Intern, Visual Design (Product)

As an Intern, Visual Design at Bitpanda, your responsibilities will include asset logo design for ongoing launches, creating engaging visual content for in-app stories, ensuring design consistency across materials, and supporting the Experience Design team with various design-related tasks. You'll have the chance to collaborate with different departments, helping deliver high-quality designs that contribute to user engagement.

To qualify for the Visual Design Intern position at Bitpanda, you should have a strong portfolio showcasing your visual design skills. Proficiency in design tools such as Figma and Adobe Creative Suite is essential, along with a keen eye for detail to create clean, modern designs. Previous design experience is a plus but not mandatory. Most importantly, we seek a collaborative team player who is enthusiastic about learning in a fast-paced environment.

As a Visual Design Intern at Bitpanda, you will work primarily with design tools like Figma and Adobe Creative Suite. These tools will help you create visually compelling assets, logos, and presentations that resonate with our audience. Familiarity with these tools will empower you to effectively contribute to the team’s design projects and initiatives.

To apply for the Intern, Visual Design position at Bitpanda, you'll want to prepare a strong portfolio that highlights your design skills and showcases your creativity. Visit our careers page to find the listing and follow the application instructions outlined there. Make sure to include a cover letter that explains your interest in the role and what you can bring to the Bitpanda team!

Bitpanda is committed to fostering a learning environment for Visual Design Interns. You can expect plenty of opportunities for professional development, hands-on experience in real-world projects, and the chance to collaborate with talented professionals in the fintech industry. Additionally, our flexible working model and team events create a supportive atmosphere for growth and experimentation.

When discussing your design process, try to break it down into clear steps: understanding the project requirements, brainstorming ideas, sketching initial concepts, and using design software to create the final assets. Highlight how you seek feedback and iterate on designs based on team input to emphasize your collaborative approach.

Be prepared to discuss specific design tools you’ve worked with, like Figma or Adobe Creative Suite. Provide examples of projects where you've utilized these tools to create effective visual assets, and explain how you leveraged their features to achieve your design goals.

Explain the importance of adhering to a style guide and maintaining design templates that detail font choices, color palettes, and layout options. Discuss how these practices help you create cohesive visuals that align with the overall brand image, and mention your attention to detail in reviewing your work.

Choose a project that had specific challenges, such as tight deadlines or complex requirements. Describe the steps you took to overcome these obstacles, from brainstorming solutions to collaborating with team members for input. Highlight the successful outcome and what you learned from the experience.

Discuss specific resources, such as design blogs, online communities, or social media platforms, where you keep up with the latest in visual design. Explain how you incorporate trends into your work to stay fresh and relevant while ensuring that your designs adhere to the brand's identity.

Mention Bitpanda's innovative approach to fintech and how their mission aligns with your interests in design and user experience. Express enthusiasm for collaborating with a diverse team and contributing to a platform that empowers users in their financial journey.

Highlight your openness to constructive criticism and illustrate this with a real example where you received feedback. Talk about how you adapted your designs based on this input and emphasize your appreciation for collaboration and growth through feedback.

Share an example of a project where teamwork was essential, discussing your role, how you contributed, and how you facilitated effective communication amongst team members. Convey the belief that collaboration enhances creativity and leads to better design solutions.

Talk about specific skills that interest you, such as advanced proficiency in design tools, user experience principles, or collaboration strategies. Express your eagerness to learn from the talented team at Bitpanda and how this internship will help you grow as a designer.

Discuss your approach to time management, noting tools or methodologies you use to organize and prioritize tasks. Emphasize the importance of deadlines and how effective communication with team members helps you stay on track with multiple projects simultaneously.