2015 Internship Program
Each year, VisualResearch, Inc. provides a short-term internship to a limited number of students in an effort to develop and reinforce the practical application of research and data analysis techniques, data and information presentation strategies, writing proficiency, and/or graphic design and layout. These internships offer real-world experience, and applicants who successfully complete the program will have demonstrated an ability to complete a variety of project tasks working both independently and in small groups.
When
Program runs for 3 weeks, July 14 - 31, 2015
Who
We will select two to four exceptional students ranging from rising high school seniors to college seniors, who have a working to proficient experience in visual storytelling and animation. The ideal individual must have the ability to conceptualize a concise idea for effective communication that will be delivered to a target audience. Specific skillsets from preliminary storyboard drawings to final executions of characters, backgrounds and scene transitions are expected. We would like individuals who are capable of taking on individual tasks as well as working closely with others to enable bringing their formulated ideas and concepts to life.
Working knowledge of Adobe After Effects, Illustrator and Photoshop is required. Capabilities of rendering motion graphics in a 3D program, ideally in Cinema4D, and video editing is a plus! Applicants must be spending their summers in the central Virginia region and must be able to drive to work each day. No previous professional work experience in a related field is required.
Details
This internship is designed to bring a small group of creative motion graphics storytellers together in order to create a compelling short animated spot for VisualResearch Inc. Over the course of a 3-week period the VRI interns will experience what it is like to learn and carry out a motion graphics job from start to finish. This process includes an initial assessment with VRI staff in order to gather the necessary information to fulfill the requested needs of the company. This preliminary inquiry and problem solving method will drive the remaining creative brainstorming experience of the group. The interns will also have daily experience of learning some tips and tricks of animating by working alongside VRI’s art director. This ongoing learning process of motion graphics skillsets, paired with the processes of carrying out a full-animated project from start to finish, will provide a real world opportunities similar to that of motion graphics designers. VisualResearch strives to contribute to educating young learners for the real world in order to instill confidence and competency for the future. The final deliverable will be targeted and sent out through various social media channels.
Schedule & Compensation
A $175 stipend will be provided to high school interns and a $250 stipend will be provided to college interns who successfully complete the program. Hours are flexible and can be adjusted to meet certain schedules. However, once the schedule is set, any violation may result in the immediate termination of the internship and no delivery of the stipend.
Contact
Inquiries or questions should be directed to Neal B. Kauder, President, VRI at 804.794.3144. An initial phone contact will determine eligibility and an application will be sent by e-mail.
2014 Academic Internship Recipients
Kate Martin
Appomattox Regional Governor's School for the Arts and Technology, Honors Student, Visual Arts, 2011
Carnegie Mellon University, Dean's List, Industrial Design, 2016
Melanie Felix
Lake Braddock Secondary School, National AP Scholar and Honors Student, 2012
Virginia Commonwealth University, Kinetic Imaging, 2016
2013 Academic Internship Recipients
Katie Nasta
Deep Run High School, AP and Honors Student, 2010
Virginia Tech, Environmental Policy and Planning, 2014
Ruey Hu
Midlothian High School, AP and Honors Student, 2009
UVA, Computer Science Engineering - VCU, Computer Science
Nazar Aljassar
Midlothian High School, AP Scholar and IB Student, 2013
University of Virginia, Statistics; Echols Scholar, 2017
Michael James Morris
Maggie Walker Governor's School, AP scholar and Honors Student, 2014
Past Academic Internship Recipients
Tyler Pridgen
Midlothian High School, AP and Honors Student, 2010
University of Pennsylvania, 2014,
Visual Studies
Ashby Manson
Midlothian High School, AP and Honors Student, 2010
University of Virginia, 2014, International Relations & Religious Studies
Mitchell Craft
Manchester High School,
Mass Communications Specialty Center,
Honors Student, 2013
Past Academic Internship Recipients
Emil Trinidad
Hermitage High School, AP Scholar and Honors Student, 2007
William and Mary, 2011, International Relations
Alisa Aydin
Monacan High School, AP Scholar and Honors Student, 2011
George Mason University, 2015, Computer Game Design
Adam Powers
Maggie Walker Governor's School, AP Scholar and Honors Student, 2010
Virginia Tech, Finance/Accounting, 2014
Past Academic Internship Recipients
Allison Abbott
Midlothian High School, AP scholar and Honors student, 2009
University of Virginia, 2013
Michael Wade
Douglas Freeman High School, AP and Honors Student, 2006
William and Mary, 2010, International Relations
Shannon McGill
Midlothian High School, International Baccalaureate Art Program, 2007
Virginia Commonwealth University, 2011, Photography and Film
Past Academic Internship Recipients
Grace Olivia Larosa
Midlothian High School, AP scholar, 2007
Carnegie Mellon University, 2011
Janet Souhyun Lee
Midlothian High School, AP scholar, 2007
William and Mary, 2011
Jacob Patrick Davis
Governor's School for Government and International Studies, AP and Honors student, 2010
University of Virginia, 2014
Bryan Daniel Kauder
Midlothian High School, AP and Honors student, 2010
Harvard University, 2014
Past Academic Internship Recipients
Hayden Thomas Luse
Collegiate School, National AP scholar, 2008
University of Virginia, Rodman Scholar Honors Program, 2012
