Internship - Marketing Associate

Job Position: Marketing And Data Collection Assistant

The purpose of this position is to conduct data collection via door to door marketing and to assist the marketing department in developing and executing marketing plans, customer acquisition campaigns, and sales promotions. This position will also offer some designs, and computer-generated artwork, taking marketing projects from concept to completion.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Conducts data collection via door to door marketing
2. Marketing and survey telephone research
3. General office duties, assembly of collateral and office retail materials
4. Must be able to drive company vehicle to various Pioneer events and towns
5. Assist research for special projects designated by Pioneer Coordinators
6. Assists with social media opportunities and the Pioneer presence on social networking sites (Facebook, Youtube, Twitter, etc.)
7. Assists in planning, scheduling and coordinating all trade shows type events for marketing and outside sales; this includes physically setting up events.
8. Schedule, coordinates, and perform at "Partner" appearances.
9. Designs and produces artwork, coordinates and/or oversees printing of the Company's marketing material.
10. Ensures all collateral and materials meet company quality and logo standards, and ensures standards of appearance for all Pioneer local business offices.
11. Participates in planning meetings to understand the marketing concepts and projects and provides artistic input.
12. Proofreads and writes copy for various marketing projects as needed.
13. Assists Production Specialist with video production as needed.
14. Commits to performing job tasks in a manner that ensures a safe work environment.
15. Willingly and cooperatively performs other related duties as required by management.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Student who has completed one year of college majoring in Marketing, Data Collection, Public Relations or related field.
• Must maintain a good driving record and a valid driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate with customers, co-workers and various business contacts in a professional and courteous manner.
• Working knowledge of social media.
• Some knowledge of graphics software programs such as Photoshop as well as the ability to learn encoding and scheduling software.
• Knowledge of video editing software such as Pinnacle.
• Knowledge of color, design, typography and creativity skills.
• Must be available to work occasional nights and weekends.
• Listening, verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of company products/services, policies and procedures.
• Proficient in operating a personal computer and software applications pertaining to job function.
• Skill in prioritizing, completing multiple tasks, identifying problems and finding resolutions.
• Ability to meet deadlines, perform under stress and achieve optimum results.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and to pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality guidelines in accordance with company policy.
• Ability to read and interpret various formats of English language instruction.
• Ability to demonstrate dependability through good attendance and adherence to timelines and schedules.
• Ability to function as a team player and project a positive attitude.

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting or standing for extended periods, walking, finger dexterity, feeling, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity including close vision.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• The ability to wear and perform in the Partner mascot "suit" for extended periods of time in all types of weather.
• May be required occasionally to stoop, kneel or bend.
• Ability to drive long distances.

(Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and physical requirements.) EOE Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans