DESIGN & DIGITAL

STRATEGY

Location: Remote
Type: Paid Internship
Compensation: $16 – $20 / Hour

In the modern art market, the screen is often the first gallery wall. At Laura Clay Art, we believe that our digital presence should feel just as intentional and tactile as walking into the physical studio. We do not use templates out of the box. We craft digital experiences that honor the integrity of the artwork. whether it is a printed collector catalogue or a mobile checkout flow, every pixel matters.

THE DIGITAL ENVIRONMENT

We are seeking two distinct specialists to join our creative team: a Graphic Design Intern and a Web Design Intern.

In these roles, you will not just be executing tasks. You will be shaping the visual identity of a luxury art brand. You will work directly with Laura Clay (Founder/Artist) and Madison (Chief Marketing Officer) to translate high-level strategy into polished, professional assets. This is a highly collaborative environment that requires a weekly virtual sync to review designs and optimize strategy.

THE ROLE

THE RESPONSIBILITES

GRAPHIC DESIGN

(Apply for this track if you specialize in Branding, Print, and Packaging)

Editorial & Print Design You will be the architect of our printed materials. This includes designing the seasonal Collector Catalogue and Lookbooks using Adobe InDesign. You will handle typography, layout, and white space to create assets that feel like high-end art publications, not just sales brochures.

Packaging & Unboxing Experience The arrival of an artwork is the final step in the collector's journey. You will design the physical touchpoints that make unboxing a luxury experience. This includes designing custom branded tape, shipping boxes, tissue paper patterns, and stickers that align with the studio's visual identity.

Marketing Collateral You will support the marketing team by creating on-brand graphics for email campaigns, and social media stories. You will ensure that every visual touchpoint maintains the studio's fine-line, minimalist aesthetic.

Exhibition Identity You will design the physical signage, wall labels, and promotional flyers for upcoming shows. You will ensure the brand experience translates seamlessly from the screen to the fair booth.

WEB DESIGN INTERN

(Apply for this track if you specialize in Squarespace, UX/UI, and Front-End Dev)

Digital Gallery Management You will take ownership of lauraclayart.com. This involves managing the "Available Works" inventory, marking items as sold, and reorganizing collections for optimal viewing. You will build password-protected Private Viewing Rooms for VIP collectors and interior design partners to view exclusive inventory.

UX/UI Optimization You will ensure the collector’s journey is frictionless. This means auditing the mobile browsing experience, fixing broken links, and optimizing page load speeds. You will use CSS and HTML to customize our Squarespace template, pushing it beyond the basics to create a bespoke digital experience.

SEO & Analytics You will help the art find its audience. By auditing site SEO (Alt text, meta descriptions) and monitoring traffic sources, you will provide the marketing team with the data needed to make informed decisions.

These roles offer a direct line to the decision-makers of the business. You will learn:

  • How to build a cohesive visual identity that scales across physical and digital platforms.

  • The specific design standards required for the luxury art market.

  • How to interpret analytics to improve user experience and drive sales.

THE MENTORSHIP

REQUIREMENTS

  • Current undergraduate student (Design, Visual Communication, Interaction Design, or similar).

  • Strategic Initiative: Must be a self-starter who can work without constant supervision. We need someone who brings ideas to the table rather than waiting for a checklist.

  • Portfolio Link is mandatory.

  • Graphic Design: Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.

  • Web Design: Expert knowledge of Squarespace 7.1 and familiarity with HTML/CSS.

  • Mandatory: Availability for a weekly 30-minute virtual team meeting.

  • Availability for 5 to 10 hours per week (Remote).

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are looking to you to be the subject matter expert. You need to tell us what is possible, pitch new ideas, and identify problems we didn't know existed.

❋ Technical

You understand the luxury look. You know that less is often more, and you have a strong grasp of typography and layot.

❋ Aesthetic

You are comfortable receiving high-level strategic goals and translating them into technical or visual solutions on your own.

❋ Collaborative

You don't wait for a ticket. You notice a broken link and fix it. You see a boring shipping label and design a better one.

Proactive

HOW TO APPLY

We review applications on a rolling basis. To apply, please email hello@lauraclayart.com with the subject line "Design Application [Specify Graphic or Web] - [Your Name]" and include:

  1. Your CV / Resume (PDF).

  2. Link to your Portfolio / Website.

  3. Instagram Handle.

  4. A brief cover letter telling us why you want to work with Laura Clay Art.

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