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Working remotely as a graphic design associate inter for a non-profit organization has been an eye-opening experience for me. It challenged me to adapt my creative process to a virtual environment where I had to make sure all my work aligned with the organization’s values and mission.
It improved my collaboration skills because without the face-to-face meetings I had to be more proactive in staying connected with the team, specially my supervisor. I also had to take initiative when given a project because there were not step-by-step instruction. I had to come up with ideas of my own and deciding what was the best way to project the message for that particular project. So, working independently required me to set goals and deadlines for myself as well as meeting those set by my supervisor. This helped me grow more confident in my ability to manage projects independently.
Overall, this internship grew my passion for socially driven design. It showed me that creativity is a powerful tool for change and with thoughtful design we can raise awareness and support meaningful missions around us.
