Spring 2027 Design Co-op: Brand & Environmental Graphics

Kolar Design; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Kolar Design in Cincinnati, OH, is seeking a Design Co-Op to contribute to brand experiences within the built environment, collaborating with senior designers and project leads to develop visual concepts and support the project lifecycle.

You will apply classroom skills, learn ADA and zoning considerations, assist in production tasks, and participate in internal meetings, with a focus on growth, collaboration, and delivering quality design work.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in graphic design, environmental design, architecture, or related field.
• Portfolio showing coursework or personal projects in environmental graphic design.

Responsibilities

• Conduct entry-level research on client brands and design trends under supervision.
• Develop initial design elements like color palettes and sketches.
• Learn ADA and zoning considerations for environmental graphic design.
• Prepare and organize design files for review and project phases.
• Assist in production tasks, such as image sourcing and layout adjustments.
• Participate in internal meetings to observe client communication practices.

Skills

Design principles

Typography

Color theory

Layout

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Job description

Kolar Design in Cincinnati, OH, is seeking a Design Co-Op to contribute to brand experiences within the built environment, collaborating with senior designers and project leads to develop visual concepts and support the project lifecycle.

You will apply classroom skills, learn ADA and zoning considerations, assist in production tasks, and participate in internal meetings, with a focus on growth, collaboration, and delivering quality design work.