Graphics Design Intern

Full time @Media Challenge Initiative (MCI) in Management Email Job

Job Detail

  • Job ID 22020
  • Career Level  Officer
  • Experience  2 Years
  • Gender  Both
  • Industry  Administration
  • Qualifications  Degree Bachelor
  • Job Type  Full time

Job Description

About Media Challenge Initiative (MCI)

Media Challenge Initiative (MCI) is a youth-first media organisation building the next generation of journalists, storytellers and media leaders in Uganda and across Africa. Through hands-on apprenticeship training, an independent newsroom (Switch Africa and Solutions Now Africa), innovation programmes and solutions-oriented storytelling, MCI empowers young people to create media that drives community change, promotes information integrity, and fosters youth innovation.

The Role: Graphics Design Intern

Media Challenge Initiative (MCI) is seeking a creative and motivated Graphics Design Intern to join our team in Kampala. The intern will support visual storytelling that amplifies youth and community voices while contributing to MCI’s mission in media innovation and narrative change.

This is a great opportunity for a young designer looking to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic media and development organisation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Visual Content Creation

  • Support with the design of graphics, social media visuals, infographics, posters and simple illustrations that align with MCI’s brand identity
  • Create visual assets for news stories, reports, training materials and digital campaigns
  • Support the production of short video edits and basic motion graphics when required

2. Campaign & Project Support

  • Assist in developing visual concepts and materials for thematic campaigns (youth, health, climate, education, etc.)
  • Design digital and print collateral for workshops, events and community outreach activities
  • Ensure designs are engaging, culturally relevant and audience appropriate

3. Brand Support & Asset Management

  • Maintain consistency with MCI’s visual identity guidelines across all designs
  • Help document project activities through photography and visual recording
  • Organise and manage digital design assets and project files

4. Learning & Team Support

  • Participate in team brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas
  • Receive mentorship while supporting senior designers on various projects
  • Assist with day-to-day design needs of the organisation

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following to hr@mciug.org. Clearly indicate “Graphics Design Intern – Kampala” in the subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

  • A detailed CV
  • A cover letter (maximum 1 page)
  • Portfolio link or PDF (maximum 10 pieces)

Who We Are Looking For

Currently pursuing or recently completed a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Fine Arts, Multimedia, or a related field
Basic to intermediate proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Canva
A strong portfolio showcasing creative work (personal or academic projects are acceptable)
Interest in social impact, storytelling and community-focused design
Good communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Based in or willing to work from Kampala
Creative, enthusiastic and eager to learn
Detail-oriented with a strong sense of visual aesthetics
Reliable, proactive and able to meet deadlines
Passionate about using design for social change and community development

Why This Role Matters

You will help shape how MCI’s mission shows up visually — across social feeds, campaigns, reports and community events — while learning inside a working newsroom and creative studio.

Your designs will give youth and community stories the dignity, energy and reach they deserve.

Ready to Apply?

Send your CV and cover letter to hr@mciug.org before 15th June, 2026.

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