
• Produces files with minimal spelling, formatting, or production errors.
• Maintains consistent spacing, alignment, typography, and branding.

Strong Communication

• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Strong grammar, spelling, punctuation, and proofreading skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally with stakeholders.

Design Excellence

• Strong understanding of typography, color theory, visual hierarchy, composition, and branding.
• High level of craftsmanship and visual polish.
• Ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging visual communication.

Professional Mindset

• Positive attitude and collaborative approach.
• Open to constructive feedback.
• Patient and professional through multiple rounds of revisions.
• Eager to learn new tools, technologies, and design trends.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Preferred Experience:
Experience designing: Brand identity systems, Logos, Corporate presentations, Product marketing materials, Trade show graphics, Brochures, Flyers, Posters, Banners, Product catalogs, Packaging, Web layouts, UI/UX interfaces, and Training videos.

Portfolio Requirements:
Applicants must submit a portfolio showcasing:

• Branding and logo design
• Marketing collateral
• Print design
• Digital design
• Typography
• Photo editing
• Layout design
• UI/UX projects (preferred)
• Motion graphics or video editing

Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.

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Design Evaluation (Required)

As part of the interview process, shortlisted candidates will complete a practical design assessment.

The assessment is designed to evaluate:

• Attention to detail
• Typography and layout
• Brand consistency
• English grammar and proofreading
• Photo editing skills
• Creative problem-solving
• File organization and production readiness
• Ability to follow detailed instructions

Candidates must be authorized to work in the US with no visa sponsorship

Local Houston area candidates only