Marketing Intern

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Marketing Intern is responsible for a variety of support needs including design implementation of print and web materials, video content creation, implementation and analysis of digital campaigns, and supporting social media needs.

TYPE OF SUPERVISION RECEIVED: General direction and supervision is received from the VP for Marketing and the AVP for Marketing.

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
            Essential functions of the position:

• Contribute to the University’s visual identity and messaging through the conception and graphic design of multifaceted materials and collateral, including print and digital pieces.
• Work with MarCom’s external marketing partners on support and analysis of digital advertising and social media campaigns.
• Maintain follow-up communication on projects in process. 
• Video content creation and editing.
• Communication with various constituents within the University and among external vendors.
• Assist with maintenance and organization of various databases, such as photo library and project management tools.

EXPECTATIONS:

• Possess basic graphic design and production skills and have the adaptability to integrate new developments in design. Must be skilled in design layout, and illustration. Photography, social media and web helpful.
• Possess a working knowledge of graphic design techniques, design trends and media, as well as prepress technologies and print production processes.
• Ability to balance priorities and accomplish assigned tasks. Ability to shift quickly between several tasks without loss of continuity.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Have a solid working knowledge and the proficiency to efficiently operate a personal computer and associated software (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) as well as the ability to stay current with emerging office techniques.
• Possess strong conceptual, creative skills, and the ability to communicate ideas effectively.
• Ability to maintain professionalism when dealing with faculty, staff, students, and outside vendors.

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

            Knowledge and Education: Must be a Franklin Pierce University student in a related major (Graphic Design, Communications, Marketing, or similar).

            Machines, Tools, Equipment, Electronic Devices, and Software: Must be proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and various computer skills.

            License(s) and Certification(s): N/A

            Physical Activity/Effort: Must be physically able to lift various materials up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis. While performing required job tasks, physically able to remain seated, frequently to continuously. While performing required job tasks, must be physically able to remain standing for up to 15% of the time. Possess dexterity abilities required to perform typing, operating a computer, and other office equipment.

            Mental and/or Visual Demand: Ability to work with internal and external clients and printers, as well as experience with the print and proofing process. Excellent visual, interpersonal, and communication skills necessary.

            Environmental Conditions: Ability to work under typical office conditions.

            Contact with Students: Significant contact with students.

Contact with Faculty and/or Staff: Significant daily contact with staff, some faculty.

Contact with Community and Vendors: Some contact with community and vendors.

Confidentiality: All information regarding students is protected by FERPA and considered confidential. Student information may not be shared without express written permission of the student.

HOURS:

            Weekly: Minimum weekly requirement is 10 hours; schedule will be determined with student input. Total hours for the semester must equal 150 in order to earn full credit as an internship.