Graphic Designer Marketing Assistant

KMA Design Group is an award-winning architecture and design firm founded by renowned Costa Rican architect Katia Marten, with over 40 years of experience. Based in Costa Rica, the firm specializes in residential, hospitality, and commercial design, with a strong focus on thoughtful architecture, sustainability, and human-centered design.

Our work explores the intersection between architecture, wellbeing, branding, and storytelling, creating projects that connect people with nature and meaningful design.

We are looking for a Graphic Design & Marketing Intern to support our lead designer in developing visual content for branding, marketing, and architectural storytelling.

This internship is designed for students or young designers who want real-world experience working with a professional architecture and design studio.

You will collaborate on creative projects including branding, social media visuals, presentations, and marketing materials, while gaining insight into how design communication works inside an architecture firm.

This role is ideal for someone who wants to build a strong portfolio, gain mentorship, and develop real industry experience.

• Assist our lead designer in creating visual assets for marketing and branding
• Design graphics for social media, presentations, and marketing campaigns
• Support brand identity and visual storytelling initiatives
• Edit images and prepare design materials for digital platforms
• Collaborate with the team to communicate ideas through visual design

• Student or recent graduate in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Marketing, or related field
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Strong visual creativity and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment
• Interest in architecture, design, branding, and visual storytelling

• Basic understanding of marketing or social media design
• Spanish language skills are a plus
• Interest in architecture, design, or creative industries

• Real-world experience working with an architecture and design firm
• Mentorship and collaboration with professional designers
• Opportunity to build a strong portfolio with real projects
• Insight into branding and marketing within the architecture industry

This is a learning-focused internship intended for individuals who want to gain experience and strengthen their portfolio.

Compensation is symbolic/limited, as the primary value of the position is mentorship, hands-on experience, and exposure to real design projects.