GRAPHICS INTERN

Summary/Objective

The Graphics Intern will have the opportunity to enhance several skills in supporting the Label Department including design collaboration, accurate data entry, enhanced proofreading skills, and basic knowledge of food labeling. This position will support the Graphic Designers in tasks related to design, typesetting, photography and digital media.  This position will also support other label department team members with printing, data entry, sample development and warehouse stocking.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Major duties will include daily paperwork and computer work assisting within several positions in the label department
• File and organize documents electronically and physically
• Proofreading packaging electronically and physically
• Data entry and typesetting in Adobe programs and Microsoft programs
• Photography, photo editing and maintaining a photo database
• Website and Social Media assistance

Skills Desired

• Computer skills on both a MAC and a PC
• Program knowledge desired: Microsoft Office Programs, Abobe PhotoShop, Illustrator, InDesign and Acrobat
• Proficient understanding of grammar – proofreading skills
• Self-motivated and works well with others in a fast paced environment

Competencies

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to apply food safety and employee safety guidelines in all tasks
• Effective problem-solving and analytical skills
• Proficient communication skills
• Strong time management abilities
• Collaborative approach to working on projects with team members

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to allergens.  The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

Seasonal summer and part-time around school classes

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

Education, Skills, and Experience

Currently enrolled in 2^nd year or greater Graphics, Marketing or similar Associate or Bachelor degree program

EEO Statement

Eillien’s Candies, Inc. is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all employees.  It is the Company’s policy to seek and employ the best qualified personnel in all positions, to provide equal opportunity for advancement to all employees, including upgrading, promoting and training, and to administer these activities in a manner which will not discriminate against or give preference to any person because of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, ancestry, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, arrest or conviction record or any other discriminatory basis prohibited by state or federal law

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.