Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

This internship offers hands-on experience within the marketing department, focusing on the creation of both motion and still graphics for Moody Center events and projects. Throughout the semester, interns will develop a strong working knowledge of graphic and motion design in the context of sports and live entertainment. They will gain practical experience in designing promotional materials, social media content, and digital signage (ribbon boards and LED boards).  Additionally, interns will enhance their skills in industry-standard design software, collaborate with marketing professionals on creative campaigns, and gain insight into the fast-paced environment of event marketing and venue promotions. This opportunity provides valuable real-world experience that prepares interns for a career in graphic design within the entertainment and sports industries.

Internship details:

• Pay: $13.00 / hour
• Not to exceed 20 hours per week
• Internship Dates: Summer 2025 Semester (June-August)
• Location: Moody Center, on UT campus

This position will remain open until May 9, 2025.

At Moody Center in Austin, Texas, we are building a championship organization that serves our fans, community, and business partners through world-class sports, entertainment, and experiences. We believe our employees are our greatest assets.  We strive to create a culture that empowers and inspires our employees to go above and beyond for our clients, patrons and community.  

Moody Center is Austin’s new arena that gave the “Live Music Capital of the World” the world-class arena it deserves.  Moody Center is a premiere 15,000+ seat venue that hosts the biggest artists and acts on the planet. Designed specifically for concerts, the new arena is home to The University of Texas Women’s and Men’s basketball games, family shows, and other sporting and community events. Moody Center is the first of its kind in the industry with an unrivaled partnership between Oak View Group, Live Nation/C3 Presents, The University of Texas at Austin, and Minister of Culture, Matthew McConaughey. Moody Center has been recently named the Arena of the Year by Pollstar and by the Academy of Country Music. 

We want you to join our team and create the most electric entertainment experience in the nation. 

• In collaboration with the marketing team, create digital and graphic design for venue and show assets
• Assist in the creation, design, and development of digital signage (ribbon boards and LED boards), print, and in-venue platforms.
• Support the development and implementation of graphic production standards, practices, and procedures for use of venue identity/identities.
• Create unique templates and design branding for various social media platforms.
• Create unique layouts and design for promoters and event clients as needed/required: admats, signage, print and web ads, product concept and development, eblasts, etc.
• Ensure quality and timely creative production and communication.

The qualifications listed below represent the credentials necessary to perform the essential functions of this position. To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Experience working in the field of graphic design/communication arts and/or marketing
• Knowledge in animation skills to use and hone: character rigging, cel animation (frame by frame), vector animation, and text animation
• Strong skills in original design, as well as the ability to conceptualize and utilize existing template and stock art media
• Eye for layout, typography, composition, and color
• Experience in Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Premier, Final Cut Pro, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects
• Knowledge of the video production process (from pre to post-production): conceptualize, art direct, and animate high-end motion graphics for use across social and digital media channels
• Frequent bending, lifting 15-20 pounds, sitting, exposure to multiple external elements, extensive walking through the building.

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.