About SA - Our People
Think of the world’s most talented creative thinkers. Problem-solvers. Strategists. At Strategic America, we don’t bring on anything less. The way we see it, if you’re going to make the best work of your life, you may as well do it with people you like.
At SA, we’ve always been passionate about our employees. Since 2021, we’re also employee owned with participation in an Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP). Employee ownership ensures SA remains independent and allows our talented team members to share in the company’s success. With each year of employment, SAers build equity in the company, becoming fully vested after six years.
Our employee-led, leadership-supported ERGs celebrate the diversity of our team, foster inclusivity and belonging, and create a space to connect to each other. Through connections and understanding, we build a stronger and more dynamic team and help every person reach their personal peak.
About SA – The Company
When you join SA, you join a strategic team (yes, it’s in our name!) who is also wired for action. Authenticity is our focus, and every day we help our clients propel their potential. If you’re ready for a fast-paced environment that challenges you, supports you, and rewards you, then look no further. Our clients rely on us and we rely on each other to go the extra mile, to hold ourselves accountable because we’re better together and we know we can always find the better way.
We strive to create meaning in work and provide more than just a job; a place to belong and grow. As we leap toward our goals that will shape our future, our employee experience is unique. Flexibility, connection, inclusiveness, and collaboration support our well-being and help us be our best. Because when you feel like you belong, work is no longer work – it's personal. We believe better employees lead to better results.
Join us as we transform your career!
Strategic America recognized as Best-in-Class Employer by Gallagher
As a Creative Intern, you will...
Collaborate with designers, art directors, and copywriters to concept and execute creative across digital, social, print, and experiential channels. Ideal for someone with a background in graphic design, visual communication, or art direction who’s eager to learn how ideas come to life across real client work. The Creative Intern will work with and offer support for everything from logo and brand design, mood boards and layouts, to resizing and executing campaign concepts, images and presentations.
The ideal candidate is infinitely curious, creatively versatile and extremely self-motivated, with a strong visual eye, a solid portfolio (student & spec work welcome), familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite and/or other design tools, and a hunger to learn, experiment, and contribute. Bonus points for strong conceptual thinking and attention to detail.
This is a hands-on opportunity to build your portfolio, sharpen your creative voice, and get a behind-the-scenes look at agency life.
Minimum Qualifications
- Attendance from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in Videography or other related field.
- Previous internship experience preferred, but not required.
- Eager to learn mentality and strong team player.
- Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail; demonstrates commitment to follow-through.
- Proven ability to communicate marketing strategies and recommendations.
- Proven ability to prioritize multiple tasks and complete projects according to deadline.
- Requires strong organizational, problem-solving, analytical, and listening skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with individuals at all levels within the organization.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong supporter of SA’s desired culture.
We realize applying for jobs can feel daunting at times. Even if you don’t check all the boxes in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.
Our Commitment to Inclusivity and Diversity
We are proud to be one of only 25 agencies nationwide, and the first in the Midwest, to earn the 4A’s Workplace Enlightenment Certification®, and we couldn’t have done it without our associates, who participated in digital learning sessions on race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, age, disabilities, and faith. At SA, we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment where people of every background can thrive and feel welcome.
Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Because we are fully committed to our culture of diversity and inclusion, one that reflects the clients we serve and communities we work in, if you’re excited about this role but your qualifications don’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
This is a full-time paid internship that will run through summer 2026.
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What We Do
Founded in 1980, Strategic America is a full-service, integrated Des Moines advertising agency specializing in public relations, digital, traditional, direct response and creative solutions. Our talented team manages a diverse client mixture of leading national brands and local SMBs. Our mission is to "Finding A Better Way, Always" with every program we support. Whether your business is a franchise/dealer network or corporate managed, SA has a wealth of experience to ensure your advertising and PR programs generate the results you expect.
