Fellowship concentrations vary a bit from year to year, depending on what we need. We consistently hire for Writing + Editing, Graphic Design, Social Media, and Digital Multimedia. Have an idea for something else? Pitch us! We’re always open to new areas of the Creative Economy, like AI and Data & Analytics.
Programs
Fellowships
Creative Economy Summit 2023
Photo by Brandon Wright.
Creative careers 201.
Want to launch a creative career? Start with a 12-month Fellowship.
Pattern earns revenue by leveraging our legendary creativity into paid gigs in design, marketing, publishing, and more. Each client project also serves as real-world experience—and paychecks—for newly-graduated Fellows.
Fellows work alongside core staff and some even take the lead. Everything from managing client timelines and conducting magazine interviews to pitching projects and meeting with stakeholders. Sure, it’s a lot of responsibility. With mentorship and support, Pattern Fellows handle it beautifully.
FAQs
When do applications open?
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Fellows are hired all year round. For announcements on new openings, please check back here and follow @patterninc_ on social.
Is the fellowship paid?
Absolutely! Just another way we champion Indiana’s Creative Economy.
What are the required hours and location of the fellowship?
Fellowships are in person every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM for 12 months at the Pattern HQ in the Stutz, downtown Indianapolis.
Fresh from our fellows.
Jacob Chaves
Chaves, a former Pattern intern, credits the variety of projects and tasks given to him as a graphic design fellow with helping him exercise his creativity, noting that “with the fellowship, you get more hands-on experience.” Chaves also noticed significant improvement in his design abilities, thanks to the collaborative environment at Pattern. “I think that feedback and critique are essential for artwork,” he says. “Being able to see everyone else’s workshops inspires you.”
2024-2025
Samantha Hines
“I take a lot more ownership over my work and the things that I do. [At Pattern] people are really willing to hear your thoughts, and it’s not only going to help Pattern, it’s going to help you learn a lot.”
2024-2025
Micah Horne
“I realized how nice of an asset Pattern was for what I wanted to do [which was] the creative side of marketing and advertising. [At Pattern] my days are never the same. If there’s something you really want to work on or hone in on, come with a plan, and I can give you a 98% guarantee they will say yes, go do it!“
2024-2025
Emily Worrell
“My portfolio has exploded. I have so much more to show for myself and so much more confidence in my writing and my abilities.”
2024-2025
Lydia Norton
“I’m incredibly grateful for my time at Pattern, which has provided countless opportunities to grow as a creative. I’ve worked on hands-on projects with my peers, learned from Pattern staff, and connected with creatives across Indianapolis. As a young creative, it’s exciting to feel like I’m contributing to Indiana’s creative economy.”