Media Production- Entertainment
Company/Project Name: MBJ Network
Project Overview: News-Entertainment
Location: Based in Chicagoland
The production team is seeking a Lead Graphic Design/Marketing Intern that is passionate and motivated. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable work experience for a career in Entertainment Graphic Design by accomplishing independent tasks.
MBJ Network is your bold new source for broadcasting and media production that informs, entertains, and inspires. We bring fresh, compelling coverage across Sports, Entertainment, Business, and both National and Local Public Affairs — telling the stories that matter from the streets of Chicago to the national stage.
At MBJ, we believe in the power of media to connect communities, spark conversations, and spotlight voices often left unheard. Whether you're tuning in for exclusive sports analysis, in-depth interviews with entertainment icons, business insights, or real-time coverage of the issues shaping our society — MBJ Network is where it all comes together.
This is more than media. This is MBJ — Where Stories Move.
*This is a 100% UNPAID internship.
* Executive letters of recommendation are awarded after the completion of the contract.
Job DescriptionLead Graphic Designer (Art Creator) Internship Program 3-6 Months
Work with the media team in the effort to coordinate and implement effective marketing campaigns
- Assist with managing the team of graphic designers (1-2)
- Assists in the design and development of layouts for marketing materials, using appealing graphics that are well organized
- Responsible to incorporate current design trends into each unique layout to produce an up-to-date style for custom promotional material
- Ability to exercise good judgment when interpreting instructions and to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions
-Utilize strong written skills and the ability to bring effective visual ideas from concept through to completion
- Working towards a BA or certificate from a Fine Arts program/Graphic Design school or relavent experience
- Effective with Adobe InDesign, and proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator- Knowledge of Mac OS and software upgrades and proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
- Must be a team player and flourish in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
- Open to constructive criticism and customer feedback
Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
For more info contact:
Production Team
312.890.0777
*Please provide link to latest portfolio/artwork
www.mbj-network.com
Skills Required
- Working towards a BA or certificate in Fine Arts/Graphic Design or relevant experience
- Proficiency with Adobe InDesign
- Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop
- Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator
- Knowledge of Mac OS and software upgrades
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
- Team player who flourishes in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
- Open to constructive criticism and customer feedback
- Ability to exercise good judgment when interpreting instructions
- Strong written skills and ability to take visual ideas from concept through to completion
- Provide link to latest portfolio/artwork
What We Do
MBJ Network is a media platform based in the Chicagoland area, providing news, broadcasting, media production, and tailored marketing campaigns. The organization focuses on delivering compelling coverage across sports, entertainment, STEM, business, finance, and government. Its mission is to inform, entertain, and inspire while bringing communities together through networking, education, and the curation of impactful events and experiences.
