Art Department Intern
LIVE THE ISLAND LIFE
Tommy Bahama is looking for creative, diverse, and energetic people to help us live the island life! Tommy Bahama has grown to include both men’s and women’s apparel, home and beach goods, and a thriving restaurant and bar business. Everything that bears the Tommy Bahama name is created with an unwavering eye towards quality. More than ever, our focus is on taking our guests someplace great — through exceptional service, upscale products, and delicious food and drinks. Maintaining our unique point of view requires a diverse team that includes apparel designers, product developers, e-commerce and technology experts, manufacturing and operations, and, of course, retail and hospitality professionals. We would love to have you share your talents with us!
SET THE COURSE
The Tommy Bahama Internship Program is one of many parts of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives. As such, candidates that represent diverse backgrounds such as BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, People with Disabilities, Veterans and any other underrepresent group are highly encouraged to apply.
The Art Department Intern will be a part of the Art Team helping support the seasonal print and pattern development process. The Intern will have the opportunity to interact with teams involved in design, product management and merchandising, sourcing, and sustainability.
- Interested candidates should apply online with resume and (optional) 1 minute video personal statement telling us why you are interested in Tommy Bahama and something we should know about you from a career perspective. The Internship will last approximately 8 weeks during summer break timeframe. The start date of the internship will be June 12th.
- This is a paid internship opportunity. This role is not eligible for benefits.
BE THE ISLAND GUIDE
- Create and organize reference documents for purchased and in-house art.
- Assist as needed with artwork archive system.
- Scan and clean purchased artwork.
- Print hard copies of artwork for review.
- Digitize woven yarn dye patterns (plaids, stripes).
- Create pattern repeats and color separations to factory specifications.
- Prepare digital files for artwork development send out.
- Turn around requests in a timely manner.
- Flexible for other duties as needed to help support the overall business.
ESSENTIALS FOR LIFE IN PARADISE
An expected graduation date of December 2022 or Spring 2023 in Fashion Design or related degree.
- Knowledge of art techniques and design software (Adobe CC, Procreate, etc.)
- Experience in creating and presenting illustrations, paintings, or graphics.
- Self-starter attitude and the ability to be a team player within a fast-paced team
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Strong organization and multi-tasking skills
- Strong information seeking-skills and a drive to make things happen
- Ability to clearly articulate goals and objectives
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a diverse group
Please include the following in your application:
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Portfolio for Design Interns
• One minute video personal statement (not required but encouraged)
- Why Tommy Bahama?
- Tell me something we should know about you.
Pay for the role will be $24 an hour.
Mahalo (thank you) for your interest in Tommy Bahama!
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