Graphic Design & Video Editing Intern

Who We Are

Decathlon is one of the most recognized sports brands globally and has been a driving force in India’s sports ecosystem for more than a decade. With over 130+ physical stores across the country and a thriving, rapidly growing E-commerce platform, our purpose is to "Bring people together through sport to make wellbeing accessible to all.

The Opportunity

Are you a creative, energetic visual storyteller looking to kick-start your career? Join Decathlon Sports India for an intensive, Graduation Project as a Graphic Design & Video Editing Intern. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your eye for design and passion for dynamic video content in a fast-paced, real-world retail and digital environment.

Key Responsibilities

Visual Creation: Assist in creating compelling, visually appealing designs - including social media graphics, digital banners, basic layouts, and simple illustrations that align with Decathlon's sporty aesthetic.

Video Production & Editing: Edit and assemble raw footage into engaging short-form video content ensuring optimal pacing, transitions, and audio synchronization.

AI Exploration & Integration: Utilize and experiment with Generative AI tools (such as Adobe Firefly, Gemini etc) to assist in brainstorming, mockups, asset generation, and streamlining both design and video editing workflows.

Brand Guardianship: Learn and apply Decathlon's brand guidelines to maintain consistent visual identity and messaging across all static and video platforms.

Asset Management: Support the design team with day-to-day operational tasks such as resizing images, adapting formats for various platforms, basic photo retouching, and organizing digital assets.

Creative Brainstorming: Actively observe the creative process, participate in design critiques, and confidently contribute fresh ideas during team brainstorming sessions.

Project Execution: Manage your time effectively to meet project deadlines while working on both small-scale independent projects and collaborative campaigns under the guidance of senior creatives.

Qualifications & Skills

Education: Pursuing or recently completed a degree/certification in Graphic Design, Video Production, Visual Communication, Multimedia, or a related field.

Technical Tools: Solid foundational knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite - specifically Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premiere Pro (knowledge of After Effects or other motion graphics tools is a strong plus).

Design Fundamentals: A strong grasp of design principles, color theory, typography, layout, and video storytelling/pacing.

Digital Native: Up-to-date with current social media trends, video formats, and what captures audience attention in the digital space.

Soft Skills: A creative mindset, willingness to adapt, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with the wider team.

Portfolio/Showreel: A portfolio or video showreel showcasing previous design projects, coursework, video edits, or personal creative projects is highly preferred.

Case study

Task Overview:

Choose one iconic sports product (e.g., a Quechua hiking backpack, a Kiprun running shoe, or an Artengo tennis racket). Create a cohesive mini-launch kit introducing this product as a "New Arrival" for the upcoming season.

• The Challenge: Find a standard, white-background studio shot of your chosen sports product online. Use AI tools (like Adobe Firefly, Gemini etc) to place this product into a realistic, dynamic outdoor environment.

• Deliverable: Design a "New Arrival" promotional graphic using this new AI-generated image. You must deliver it in three different aspect ratios:

• Instagram Post and Story: 1080 x 1080 (1:1), 1080 x 1920 (9:16)

• Website Hero Banner: 1920 x 1080 (16:9)

• Requirements:

• Ensure the Decathlon blue aesthetic is maintained. (HEX: #3643BA)

• Include a strong headline, price placeholder (e.g., ₹999), and a "Shop Now" CTA.

• The AI background must look realistic and properly blended with the product.

Part 2: Trend-Driven Product Teaser (Video Editing)

• The Challenge: Create a fast-paced, high-energy 10-to-15-second "hype" reel for the same product.

• Deliverable: 1 vertical video (9:16, MP4).

• Requirements:

• Audio-Visual Sync: Edit strictly to the beat of an upbeat, trending, or energetic audio track.

• Typography: Use bold, kinetic text overlays to highlight 3 key features of the product (e.g., "Lightweight," "Waterproof," "Durable").

• Footage: Mix product images with open-source stock lifestyle footage of people doing that specific sport.

Part 3: The "How I Did It" Breakdown

• Deliverable: A brief text explanation covering:

1. Exactly which AI tools you used for the product background generation/retouching and what prompts worked best.

2. The mood or vibe you were trying to achieve with your video edit and audio choice.

Work Details

• Location: Decathlon Anubhava (New Airport Road), North Bengaluru, Karnataka - 562157

• Duration: Graduation Project  (in office position)