What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2025 Paid Graduate Fellowship - Design position at Saxum Strategic Communications LLC?
About Saxum
Saxum is an integrated agency specializing in strategic communications and marketing. Our mission is to strengthen bedrock industries and institutions serving citizens, community, and country. We honor foundational legacies while embracing innovation to build bold, enduring futures.
At Saxum, change isn’t just an expectation—it’s how we work. We foster curiosity, collaboration, and accountability, creating an environment where our team thrives and delivers bold, innovative solutions.
Our values are BOLD:
Brave – We speak up, stand up, and act when others stand still.
- Original – We champion new ideas and embrace unique perspectives.
- Lively – We love our work and celebrate our community.
Driven – We move with a constant sense of urgency.
Job Description
Kickstart your career with Saxum's Design Fellowship Program, tailored for recent college graduates eager to embark on a journey in the creative industry. This fellowship offers a unique opportunity to work directly with clients, acquire industry skills from experienced mentors, and build connections with fellow interns and recent grads.
As a Design Fellow, you'll immerse yourself in Saxum’s innovative design initiatives within our dynamic marketing agency. Gain hands-on experience in conceptualizing and executing creative projects that enhance brand identity and drive audience engagement. Explore the integration of visual storytelling and design principles into branding, digital content, and marketing strategies. You'll collaborate closely with Saxum’s design, strategy, and media teams to develop striking visual content, contribute to creative solutions, and stay ahead of design trends. This fellowship offers invaluable real-world experience at the nexus of creativity, marketing, and strategic communications.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the creation and design of visual content across various platforms including digital media, print, and social channels.
- Collaborate with the creative team to develop innovative concepts that align with client branding and marketing goals.
- Support the design team in refining and executing design elements for campaigns and projects.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions, contributing creative ideas and approaches.
- Help maintain brand consistency across different mediums and marketing materials.
Stay current with emerging design trends and tools to enhance creative execution.
Requirements & Qualifications
Recently graduated with a degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Marketing, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of design principles and visual storytelling.
- Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to think creatively and translate ideas into visual content.
- Eagerness to learn and experiment with new design techniques and trends.
- Highly organized, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
A proactive and innovative mindset, ready to contribute to a fast-paced, creative environment.
Term: June 2025 - December 2025
