Overview
Heartland Food Products Group, owners of the Splenda brand, is looking to add a new Graphics Designer to our team to help us continue to grow our lineup of low-calorie, great tasting products. These include SPLENDA® Original, SPLENDA® Stevia, SPLENDA® Liquid Zero, SPLENDA® Creamers, and more. The role will also work on Private Label packaging to support our retail customers.
Splenda is the number one low-calorie sweetener brand in the U.S. and is loved and enjoyed by millions of Americans every day. With over 9 billion packets of Splenda consumed every year, it is an iconic global brand, with our headquarters in Carmel, Indiana. This is a unique opportunity to put your mark on the business by elevating how the brand is presented to our consumers.
This is on-site only in our Carmel, Indiana Clay Terrace office.
We’re looking for a creative and motivated Graphic Design Intern to join our dynamic marketing and design team. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects, sharpen your skills, and gain hands-on experience with a globally recognized brand. If you’re passionate about design, storytelling, and making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in creating compelling visual assets for digital and print projects such as in-store promotional displays or internal content.
- Work with other interns to research and kick-off projects with the design team
- Collaborate with the marketing and design team to explore creative concepts that align with the Splenda brand identity.
- Support packaging design initiatives, including mock-ups and layout adjustments.
- Help maintain and organize a digital asset library for easy accessibility and consistency.
- Stay up-to-date with design trends, offering fresh ideas to enhance our creative efforts.
- Other duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU GAIN
- Hands-on experience working with a trusted, consumer-loved brand.
- Mentorship from experienced designers and marketing professionals.
- Opportunities to build your portfolio with impactful, real-world projects.
- A deeper understanding of how design shapes consumer experiences in the CPG industry.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Currently pursuing a degree in Graphic Design or Visual Communications Design. Recent graduates are also welcome to apply.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
- Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- A passion for design and a curiosity for CPG brand development.
- Role is based in our Carmel, Indiana office (i.e. not a remote or work-from-home role)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Must be able to sit for extended periods of time and interact with computers, telephone and other electronic media
- Must possess visual acuity to document company records
- Must be able to work extended hours, such as daily overtime and an occasional weekend