Job Description

Company Description

Etsy is the global marketplace for unique and creative goods. We build, power, and evolve the tools and technologies that connect millions of entrepreneurs with millions of buyers around the world. As an employee whether a team member of Etsy, Reverb, Depop, or Elo7 you will tackle unique, meaningful, and large-scale problems alongside passionate coworkers, all the while making a rewarding impact and Keeping Commerce Human



What\'s the role?

As a Brand Design Intern, you will be responsible for contributing to the design and execution of campaigns, experiences, and design systems. You will explore creative solutions informed by research, brand positioning, and business goals, and work on projects in service of the broader Marketing Org.

In this role, you will work within guidelines to execute high-quality design work and deliver projects in collaboration with designers, copywriters, partners, and leadership. You will also be responsible for ensuring visual consistency and quality across design assets by sharing progress, providing thoughtful critique, and successfully applying Etsy\'s brand standards. In addition, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of the Etsy brand by implementing new and exciting design solutions to our creative marketplace while receiving valuable mentorship from some of the most talented designers in the industry.

This is a full-time internship position reporting to the Design Manager and the hourly range will be $25-$30 USD . This role requires your presence in Etsy\'s Brooklyn office in an in-person or flex capacity. Learn more about our Flex and Office-based work modes as well as vaccination policy .

What\'s this team like at Etsy?

• Collaborative and team-oriented: The Brand Design team at Etsy values collaboration and teamwork. They work closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to develop and execute brand design strategies.
• Creative and innovative: The team members are creative thinkers who are always looking for new and innovative ways to approach design challenges and bring the Etsy brand to life.
• Agile and adaptable: The team is agile and adaptable to changes in priorities and timelines. They are able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adjust to changing needs.
• Open-minded and communicative: Brand Design members are open-minded and receptive to feedback and ideas from others. They encourage diverse perspectives and value inclusivity in their work.

What does the day-to-day look like?

• Etsy\'s internship program is a 12 week program taking place from May 30th - August 18th 2023.
• Etsy\'s intern program offers Mentorship, Internal panels, Executive Fireside Chats, social events and more!
• The brand intern will have the opportunity to work alongside other design team members and participate in daily or weekly team meetings to review project progress, discuss new initiatives, and provide feedback to team members.
• Additionally interns will have the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute brand design strategies for various projects, such as marketing campaigns, and product launches.
• Of course, this is just a sample of the kinds of work this role will require! You should assume that your role will encompass other tasks, too, and that your job duties and responsibilities may change from time to time at Etsy\'s discretion, or otherwise applicable with local law.

Qualifications

Qualities that will help you thrive in this role are:

• To be successful in this role, you have a portfolio that demonstrates an understanding of core design fundamentals including typography, composition, color theory, and brand guidelines with excellent attention to detail and consistency.
• Fluency in the Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator
• Proficiency in After Effects and Figma
• You are a collaborative team member who can anticipate questions, independently assess solutions, and think critically and creatively.

Additional Information

What\'s Next

If you\'re interested in joining the team at Etsy, please share your resume with us and feel free to include a cover letter if you\'d like. As we hope you\'ve seen already, Etsy is a place that values individuality and variety. We don\'t want you to be like everyone else -- we want you to be like you! So tell us what you\'re all about.

Our Promise

At Etsy, we believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace furthers relevance, resilience, and longevity. We encourage people from all backgrounds, ages, abilities, and experiences to apply. Etsy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation during any part of the interview process, please let your recruiter know. While Etsy supports visa sponsorship, sponsorship opportunities may be limited to certain roles and skills.

For U.S. roles only:

Many Etsy roles are open to remote candidates, and you\'ll be able to identify which ones within the location header of each job description. We\'re open to remote hires from all U.S. states except Hawaii and Alaska.

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