Radio Flyer - Chicago, IL

posted 3 months ago

Full-time - Intern
Chicago, IL
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

Radio Flyer is seeking a Product Design & Graphics Intern to join our dynamic team in Chicago, IL. This unique internship opportunity is designed for college juniors or seniors majoring in Industrial Design, who are passionate about product development and graphic design. As an intern, you will work closely with the Product Development team, which consists of an interdisciplinary group of designers and engineers. Your role will be pivotal in contributing to the growth and success of our company, known for its iconic little red wagon and innovative products that bring joy to families. In this position, you will participate in team brainstorms to identify exciting new product ideas, leveraging your strong 2D visual communication skills to develop sketches and renderings of new product concepts. You should be comfortable using a Cintiq tablet with software such as Sketchbook Pro or Photoshop to bring your ideas to life. Additionally, you will be responsible for developing 3D CAD models using Solidworks or Rhino, and creating high-quality renderings in KeyShot, with a keen eye for color, material, and finish (CMF) and color theory. Your graphic design skills will also be utilized to create unique product graphics in Illustrator, ensuring that our products not only function well but also look exceptional. This internship is a paid opportunity, and candidates must submit a resume along with a sample portfolio in PDF format or provide links to online portfolios to be considered for the position. At Radio Flyer, we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, as we believe that a variety of perspectives enhances our creativity and innovation.

Responsibilities

  • Participating in team brainstorms to identify exciting new product ideas
  • Developing sketches and renderings of new product concepts using strong 2D visual communication skills
  • Comfortably drawing on a Cintiq tablet with Sketchbook Pro, Photoshop, or similar software
  • Developing 3D CAD in Solidworks or Rhino
  • Creating renderings in KeyShot with a keen eye for CMF and color theory
  • Creating unique product graphics in Illustrator

Requirements

  • College junior or senior majoring in Industrial Design
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Strong 2D visual communication skills
  • Experience with Cintiq tablet and software like Sketchbook Pro or Photoshop
  • Ability to develop 3D CAD in Solidworks or Rhino
  • Strong graphic design skills in Illustrator
  • Effective problem-solving skills
  • Commitment to producing exceptional quality and beautiful design

Nice-to-haves

  • Minor in graphic design or illustration
  • High interest in graphic design and illustration

Benefits

  • Paid internship opportunity
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