Individual Placement - Graphic Design and Branding Participant

Student-Conservation-Association

San Francisco (CA)

Hybrid

USD 27,000 - 32,000

Full time

46 hours ago

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Job summary

The Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy invites applications for an Individual Placement - Graphic Design and Branding Participant in San Francisco. This role supports the Communications & Public Affairs Branch during brand implementation and asset development for print and digital materials.

The intern will collaborate with the Creative Director and design team to create, organize, and produce branded communications, gaining hands-on experience in nonprofit branding, project management, and

Qualifications

Strong visual design fundamentals and typography skills.
Ability to develop creative solutions that support communication goals.
Experience with design software and brand guidelines.
Comfort working in a team and receiving feedback.
Demonstrated portfolio of design work in branding or communications.

Responsibilities

Design and produce print and digital communications materials.
Create graphics for presentations, social media, email, signage, events, and campaigns.
Support brand implementation across organizational materials.
Build and maintain templates, design resources, and brand assets.
Prepare files for production and conduct quality reviews.
Organize digital assets and photo libraries.
Support project tracking, scheduling, and design reviews.
Participate in brainstorming and team meetings.
Research design trends, accessibility, and engagement best practices.

Skills

Typography

Layout design

Visual communication

Attention to detail

Organization

Written & verbal communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Feedback incorporation

Presentation skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graphic Design degree or related field (pursuing or recently completed)

Portfolio demonstrates strong design fundamentals

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Microsoft Office

Presentation software

Job description

Individual Placement - Graphic Design and Branding Participant

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Job Description

Position Summary

Organization Description: Since 1981, the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy (Parks Conservancy) has served as the nonprofit partner of the National Park Service, collaborating with the Presidio Trust, partners, donors, and the community to support the Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA). The GGNRA stretches across three Bay Area counties north and south of the Golden Gate Bridge and includes iconic places such as Muir Woods National Monument, Fort Point National Historic Site, Alcatraz Island, Crissy Field, Mori Point, Lands End, and the Presidio of San Francisco. The Parks Conservancy engages at the intersection of national park sites, local communities, social justice, and climate resilience. Collaborating with partners, our staff are dedicated to enhancing public awareness and providing volunteer and educational opportunities in the parks. We are park builders, caretakers, ambassadors and educators, all working to connect people to parks in support of our vision Parks for All Forever. Join us.

Branch/Unit Description

The Communications and Public Affairs Branch connects the Parks Conservancy with external audiences, sharing stories of the parks and its programs through marketing, publications, media, web, and social media. Within the branch, the Design Team bridges the gap between what we need to communicate and how it comes to life visually, collaborating across the organization to create thoughtful, engaging, and consistent print and digital experiences that bring our stories of belonging, connection, and possibility to life.

Position Overview

The Graphic Design Intern will support the Communications & Creative Services team during a critical phase of organization-wide brand implementation and asset development. Working closely with the Creative Director and design team, the intern will assist with the creation, production, and organization of branded communications materials across print and digital platforms.

The ideal candidate is a thoughtful and highly motivated emerging designer who combines strong visual execution skills with strategic thinking. This internship offers hands‑on experience contributing to real-world creative projects while gaining exposure to project management, administrative support, brand systems, and nonprofit communications.

This position is based in San Francisco and across the Golden Gate National Recreation Area and follows a hybrid work schedule. Work is performed in a mix of office and remote settings. One in‑office day per week is required on Tuesdays, with additional onsite work as needed to support team collaboration, project reviews, production needs, or organizational events.

Schedule

January 26, 2027 - July 9, 2027

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Design and produce print and digital communications materials.
Create graphics for presentations, social media, email, signage, events, and marketing campaigns.
Support implementation of the Parks Conservancy's new brand across organizational materials.
Assist with building and maintaining templates, design resources, and brand assets.
Prepare files for production and help conduct quality assurance reviews.Organize and manage digital assets, photo libraries, and shared design files.
Support project tracking, scheduling, and coordination of design reviews and feedback.
Participate in creative brainstorming sessions and team meetings.
Conduct research on design trends, accessibility, and audience engagement best practices.

Marginal Duties

Assist with administrative and project management tasks that support the creative team.
Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Strong visual design skills, including typography, layout, and visual communication.
Ability to develop creative solutions that support communication goals.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments.
Ability to receive and incorporate feedback.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office and presentation software.
Interest in branding, communications, nonprofit work, or mission-driven organizations.
Ability to build effective working relationships with people of diverse backgrounds and experiences.
A high school diploma or equivalent experience is required
Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree, certificate, or training program in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field, or equivalent demonstrated experience.
Portfolio demonstrates strong design fundamentals and creative thinking.