POSITION Social Marketing Intern

REPORTS TO Social Marketing Manager

WHO WE ARE

More than just cookware, Le Creuset has been a colorful companion to meals and memories around the world since 1925. Respect for tradition and authenticity have been Le Creuset’s guiding principal for nearly 100 years – our passion for superior artisanal quality, exceptional design, and European craftsmanship have remained constant.

WHO YOU ARE

As a Le Creuset Social Marketing Intern, you will work closely with the Social Marketing Manager to support brand social media campaigns. You will gain experience in digital marketing and will assist the Marketing Communications team by responding to fans on social media and assisting with customer support, curating content, scheduling social posts, compiling digital analytics, and more.

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY

• Drive user engagement and support customer service by replying to comments and monitoring response trends
• Work with Social Marketing Manager to support social media marketing campaigns, including curating content, scheduling posts, and pitching content ideas for Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, TikTok and YouTube
• Assist with reporting by reviewing digital analytics and compiling data across all social platforms
• Facilitate communication between cross-functional teams, providing relevant information to retail, wholesale and e-commerce divisions as needed
• Research marketing opportunities (events, collaborations, influencers), content ideas, and community management best practices for social media
• Assist with shipping samples and placing product orders as needed.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• 18 years of age or older
• Must be located in the Charleston, SC area
• Current college student or recent graduate with a major in marketing, communications, or a related field preferred
• Highly engaged in social media, with experience and interest in social media management for business purposes.
• Working understanding of all primary social channels: Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Pinterest, LinkedIn, Twitter/X, and YouTube
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to adapt writing style to suit our brand voice.
• Keen eye for branding and aesthetics, with the ability to recognize and create content that meets brand standards
• Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop preferred
• Proficiency in video editing software or apps preferred
• Self-starter with excellent time management, accountability, and judgement making skills
• Ability to work effectively with a team and individually in a fast-paced environment with daily deadlines

EXTRA EXTRAS

• This is a paid internship for the Summer/Fall 2024 semester, requiring a 15 - 20 hour/week time commitment. Exact start and end dates are to be determined, ideally starting in May or June and carrying throughout the fall semester.
• An hourly schedule can be determined based on your availability within the work week, with typical office hours between M-F, 9am – 5pm
• Applicants should be based in Charleston, SC. This position is currently a hybrid of remote and in-person work, requiring 1-2 days per week at the Le Creuset of America headquarters in Charleston, SC. Please note that you will need your own transportation to the office. 

WHY JOIN US

Our mission is simple - to inspire and empower people everywhere to make joy through cooking. Our recipe is equal parts passion, hard work and fun with a culture as vibrant as our products. We constantly stretch ourselves and encourage our associates to do the same. When you join Le Creuset, you become part of a dynamic team that focuses on innovation and collaboration. You are part of something bigger…from your first day to every moment thereafter, you’re going to love what you do!

THE PERKS

• Incredible benefits package
• Tremendous growth opportunities: Growth = Joy and we are all about encouraging both.
• Work/life balance: No need to show off your juggling skills, we offer the flexibility and the resources to balance both
• Generous employee discount: How much space do you have in your kitchen? Seriously.

FLSA STATUS Non-Exempt

EEO STATEMENT Le Creuset is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Le Creuset seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.