Trainee, People Experience Graphic Design & Communications

Trainee, People Experience Graphic Design & Communications

Apply by November 11, 2025.

This position is part of Sony Pictures Entertainment's Emerging Talent Programs, offering a seasonal paid assignment that will start between January 12, 19, or 26, 2026 and end on June 26, 2026. All candidates must be able to work 40 hours a week, Monday through Friday, in the specified location. This is not a remote role; a hybrid work option may or may not be available.

We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented Graphic Design & Communications Trainee to join our People Experience Strategy team. This role is ideal for someone passionate about visual storytelling, workplace culture, and designing content and compelling visuals that attract, engage, and retain talent for a leading entertainment studio.

Responsibilities

Support a wide range of written and visual communications to support the People Experience Strategy team's key objectives, priorities, and initiatives

Design graphics for internal communications, recruitment campaigns, onboarding materials, and employee engagement initiatives

Assist in developing employer branding campaigns that highlight Sony Pictures' culture, values, and employee experience

Create visual assets for career sites, LinkedIn, newsletters, and internal presentations

Participate in creating and reviewing training materials and documentation to support change management activities

Collaborate with People Experience and Talent Acquisition teams to ensure brand consistency

Support the creation of templates and design systems for scalable content

Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute fresh ideas to elevate our visual identity

Occasional event coordination / support and general administrative duties (maintaining brand book, file management, project tracking, etc.)

Qualifications

Degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Marketing, or related field. In lieu of a degree, 4 years of relevant work experience.

Understanding of typography, color theory, layout, and branding

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) or equivalent design tools

Ability to balance personal style with corporate branding guidelines

Interest in employer branding, workplace culture, and people communications

Ability to multitask and prioritize competing priorities

Ability to maintain sensitive / confidential information

Excellent written communication skills and a collaborative mindset

Passion for entertainment, with an eye for what resonates with diverse audiences

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with motion graphics or video editing tools (e.g., After Effects, Premiere Pro)

Familiarity with collaborative design platforms

Photography skills a plus

Knowledge of social media trends and employer branding best practices

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated base salary for this position is $22 / hour. This role may also qualify for comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including qualifications, years of relevant experience, level of education, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location of the position.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics. SPE will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law. To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at SPE_Accommodation_Assistance@spe.sony.com.

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