Design & Marketing intern, Oppy

Bringing fresh global produce home. As one of North America's top fresh produce companies, we bring over 100 varieties of produce from more than 20 different countries to the market. Our business is managed by a team of dedicated professionals delivering exceptional service from over a dozen offices throughout North and South America. And because a healthy planet is essential to our growers, customers, and all of us at Oppenheimer, sustainability plays a vital role in everything we do.

The Design intern will support the Marketing and Communication Department by assisting with graphic design and development services for a variety of company packaging, branding and promotional materials and web services ensuring alignment with corporate strategy. They will also create social content that supports marketing programs. Contributes to a cohesive team-oriented environment to produce optimal results within tight time frames.

The ideal intern would have
  • Solid knowledge and foundation in graphic design principles including layout, typography, and photo editing
  • Basic knowledge of web and video design principles and practices
  • Strong photography skills with the ability to light and photograph product and edit images in a timely manner
  • Proficient with Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop and all MS Office programs
  • Superior oral and written communication skills
  • Resourceful and creative in developing content with limited assets
  • Experienced with social media publishing and analysis tools
  • Ability to build and maintain effective internal and external working relationships. Desire to exceed customer expectations
  • Highly developed written and verbal communication skills with an attention to detail
  • Strong time management and project management skills with the ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, multi-task, and work under pressure
  • Ability to exercise mature judgement and take initiative
  • Knowledge of CSS and Drupal programs an asset
WORK WILL INCLUDE:
  • Provides support in the development and implementation of company marketing strategies, advertising and promotion programs and services.
  • Provides graphic design and development services for a variety of company packaging, mock-ups, point of sale material, sell-sheets and branding and promotional materials while ensuring that both company and Grower’s brands are represented accurately and consistently.
  • Develops innovative and creative solutions for print and web design projects and video; takes initiative to generate concepts and suggest improvements to elevate branding and promotional materials.
  • Produces and edits photo images to be used in marketing materials and ensures that images meet the requirements of the project.
  • Liaises with internal and external contacts including staff, customers, advertising agencies, printers and media to gather or disseminate information.
  • Continually monitors competitor materials and market positions, particularly in the areas of innovative packaging and graphics in the international food industry.  Makes recommendations to capitalize on opportunities as appropriate.
  • Coordinates and/or participates in various marketing projects, including trade and/or web consumer advertising, promotions, video collateral, special events and market research activities as required.
  • Works cohesively as a team member to produce best possible product on time. Takes initiative to move projects forward and expedite them in an efficient manner.
  • Work with marketing and communications team to refine and implement comprehensive content and social media strategies that ladder up to larger brand story and mission
  • Assist marketing team on special projects and brand requests
SUITED TO CANDIDATES GRADUATING WITH:
  • Bachelor of Business majoring in Marketing
  • Bachelor of Design majoring in Communication Design
  • Bachelor of Communications majoring in Advertising Creativity
PREFERRED DATES:

12 weeks, starting January 2018.

RECRUITMENT

Applications for this role have been extended until 5pm on Monday 25 September.

STEPS TO APPLY
  • Log in to AUT Internz*.
  • Search under Public Internships to view this role.
  • Select 'Send me details' to receive an application form via email.
  • Complete and submit the application by 5pm on Monday 25 September.

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NEED TO KNOW
  • Before applying for this scholarship it is your responsibility to ensure you meet the criteria: https://internz.aut.ac.nz/students/international-internships/aut-internz-regulations
  • One AUT Internz scholarship will be offered to intern at Oppy during 2018.
  • Scholarships will cover airfares to and from Vancouver, a 23 month Canadian visa, a stipend to support living costs, and travel and health insurance.
  • Applications close 5pm on Monday 25 September.