The Society of Publication Designers, or SPD, is dedicated to promoting and encouraging excellence in editorial design. Members are art directors, designers, photo editors, editors and graphics professionals. Since drafting its charter in 1965, the SPD remains the only organization specifically addressing the visual concerns of print and online editorial professionals. Editorial design plays a crucial role in shaping and documenting our common history; the efforts of the Society and its members also serve to educate and enlighten the public about the importance of magazines and online publications.

The activities of SPD promote the role of its members as journalists and partners in the editorial process, as well as fostering new generations of publication designers through educational outreach and scholarship opportunities. Member benefits include significant discounts on events, entry fees, Adobe software and training opportunities, complimentary copies of the SPD Annual, and more.

Make sure to check out the SPD-U PUB(lications) CRAWL, the annual all-day event that features a tour of two magazine and/or design offices to give an in-depth look at how things there really work. Space is limited so buy your ticket here. This event takes place on Friday, September 27th. Doors open at 9:15 am at the SPD Office.

Check out these great internship opportunities after the jump.

Interview Magazine – Fall 2013 Photo Dept. Internship

  • Job Description:
    Interview magazine seeks highly motivated and enthusiastic interns to assist the Photography Department this Fall Semester. Interns will learn the day-to-day workings of a high-paced monthly arts, culture and fashion magazine. As well as the specific tasks associated with photo editing, photo researching, and producing and budgeting photo shoots. In this multi-faceted position, interns will assist with the research, organization, and production for photo shoots, administrative duties around the office and photo research as needed. Further responsibilities include maintaining departmental lists and organizing photography credits, processing invoices and learning our accounting system. Candidates should have general knowledge of photography, an enthusiasm for pop culture, and enormous attention to detail. Good communication and writing skills are essential, as well as the ability to deal with a fast-paced, often demanding office environment. Basic experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suites is necessary. The internship includes a stipend that covers the costs of travel to and from our offices by subway, and can be done for academic credit. At least two full days of commitment are required for the internship. We are well aware of educational demands and remain receptive and flexible when working out schedules. Recent college graduates are welcome to apply.
  • Position: Internship
  • Area of Focus: Photo
  • City: New York City
  • Region: NYC tri-state
  • Duration: Other
  • About Our Company: In 1969, Andy Warhol created Interview as a radical experiment that brought together some of the most creative people from the worlds of film, art, fashion, music, and the culture at large. Today, Interview continues to embody that independent spirit, chronicling the people and the ideas that make culture move from the new and the unheralded, to the celebrated and the notorious, to the legendary and the iconoclastic with glamour, intellect, wit, and style.
  • Company: Interview Magazine
  • Contact Address: 110 Greene Street, 2nd Fl New York, NY 10012
  • Contact Email: tjohnson@brantpub.com
  • Contact Name: Tara Johnson
  • How to Apply: Please send a resume and cover letter to Tara Johnson at tjohnson@brantpub.com

Good Housekeeping Magazine Photo Dept. Intern

  • Job Description:
    Good Housekeeping, a magazine of Hearst Corporation, is seeking afall photo intern for the FALL 2013 semester. The atmosphere is fun, relaxed, and very educational. Interns will learn about the daily activities of a large-scale magazine. This includes publishing, photo editing, photo research, and photo shoots(and much more). Interns will be primarily responsible for helping thephoto team do photo research. Additionally, interns will be able to visitthe in-house studio and go on location shoots with the editors. Photo Internwill assist the editors in various administrative tasks including contactwith photographers worldwide. The intern must be able to work 3 days a week and MUST receive school credit.
  • Position: Internship
  • Area of Focus: Photo
  • City: New York City
  • Region: NYC tri-state
  • Duration: Part-time
  • Contact Email:lwhritenour@hearst.com
  • Contact Name: Lawrence Whritenour
  • How to Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume.
  • Job Requirements: Student MUST be able to receive college credit.