Creative Design Intern – Part Time

About the role

Vantage Specialty Chemicals is seeking a Creative Design Intern to support the Personal Care Marketing team with the development of visual marketing materials, digital graphics, branded content, and other creative assets. This part-time role provides hands-on experience in creative design, product marketing support, brand execution, proofreading, and marketing communications within a global specialty chemicals organization.

Responsibilities

• Create digital visual designs for use in trade shows, product promotions, branding initiatives, presentations, and other internal and external marketing materials.
• Develop clear, engaging, and informative visual content that aligns with Vantage brand standards and supports the communication of product and ingredient benefits.
• Affix to the design and formatting of marketing collateral, sales support tools, event materials, advertisements, digital assets, and customer-facing communications.
• Partner with the Sr. Creative Services Manager and marketing team to refine visual content and ensure materials are aligned with target audience needs and business objectives.
• Support proofreading, editing, formatting, and quality review of marketing materials to ensure accuracy, consistency, and brand alignment.
• Affix to creative projects related to product launches, customer engagement, beauty and personal care trends, and brand awareness initiatives.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute creative ideas to support marketing projects and department priorities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education: Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Visual Arts, Digital Marketing, Communications, or a related field. Completion of at least the second year of college coursework preferred.

Experience: Proficient using graphic design or digital content creation tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, or similar design platforms preferred. Academic, internship, freelance, or project-based design experience preferred. Interest in beauty, personal care, specialty ingredients, or consumer trends preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong visual design skills and creativity.
• High attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Ability to apply brand standards and follow creative direction.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable working with cross-functional and global teams in both virtual and in-person environments.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments while meeting deadlines.
• Curious, collaborative, and willing to learn.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and a strong sense of ownership.

Benefits

Part-time position, approximately 20 hours per week. Non-exempt position. Frequent computer work and use of digital design software required.

Pay

The estimated base pay range for this position is $22/hr - $33/hr. Actual pay will be determined based on education, experience, qualifications, skills, and geographic location.

Schedule

Part-time position, approximately 20 hours per week.

Company Information

Vantage is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected category. For more information visit: vantagegrp.com or LinkedIn/vantage.