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1 Atelier

Graphic Design Intern

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$16.50 - $22/hr

We are a fast-paced startup just hitting our stride, where we are completely transforming the ... to graphic design and content development. This candidate needs to be excited about the fashion ...

1 Atelier

Graphic Design Intern

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$16.50 - $22/hr

We are a fast-paced startup just hitting our stride, where we are completely transforming the ... to graphic design and content development. This candidate needs to be excited about the fashion ...

Jolkona

Graphic Design Intern/Volunteer

Seattle, WA

$17 - $22.75/hr

Our mentors include some of Seattle's best startup talent who prepare these founders to scale and ... Currently pursing or recently graduated with a degree in graphic design, visual design, art.

iBlack

Graphics Design Intern

Washington, DC

$15.75 - $21/hr

Company Description iBlack is an early stage startup with a mission to become the leading lifestyle ... Studying for or recently graduated with a degree in Graphic Design preferred Strong analytical ...

Intiva Health

Graphic Designer

Austin, TX · On-site

The Graphic Designer will apply art and design skills to produce a visually appealing product for ... startup with a strong mission: helping medical professionals like doctors and nurses manage every ...

iBlack

Graphics Design Intern

Washington, DC · On-site

$15.75 - $21/hr

Company Description iBlack is an early stage startup with a mission to become the leading lifestyle ... Graphic Design preferred • Strong analytical skills Excellent organizational and multi-tasking ...

Intiva Health

Graphic Designer

Austin, TX · On-site

The Graphic Designer will apply art and design skills to produce a visually appealing product for ... startup with a strong mission: helping medical professionals like doctors and nurses manage every ...

Intiva Health

Graphic Designer

Austin, TX · On-site

The Graphic Designer will apply art and design skills to produce a visually appealing product for ... startup with a strong mission: helping medical professionals like doctors and nurses manage every ...

Eight Sleep

Graphic Design Intern -- NYC

New York, NY · On-site

$17/hr

This role is for someone who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment, brings ideas to life ... Current student or recent graduate in Graphic Design, Computer Arts, or a related field.

Eight Sleep

Graphic Design Intern - NYC

New York, NY · On-site

$16.50 - $22/hr

This role is for someone who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment, brings ideas to life ... Current student or recent graduate in Graphic Design, Computer Arts, or a related field.

Rempli

Graphic Designer

Miami, FL · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Contribute to visual direction for campaigns, branding, and storytelling Qualifications * 2-4+ years of experience in graphic design (preferably in an agency, startup, or fast-paced environment)

Togga

Graphic Design Intern

Austin, TX · On-site

$10/hr

Design within existing web content and maintain Togga's consistent look and feel. * Complete ... Work with startup veterans, learn new tech and what it means to create a company. This isn't our ...

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How much do startup graphic design jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for startup graphic design in the United States is $26.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.95 and $31.25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the startup graphic design position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Startup Graphic Designer, you need a strong grasp of design principles, creativity, and proficiency in visual storytelling, generally supported by a relevant degree or portfolio of work. Expertise in software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and familiarity with web design tools like Figma or Sketch are common requirements. Excellent communication, collaboration, and adaptability are standout soft skills, given the fast-paced and dynamic nature of startups. These capabilities are crucial for delivering high-impact visual content that supports brand identity and business growth in an evolving environment.

What are the main challenges a graphic designer faces when working at a startup?

Graphic designers working at startups often encounter fast-changing priorities and the need to juggle multiple projects with tight deadlines. Since startups usually have smaller teams, you may wear many hats—handling everything from branding to marketing assets and even UX/UI design for digital products. This role offers the unique opportunity to directly influence the company's visual identity, often leading to rapid skill development and portfolio growth. It also requires flexibility and strong communication, as you’ll collaborate closely with founders, marketers, and developers to ensure visual consistency across all channels.

What is a startup graphic design?

A Startup Graphic Design job involves creating visual assets such as logos, branding materials, websites, social media content, and marketing collateral for early-stage companies. Designers in startups often work in fast-paced environments, collaborating closely with founders and marketing teams to establish a brand identity. They may handle multiple design projects simultaneously, requiring creativity, adaptability, and problem-solving skills. Unlike corporate design roles, startup designers may have broader responsibilities, including UX/UI design and product visuals.

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Infographic showing various Startup Graphic Design job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $55,951 per year, or $26.9 per hour.

Graphic Design Intern

1 Atelier

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$16.50 - $22/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Company Description

1 Atelier is an independent luxury brand born in New York City that celebrates individuality and empowers confident self-expression by inviting people to create one-of-a-kind handcrafted handbags through a digital design platform. We are building a transformational luxury brand that delivers exquisite custom products, manufactured in New York City, and delivered in less than 21 days. 1 Atelier is returning luxury to what it once was, in a way it could only happen today.

We are a fast-paced startup just hitting our stride, where we are completely transforming the luxury experience and disrupting the luxury industry. We were recently selected by Fast Company as one of the Most Innovative Companies in Style for 2017. Our internal mantra is  "Work Hard. Be Kind. Change the Game." Our promise is that you will learn a lot from a highly experienced team, including the founders, who are industry experts. Take a look at www.1atelier.com/about to watch our video and read about the founders. Our office is based in the Garment District in NYC.

Job Description

    • Work with the Content Director and Creative Director to edit and create visual content for email marketing, website, and social media according to the Editorial Calendar

    • Design marketing collateral

    • Assist the photo retouching team with product asset creation, recoloring and updating assets and cutting out digitized patterns for the customization platform

    • Create digital "bags" from our digital asset inventory for posting on partner online commerce sites

Qualifications

We are looking for a highly self-motivated, resourceful and reliable intern to help us with everything we have going on at our very exciting startup related to graphic design and content development. This candidate needs to be excited about the fashion tech community, and enjoys consumer brands and being part of a fast-paced fashion business with a lot of moving parts.


The ideal candidate has a strong early portfolio across online and offline media, is motivated to take initiative and self-lead while completing tasks, is an excellent communicator and detail oriented, and is strong with Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and basic retouching and typography.

Lastly, it's all hands on deck in a startup so this person needs to be willing and comfortable doing anything that comes up, as we all are doing!  We prefer full-time (9 am to 6 pm) however are open to someone who can work at least 20 hours a week around their academic schedule. This is an unpaid internship.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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