JOB DESCRIPTIONPhotography & Visual Content Creation Intern

Company: Digenie – Digital Marketing Division of Spice N Oil

Location: Egmore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu (Monday to Saturday, 09:30 AM to 07:00 PM)

Employment Type: Full-Time Internship (Stipend Provided)

Department: Creative & Production

Experience: Freshers / Students / Candidates with 0–1 Year Experience

- About DigenieDigenie is a digital marketing and creative agency working with brands across multiple industries. We specialise in social media marketing, creative design, photography, videography, motion graphics, video production, AI-powered content creation and digital advertising.

We are looking for enthusiastic and creative individuals who are interested in learning and developing practical skills across photography, graphic design, video editing, animation and digital content production.

This internship is designed for candidates who want to build a career in the creative industry and gain hands-on experience working on real-world projects, client assignments and digital marketing campaigns.

We are not looking for someone who is interested in photography alone. We are looking for individuals who are willing to explore multiple creative disciplines and develop into versatile visual content professionals.

- Key ResponsibilitiesA. Photography & Videography

- Assist photographers and creative team members during product, food, lifestyle, corporate and promotional photoshoots.
- Learn to operate DSLR and mirrorless cameras, lenses and basic photography equipment.
- Assist with lighting arrangements, camera settings, framing, composition and background preparation.
- Capture photographs and short-form video footage under supervision.
- Assist in shooting Instagram Reels, promotional videos and social media content.
- Learn basic studio photography and lighting techniques.
- Organise, transfer and maintain photographs and video footage.
- Assist with shoot preparation, equipment handling and production arrangements.

B. Photo Editing & Image Processing

- Learn to edit and retouch photographs using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
- Perform basic colour correction, exposure adjustments, cropping and image enhancement.
- Assist with background removal, image manipulation and creative compositing.
- Prepare photographs for social media posts, advertisements and digital campaigns.
- Understand image quality, resolution, formats and export requirements.
- Develop consistency in photo editing and visual presentation.

C. Graphic Design & Static Creatives

- Assist in designing social media posters, carousels, banners, thumbnails and promotional creatives.
- Learn graphic design fundamentals, including typography, colour theory, composition, spacing and visual hierarchy.
- Work with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Canva.
- Convert creative briefs and references into visually appealing designs.
- Adapt existing designs into different formats and dimensions.
- Assist with design corrections, modifications and creative variations.
- Develop an understanding of brand guidelines and visual identity.

D. Video Editing & Content Production

- Learn to edit Instagram Reels, promotional videos, advertisements and short-form digital content.
- Assist with video cutting, transitions, colour correction and audio synchronisation.
- Add subtitles, captions, text overlays and sound effects.
- Work with raw footage, photographs, stock videos and other creative assets.
- Learn to export videos in different resolutions, aspect ratios and platform-specific formats.




- Assist in developing engaging video content for social media campaigns.

E. Motion Graphics & Animation

- Learn the fundamentals of motion graphics and 2D animation.
- Assist in creating animated posters, text animations, transitions and promotional videos.
- Understand keyframes, animation timing, easing and basic visual effects.
- Work with Adobe After Effects and other animation tools.
- Convert static graphic designs into animated social media content.
- Assist with animated advertisements, logo animations and simple explainer videos.

F. AI-Assisted Creative Production

- Explore AI-powered tools for image generation, video generation, image editing and creative production.
- Learn to use tools such as Midjourney, Adobe Firefly, Runway, Kling, Higgsfield and other emerging AI platforms.
- Generate AI-assisted visual assets for posters, campaigns and digital advertisements.
- Experiment with AI-generated backgrounds, product visuals, compositions and creative concepts.
- Learn prompt writing and visual reference development.
- Integrate AI-generated assets into Photoshop, video editing and motion graphics workflows.
- Stay updated with emerging AI tools and creative technologies.

G. General Creative & Production Responsibilities

- Assist the creative team with different assignments across client accounts.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions and creative concept development.
- Understand creative briefs and execute assigned tasks under supervision.
- Assist in preparing creative references, mood boards and visual concepts.
- Make revisions based on feedback from senior designers and creative team members.
- Maintain organised project files, source files and creative assets.
- Work on assignments across different creative disciplines as required.

3. Software & Tools ExposureThe intern will receive practical exposure to the following applications: Photography & Image Editing

- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Lightroom

Graphic Design

- Adobe Illustrator
- Canva

Video Editing

- Adobe Premiere Pro
- DaVinci Resolve
- CapCut

Motion Graphics

- Adobe After Effects

AI Creative Tools

- Midjourney
- Adobe Firefly
- Runway
- Kling
- Higgsfield
- Other emerging AI-based creative platforms

Prior expertise in these applications is not mandatory. However, basic computer proficiency, creative aptitude and an eagerness to learn are essential.
- Skills & Qualities We Are Looking For
- Genuine interest in photography, design and visual content creation.
- Basic understanding of visual aesthetics and creative communication.
- Interest in learning photography, videography and camera operations.
- Willingness to learn graphic design, photo editing and video editing.
- Creativity and an eye for detail.
- Basic understanding of colours, typography and composition is an advantage.
- Curiosity about AI tools and emerging creative technologies.
- Ability to follow instructions and implement feedback.
- Willingness to experiment with new techniques and creative approaches.
- Good time management and discipline.
- Positive attitude, consistency and commitment to learning.

5. Educational Qualifications
- Students or graduates from Photography, Visual Communication,



Multimedia, Animation, Graphic Design, Film Making or related disciplines are preferred.
- Candidates from other educational backgrounds with a genuine interest in creative work are also welcome.
- Freshers with no professional experience can apply.
- Prior experience or a portfolio is an advantage but not compulsory.

6. Internship & Training ProgrammeThis is a structured, office-based internship designed to develop practical creative skills through guided training and real-world assignments. The intern will initially work under the supervision of experienced photographers, designers, video editors and creative team members.

Training areas will include:

1. Photography fundamentals, camera operations and lighting.
2. Photo editing, retouching and image processing.
3. Graphic design fundamentals and static creative development.
4. Video editing and social media content production.
5. Motion graphics and basic animation.
6. AI-assisted image and video generation.
7. Creative brief interpretation and professional production workflows.
8. Practical execution of client projects and campaign assignments.

The training programme will combine learning sessions, demonstrations, practical exercises and supervised project execution. Stipend: A stipend will be provided during the internship, based on the candidate's selection and agreed internship terms.

- Performance Assessment & Full-Time Employment OpportunityInterns will be evaluated throughout the programme based on:

- Learning speed and improvement.
- Photography and image-editing capabilities.
- Graphic design fundamentals and creative execution.
- Video editing and motion graphics skills.
- Ability to use AI tools effectively.
- Creativity, initiative and problem-solving.
- Quality and consistency of assigned work.
- Discipline, punctuality and adherence to deadlines.
- Ability to accept feedback and improve.

Candidates demonstrating strong performance, learning ability and professional commitment may be considered for full time employment at Digenie, subject to the company's requirements and a final performance assessment.

Successful candidates may progress into roles such as:

- Assistant Photographer & Visual Content Designer / Editor
- Graphic Designer
- Video Editor
- Motion Graphics Designer
- Visual Content Creator

Important: Completion of the internship does not automatically guarantee full-time employment. Conversion will depend on performance, available positions and the company's assessment.

- Working Conditions

Work Location: Digenie Office, Egmore, Chennai

Working Days: Monday to Saturday

Working Hours: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Compensation: Stipend provided during the internship

- Ideal Candidate ProfileWe are looking for someone who is passionate about creativity and willing to explore different aspects of digital content production.

You may not know how to operate a professional camera, design an advertisement, edit a video or create motion graphics when you join. That is perfectly fine.

What matters is your willingness to learn, experiment, practise and improve.

We want individuals who are curious about how photographs are created, how designs communicate, how videos tell stories, how animations bring ideas to life and how AI can transform creative production.

At Digenie, this is an opportunity to learn multiple creative disciplines, work on real client projects and build a career in the digital creative industry.

If you are creative, curious and willing to learn, we encourage you to apply.

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