POSITION OVERVIEW:
The El Paso Chihuahuas are seeking a creative, motivated, and detail-oriented Graphic Design Intern to join the organization’s Marketing Department. This internship offers hands-on experience creating engaging visual content for a professional sports organization across digital, social media, advertising, and in-stadium platforms.
The internship will begin in January and continue through the end of September.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist with the creation of graphics for social media, digital advertising, email marketing, websites, print materials, in-stadium displays, and other promotional platforms.
- Develop creative assets that support ticket sales, theme nights, giveaways, community initiatives, corporate partnerships, and team branding.
- Resize and adapt designs for multiple platforms while maintaining brand consistency.
- Assist with motion graphics, video elements, and animated content.
- Collaborate with members of the Marketing, Communications, Promotions, Ticket Sales, and Corporate Partnerships departments.
- Help organize and maintain graphic files, templates, photography, and other creative assets.
- Assist with photography and videography during games, events, and community appearances, as needed.
- Work El Paso Chihuahuas home games and special events.
- Complete other creative and marketing projects as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Current college student or recent graduate pursuing a degree in graphic design, animation, visual communications, digital media, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere, and After Effects.
- Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color, composition, and visual storytelling.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to accept feedback.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Photography and videography experience is a plus.
- Interest in sports, entertainment, or event marketing is preferred.
- A portfolio or examples of previous design work are required.
SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION
- Internship runs from January 5, 2027, through the end of September.
- Interns will receive a $750 monthly stipend.
- Gameday work will be compensated at $10 per hour.
- Candidates must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and El Paso Chihuahuas home games and special events.
This is a full-time internship that requires in-office availability from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on non-gamedays and from 9:00 a.m. until one hour after the game on gamedays. It begins in February 2027 and extends through the end of the Chihuahuas season (mid to late September). We offer a $750 monthly stipend for living expenses, along with $10 per hour for scheduled gameday work.
The El Paso Chihuahuas are an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.