Graphic Design Intern

Sacramento Kings; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

California Paid Sick Leave

Discounts on Sacramento Kings merch

Free parking

Job summary

Sacramento Kings is seeking a Graphic Design Intern to join our Creative team, supporting game day assets across digital, social, print, and in-arena platforms. As part of the role, you will help design promotional giveaways and fan engagement materials for theme nights and campaigns.

Applicants should have a portfolio and be nearing graduation with a Graphic Design/Visual Communications degree, proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and ideally Figma.

Qualifications

• Portfolio required for consideration.
• Currently an upcoming College Senior preparing to graduate or possess a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign). Familiarity with Figma is a plus.
• Familiarity with the sports industry and marketing a team or brand is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Update game day creative assets across digital, social, print, and in-arena platforms.
• Design promotional giveaways, fan engagement materials, and creative assets for theme nights and marketing campaigns.
• Create and adapt branding assets for the Stockton Kings.
• Prepare advertising materials for Golden 1 Center and other marketing channels.
• Collaborate with the Creative team to develop and produce print and digital creative from concept to final delivery.
• Prepare production-ready files while ensuring brand consistency and quality across all assets.
• Contribute creative ideas for marketing campaigns, events, and fan engagement initiatives.

Skills

Portfolio

Adobe Creative Cloud

Figma

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or related field

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Figma

Job description

Position Title: Graphic Design InternDepartment: CreativeReports to: Graphic Design ManagerFLSA: Part-Time, Non-ExemptProgram Period: October – End of 2026-27 Sacramento Kings SeasonJob Summary: Are you a creative, detail-oriented graphic designer with a passion for visual storytelling? We're seeking a Graphic Design Intern to join our dynamic team and contribute to our creative projects. As a Graphic Design Intern, you will play a crucial role in supporting our creative endeavors and helping bring our brand to life.Key Responsibilities Areas:Update game day creative assets across digital, social, print, and in-arena platforms.Design promotional giveaways, fan engagement materials, and creative assets for theme nights and marketing campaigns.Create and adapt branding assets for the Stockton Kings.Prepare advertising materials for Golden 1 Center and other marketing channels.Collaborate with the Creative team to develop and produce print and digital creative from concept to final delivery.Prepare production-ready files while ensuring brand consistency and quality across all assets.Contribute creative ideas for marketing campaigns, events, and fan engagement initiatives.Qualifications:Portfolio required for considerationCurrently an upcoming College Senior preparing to graduate or possess a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field.Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign) with a strong understanding of design fundamentals. Familiarity with Figma is a plus.Familiarity with the sports industry and marketing a team or brand is preferred.Excellent organization, communication, and time management skills; able to apply creative feedback effectively.To qualify for Kings University internships, you must be:Currently enrolled in college or have graduated within 12 monthsAble to commute to the downtown Sacramento officeAble to work up to 25 hours per weekInterns will be compensated $17.50 per hour and receive benefits such as California Paid Sick Leave, discounts on Sacramento Kings merchandise, and free parking.