Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
Woods Hole, MA 02543
Remote
2021-10-23
Scientific Illustration Intern (Remote Option)
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Job Summary:
WHOI Creative Studio is looking for a talented early-career scientific illustrator as part of its dedication to training future generations of ocean science visual communicators. Since the success of the first oceanographic expedition of the HMS Challenger, ocean science has needed visual storytellers to communicate this wild planet-defining feature that connects us all. Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) is committed to understanding all facets of the ocean by advancing technology and discovery in order to provide unbiased information about the importance of the global ocean and its resources. Scientific communicators play an essential role in this mission as illustrations can be the only way to capture the vastness and complexity of ocean science or ideas.
As a Scientific Illustration Intern, early-career professionals will collaborate with scientific/engineering staff, administrative clients, editors, and marketers to build their skills and portfolios while producing work that aligns with the WHOI mission. The selected candidate will learn how to apply their education in a fast-paced environment to meet the highest quality standard under continuously ambitious deadlines. Work has the potential to be published regularly in a breadth of diverse platforms including scientific publications and/or presentations, whoi.edu, as well as Oceanus magazine.
Only applications including electronic portfolio's will be considered. When applying, please upload your portfolio to the "Publications" section on the Candidate Profile, which should be on the first screen of your application.
Essential Functions:
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently searching for a Scientific Illustration Intern to join the Creative Services Department. The temporary Scientific Illustration Intern is a paid internship and will approximately last three (3) months. This is a temporary, casual, non-exempt position, and is eligible for casual benefits. The selected candidate has the option of working remote or onsite.
WHOI Creative Studio is looking for a talented early-career scientific illustrator as part of its dedication to training future generations of ocean science visual communicators. Since the success of the first oceanographic expedition of the HMS Challenger, ocean science has needed visual storytellers to communicate this wild planet-defining feature that connects us all. Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) is committed to understanding all facets of the ocean by advancing technology and discovery in order to provide unbiased information about the importance of the global ocean and its resources. Scientific communicators play an essential role in this mission as illustrations can be the only way to capture the vastness and complexity of ocean science or ideas.
As a Scientific Illustration Intern, early-career professionals will collaborate with scientific/engineering staff, administrative clients, editors, and marketers to build their skills and portfolios while producing work that aligns with the WHOI mission. The selected candidate will learn how to apply their education in a fast-paced environment to meet the highest quality standard under continuously ambitious deadlines. Work has the potential to be published regularly in a breadth of diverse platforms including scientific publications and/or presentations, whoi.edu, as well as Oceanus magazine.
Only applications including electronic portfolio's will be considered. When applying, please upload your portfolio to the "Publications" section on the Candidate Profile, which should be on the first screen of your application.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Work independently to create scientifically accurate and precise illustrations for a wide range of subjects
- Support the scientific, engineering and leadership teams by producing presentation materials for internal and external reports and documents
- Brainstorm with researchers to create novel ways of visualizing difficult concepts
- Design graphs of scientific data, flow charts, and organizational diagrams
- Plan page layouts and illustration concepts working closely with creative director and editor of Oceanus magazine
- Provide cover designs for scientific publications
- Develop three-dimensional models and images for exhibits and presentations
- Develop illustrations from concept and sketches to finished product
- Closely mimic pre-existing art styles and develop new art styles
- Meet deadlines and maintain effective, responsive communication with clients and colleagues
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Perform other duties as deemed necessary.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in earth sciences or related field is required.
- Candidates pursuing a graduate degree is preferred.
- Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite or other appropriate design software such as 3D modeling (Cinema 4D) and mapping (QGIS or ArcGIS) is required.
- Experience working independently and collaboratively with a diverse group of clients and their staff; sound organizational and detail-oriented skills in a high-volume production unit.
- Must have attention to detail and scientific Accuracy.
- Ability to brainstorm, take direction, collaborate, and be part of a team.
- Interest/passion for ocean science.
- Ability to explore multiple art directions.
- Ability to solve problems creatively in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to develop ideas through sketches, take feedback, and take the sketches to a high level of finish.
As part of our commitment to health and safety, and as WHOI is a federal contractor required to comply with Executive Order 14042, effective December 8, 2021 proof of full COVID-19 vaccinations will be required for employment at WHOI. “Fully vaccinated” means a full two weeks has passed after the second or final dose of a vaccination or vaccination series.
Physical Requirements:
This position is mostly sedentary. Occupational requirements include near vision and ability to distinguish basic colors.