Winds & Strings Marketing Intern

Responsibilities

• Communicate with dealers, consumers, district sales managers, and internal staff to answer questions, as needed
• Possible attendance at industry trade shows, clinics and artist performances
• Coordinate related product and support materials for shows
• Analyze competitive markets and formulate product and price comparisons of new and existing products
• Assist with production of website and marketing materials such as print ads, social media, flyers, labels, brochures, catalogs, press releases, etc.
• Responsible for final intern project focusing on researching and solving a real-world business concern
• Additional duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must be a sophomore, junior, or senior from an accredited University or have graduated within a year
• Experience with retail music environment is helpful but not required
• Some experience playing a brass or woodwind instrument required with high level of proficiency
• Minimum GPA of 2.7
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, outside stakeholders, and the general public
• Clear, concise written communication along with professional presentation skills
• Attention to detail including proofreading and copy writing skills
• Ability to think creatively and develop new or innovative designs and concepts
• Basic understanding of the principles, theories, and practices of marketing
• Working knowledge of the latest technology and applications including social media, podcasts, Mac OS and presentation software along with a strong interest in learning new trends in marketing technology

Benefits

• Flexible work options
• Robust employee wellness programs including free music lessons
• Free concerts from award winning artists
• Discounted hotel, travel, entertainment, and other attractions
• Casual dress
• Paid sick-time and holidays
• Inclusive and passionate culture
• Opportunity to be part of something bigger; changing people’s lives through music and sound