Marketing Intern TBS Web Design is primarily responsible for the marketing and sales of Topsarge Business Solutions. The department manages Topsarge Business Solutions’s website and content and coordinates branding and awareness through public relations, printed, and collateral materials in support of Topsarge Business Solutions.  Interns will enhance written and oral communication skills and learn about practical marketing strategies. Intern responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with developing and executing marketing strategies for promoting performances, programs, and services
• Coordinating outreach efforts to local businesses and organizations
• Writing to include: press releases, media alerts, mass email communication, blog, and social media posts
• Coordinating editorial calendar requests
• Writing and proofreading blog submissions
• Assisting with and attending special events as needed
• Some database and file management
• Other duties as assigned

Skills/Qualifications

• Self-starter; able to work well without constant direction
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Familiarity with AP Style preferred
• Communications, Marketing/Advertising, Business, or other relevant majors preferred.

Graphic Design Intern The Graphic Design Intern is primarily responsible for assisting TBS Web Design with digital and print production work for TopSarge Business Solutions and any other special event programming. Interns will help streamline deliverables and ensure that all requests are met by the approved deadlines. Intern responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with digital banner resize
• Creating digital graphics for various social media platforms and websites
• Creating collateral elements in various sizes to print
• Assisting in resizing and properly exporting print ads for delivery
• Assisting in routine work for approval to various Topsarge Business Solutions staff members
• Creative connecting with Graphic Designer, where possible

Skills/Qualifications

• Must be able to provide own working computer (preferably Mac) with a current subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud
• Pursuing a degree or recently graduated from an accredited college or university in Graphic Design or a related field
• Knowledge and experience with Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
• Self-starter; able to work without constant direction
• Must have strong attention to detail
• Demonstrates strong typography knowledge and skills
• Confident in their work, but knows how to be a team player.

Web Design The Web Intern will help with TBS Web Design website requirements.  Other duties include assisting with the management of some new and existing websites.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Self-starter; able to work well without constant direction
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong computer skills including the use of HTML, WordPress, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel