Intern, Production Design

THE·TEAM; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Global internship program access

All Pro learning & development program

Exposure to top clients worldwide

Industry experience with North America

Job summary

THE·TEAM is seeking a Production Design Intern for its Creative + Content team in Canada. You will help deliver creative for major brands and events, collaborating with Designers, Art Directors and Project Managers in a fast-paced agency setting.

The role offers a hybrid work arrangement, three in-office days per week, and hands-on experience across print, digital, social and event materials. Strong eye for design and organizational skills are essential in this internship.

Qualifications

• Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator).
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems with internal teams and vendors.
• Strong organizational skills and file management.
• Experience reviewing vendor specs and adhering to trafficking requirements.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare print, digital, social and event materials files based on provided specs.
• Collaborate with Art Directors, Designers and Developers.
• Apply general design principles across layouts, colors, typography and hierarchy.
• Request changes and adjust files as needed.
• Prepare proofs, mocks and slugs for teams and clients.
• Keep files organized according to studio guidelines.
• Analyze studio processes and suggest workflow improvements.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Organization

Vendor coordination

Multi-tasking

Job description

THE·TEAM is proud to provide representation and marketing services to talent, brands and properties across 28 countries and more than 70 cities worldwide. Our brands and properties group partners with iconic brands and rights holders to turn relevance into revenue through integrated strategy and consulting, creative, live experiences and commercialization. We help clients understand, connect to and inspire global audiences by bringing together brands, properties and talent/creators to build meaningful relationships that drive measurable business outcomes. In Canada, we’ve proudly been recognized as the Sponsorship Marketing Council of Canada’s ‘Agency of the Year’ for 5 of the past 6 years. As THE·TEAM supports hybrid working environments and also acknowledges the benefits of in-office collaboration, our global policy is 3-days per week in-office. Shaped by our belief in the unifying power of sports, music and entertainment, THE·TEAM leads with intelligence, ideas and influence. For more information, please visit the.team.

Job Summary

As THE·TEAM supports hybrid working environments, the successful candidate will be expected to be in the office a minimum of 3 days per week, in addition to remote working.

Fixed Term: January 12th – April 29th, 2027

Job Overview

To support our rapid growth, THE·TEAM has built a robust internship program designed to introduce driven, hard-working students and young professionals to the sports and entertainment industry, and our company. As a Production Design Intern on THE·TEAM’s Creative + Content team, you will support in delivering creative for some of Canada’s largest and most impactful brands. You will be involved in a variety of campaigns and sporting events, working closely Designers, Creative Leads, Project & Resource Managers, a number of our Account teams, and more. You will experience variety in your day-to-day and have the opportunity to further develop your skills in a fast-paced, agency environment. Ultimately, we are looking for an enthusiastic production designer who is looking to make a tangible impact in the industry. Someone who is exceptionally organized, has a keen eye for design details, and is willing to wear multiple hats to assist our team wherever they are needed.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and produce files based on supplied specifications for print, digital, social and event materials
• Work and collaborate with Art Directors, Designers and Developers
• Exhibit knowledge of general design principles and apply them to all work (layouts, colours, typography, hierarchy, etc.)
• Make requests, changes and adjustments to files
• Prepare materials for teams and clients including (but not limited to): proofs, mocks, slugs, etc.
• Ensure that all files are organized and filed according to studio guidelines
• Provide on-going analysis of studio process and recommend protocol and workflow to improve efficiency and quality of work

What We’re Looking For

• Fluency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator)
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Solution oriented troubleshooting of problems as they arise with internal teams and suppliers
• Exceptional organizational skills, especially with file management and archiving
• Experience reviewing vendor specs and following trafficking requirements
• Confident multi-tasking in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment

What We Offer

• Access and networking opportunities with our global internship program
• Participation in THE·TEAM’s ‘All Pro’ learning & development programs, gaining insights into all THE·TEAM services and products
• Access and exposure to the top sports, arts, culture, music, and entertainment clients around the world
• Participation in THE·TEAM CMHA mental health programming
• Opportunity to work in a hybrid environment
• Real-time industry experience, working alongside some of North America’s top talent, including both clients and THE·TEAM employees
• $18.15/hour wage

This is a full-time, paid position. Applicant must be either a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident of Canada, or have the ability to work in Canada.

THE·TEAM does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.