MARKETING INTERN

Description

ABOUT US:

Lyons Specialty Company, LLC is an independent wholesale distributor servicing 500+ accounts in convenience store retail and foodservice across Louisiana, Mississippi, and Arkansas. We are a family owned and operated business with over 100 years of stability, experience, and success. Our success is based on a strong commitment to maximizing the potential of our customers and employees alike. We are dedicated to adding value and supporting the internal growth of our talented and committed team! 

ABOUT THE ROLE:

SNAPSHOT: The Marketing Intern will assist and support the Marketing Managers with daily tasks of planning, developing and executing marketing initiatives, company branding, content creation and social media engagement.

• LOCATION: ON-SITE - Lyons Specialty Co. Port Allen, Louisiana
• COMPENSATION: Hourly (based on availability and experience)
• COMMITMENT: Part-Time (20-25 hours per week)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Print Media Productions:

• Assist with monthly printing projects utilizing in-house printer, cutter, laminator, spiral binder
• Trimming print media
• Packing and sending completed projects
• Assist with graphic design

Social Media and Film:

• Assist with company social media accounts: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X, TikTok, YouTube
• Scheduling of social media posts 
• Monitoring social media performance and reporting insights to optimize engagement
• Staying up to date with trends - collaborating with marketing team to brainstorm creative marketing initiatives
• Assists with post copywriting and content inspiration
• Assists with filming marketing and training videos
• Upload and organize content
• Assist with filming and photographing company events

General: 

• Find and upload product images
• Put together merchandise bags
• Manage and assemble customer sample packs
• Assist with creation and scheduling weekly emails and text messages
• Assist with the setup, facilitation and completion of company marketing events
• Complete other duties as assigned

Requirements

ABOUT YOU:

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 18 years or older and have a High School Diploma.
• Currently pursuing bachelor’s degree in marketing, business administration, communications, or related field preferred.
• Coursework, knowledge and experienced in marketing-related business practices, advertising methods: including digital, print and social media strategy, market research or data analytics is highly desirable.  
• Experienced and proficient with Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Canva, Hootsuite
• Experience and knowledge of popular social media platforms: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, etc.
• Capable of learning and excelling in specialized marketing-related software programs. 
• Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams).

KEY ABILITIES & SKILLS:

• Communication and Presentation: strong written and verbal communication skills, creativity, teamwork, and analytical thinking skills.  
• Organized Project Management: skilled with meticulous attention to detail to produce valuable work and complete projects accurately and timely. Results driven to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 
• Creative: curious, resourceful and skilled to create visually appealing images and marketing materials. 
• Self-motivated and hardworking: Strong work ethics to have sound methods for follow-up. Ability to work independently of direct supervision and as part of a team.

VALUABLE CHARACTERISTICS (that define Lyons Specialty Co. Culture):

• Pride – Being and doing your best even when no one else is looking.
• Passionate – The internal drive for individual, team, and company.
• Adaptable – A willingness to change when necessary.
• Resourceful – Using existing tools and processes to execute responsibilities timely and accurately. 
• Winning – Self-motivated and goal-driven to go out and win the day – EVERY DAY!

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Applicable candidates will be required to submit authorization and successfully complete Pre-Employment Screening:

• Criminal Background Investigation.
• Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol Test.  

The above information is intended to describe the general nature, preferred abilities, and level of the work being performed by individuals assigned to this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment. 

Lyons Specialty Co., LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to individual’s race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.