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Midwest Living Design ApprenticeJob Description
About the People Inc. Apprentice Program:
The People Inc. Apprentice Program empowers Iowa’s next generation of creators, innovators, and problem-solvers. Rooted in Des Moines and open to students across the state, it bridges classroom learning with real-world impact, offering apprentices the chance to grow with purpose while helping People Inc. shape the future of media, technology, and storytelling.
People Inc. is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and representing the communities that we serve. We strongly encourage BIPOC and LGBTQIA students to apply.
This is a paid Apprenticeship, offering $15/hour.
Eligibility Requirements:
Junior, Senior or recent graduate at an accredited college or university
Located in the state of Iowa
Available to work 15-20 hours per week, September-May
Ability to spend at least 1 day per month on site in our DSM office
Access to your own housing and transportation to/from the DSM office
About the Team:
For nearly 40 years, Midwest Living has been the definitive voice of the American Midwest region. We curate travel, food, shelter and lifestyle content that you won't find anywhere else. We are smart, witty, bold, diverse and loudly, proudly Midwestern. Through award-winning storytelling and service, we aim to inspire our audience to explore, adventure, learn, cook, create and grow—on the road and at home.
People Inc. Travel Content is an industry leader in custom lifestyle travel content that specifically supports destinations and attractions across the country.
About the Role:
As a Design Apprentice at Midwest Living/People Inc. Travel Content, you will help to inspire our readers through trend-forward design, engaging layouts, and dynamic photo selects. In addition, you will assist with photography planning and on studio shoots for a variety of content, including home, garden and food. Working alongside some of the most talented creators and editors in the industry, you will gain real-world experience and valuable insight into the creative process and taking publications from concept to completion.
Apprentice Responsibilities will Include:
Collaborating with art directors and editors to design layouts and create graphics for Midwest Living and People Inc. Travel Content guides.
Sourcing photography for use in Midwest Living and People Inc. Travel Content guides via internal and client libraries, stock websites and additional online resources.
Curating mood boards and developing organized photo plans.
Assisting in recurring meeting preparations: layout reviews, ad-makeup, product pitches and monthly visual flow.
Opportunities to attend studio photo shoots with an assigned art director. Helping to manage products and keep track of shot list inventory.
About You:
Candidates for this role should have:
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite; particularly InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
Passion for good design, typography, and photography
Strong interest in publication design; knowledge and experience designing with a grid
Consistent desire to adapt, grow and learn
Enthusiasm for purposeful design solutions and efficient workflows
Excellent communication, time management, troubleshooting, notetaking and organizational skills
Experience and/or interest in illustration, video editing, and/or motion graphics is a plus
Experience with Google & Microsoft Suites
It is the policy of People Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing [email protected].
The Company participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: https://www.e-verify.gov/employees
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People Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options with company-funded HSAs, mental-health resources, and dental/vision are emphasized, with transgender-inclusive coverage also listed. Inclusive family-building support via Progyny further strengthens the health offering.
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Parental & Family Support — Fully paid parental leave, adoption and fertility benefits via Progyny, Care.com backup care, and onsite mother’s rooms (where applicable) are called out. These offerings reflect broad support for a range of family needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO, paid sick days and holidays, plus flexible schedules and summer hours are highlighted. These options indicate breadth in paid leave and scheduling flexibility.
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People Inc. is America’s largest digital and print publisher. Our 40+ iconic and fast-growing brands harness the best intent-driven content, the fastest sites, and the fewest ads to help nearly 200 million people every month, including 95 percent of US women, make decisions, take action, and find inspiration. People Inc. brands include PEOPLE, Better Homes & Gardens, Verywell, FOOD & WINE, The Spruce, Allrecipes, Byrdie, REAL SIMPLE, Investopedia, Southern Living and more.
Why Work With Us
People Inc. has a people-first mentality - our audience, our employees, our teams. We take our role of providing the best content across the best brands very seriously and we are always looking to make sure that our teams have the space to be creative, innovate and try out new things.
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