A Note from Jessica: Why Our Internship Program Matters

At Bright & Gray Creative, we don’t take internships lightly. In fact, we build them with as much care and intentionality as we do client work.

Jason and I both graduated from Samford, and today he serves on the advisory board for the CAM/JMC department. We’ve spoken to students at every stage of their journey—from freshmen trying to figure out their major to seniors entering the job market with more questions than answers. We also teach a photo/video class to middle schoolers, because we believe in investing early and often in the next generation of creatives.

Here’s the truth: in creative industries, there’s often too much competition and not enough collaboration. But we believe there’s room for all of us. Your work doesn’t have to look like ours. Your voice doesn’t have to echo anyone else’s. That’s why we created an internship program that promotes learning, mentorship, and confidence-building without the pressure to “have it all figured out.”

If you’re a nursing student, you’re expected to do a preceptorship. If you’re in med school, you go through years of internship and residency. But in the creative world? You graduate and you’re just... thrown into it. We think that’s backwards. We’re not saving lives, but we are holding people’s dreams. And that’s wildly important work.

This internship is more than just a résumé-builder. It’s a safe place to grow, to experiment, to receive feedback, and to collaborate with a team that’s rooting for you. Whether you're designing a logo, editing a video, or planning a social post, you’re part of something that matters, and we’re here to help you become the creative professional you were designed to be.

We can’t wait to meet you.

— Jessica Morales
Co-Owner & Creative Director
Bright & Gray Creative

Design Intern:

Job Title: Design Intern
Company: Bright & Gray Creative
Location: Hybrid – part remote, part in-person (Birmingham, AL)
Duration: November 2025 – May 2026
Hours: Approx. 5–10 hours per week
Compensation: $10/hour or monthly stipend
Class Credit: Offered if needed

About Us:
Bright & Gray Creative is a full-service creative agency helping small businesses and nonprofits tell their stories through thoughtful design, strategic branding, social media, and video. We’re a highly collaborative team that values creativity, curiosity, and clear communication.

Position Overview:
We’re hiring a Design Intern for the 2025–2026 academic year (November through May), with the option to extend the internship if workload allows and it’s a good fit for both sides. This internship will focus heavily on graphic design, supporting our Design Assistant, Creative Coordinator, and Creative Director across internal and client-facing projects.

This is a great opportunity to work on real-world design projects, gain agency experience, and grow your portfolio in a supportive, creative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Design for clients (labeling, packaging, merch, or print collateral)

• Website Design & Layout: Collaborate on visual layout, image prep, and design assets for client websites

• Internal Brand Projects: Contribute to Bright & Gray’s own promotional and branded materials

• Social Media Graphics: Design visual content that supports client campaigns and creative strategies

• Assist with brand development deliverables: logo design, font pairings, color palette exploration, etc.

• Organize design files and maintain visual consistency across projects

• Collaborate in brainstorms, creative reviews, and team meetings

Qualifications:

• Junior or Senior majoring in graphic design, communications, marketing, or related field

• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop (strong skills required)

• Strong sense of layout, typography, spacing, and visual rhythm

• Portfolio showcasing your original design work (student projects welcome!)

• Ability to take feedback, work independently, and manage time well

• Reliable transportation for occasional in-person meetings/content days in Birmingham

Bonus Skills (Preferred but Not Required):

• Adobe After Effects (motion graphics, video overlays, animations)

• Squarespace (basic layout adjustments, image prep)

• Shopify (light design customization or content prep)

What You'll Gain:

• Hands-on experience working with a creative team on real-world client projects.

• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the industry.

• Insight into the creative process and how agencies operate.

• Portfolio-building opportunities through social media and branding projects.

To Apply:
Please fill out the application linked to this page. You will hear from us within 3 business days of submitting your application. If you do not hear from us, please follow up via email at hello@brightandgray.com.

Join us at Bright & Gray Creative and gain experience while helping our clients bring their visions to life!