Marketing & Sales Intern at Liberated People in New York, NY

Company Description

Liberated People (www.weareliberated.com) is an eco-friendly apparel line of men's and women's tees and sweatshirts. Founded in 2012 by actor Gbenga Akinnagbe (The Wire, 24: Live Another Day), the collection features dates of liberation of nation states around the world, empowering people to engineer change in their lives and the lives of others. We're building a movement centered around a message of unity, global purpose, and freedom, anchored in dates of liberation.

Job Description

REQUIREMENTS: The Marketing & PR intern(s) must be creative, with a working knowledge of computers, word processing systems, and database management software. All interns are mentored by the company CEO. The CEO will help the intern prioritize tasks and focus on multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. Interns will work between 8-20 hours a week..

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Proactive problem prevention and issue resolution skills.
• Must be highly organized, detail oriented, collaborative, self-motivated, able to work independently, passionate, and hard working.
• Solid and working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and/or Mac. Adobe design experience preferred.
• Must possess strong creative skills with a solid eye for detail.
• Analytical, articulate, result-oriented and has excellent follow-up skills.
• Able to meet with team weekly/bi-weekly
• Strong verbal and written communications skills

RESPONSIBILITIES:

We are looking for an intern to work with us on a wide variety of projects. The intern will:

• Perform and present research methods, findings, and conclusions.
• Create and implement marketing strategies to current target market and potential clients.
• Coordinate, attend, and participate in meetings, events, presentations, and brainstorming sessions as directed.
• Develop and track initiative effectiveness.
• Assist with the development and managing of databases.
• Support the company’s efforts by performing research activities to increase market penetration.
• Assist in coordinating various marketing methods including direct mail, print ads, networking, internet, social media, and develop new methods of marketing.
• Help in coordinating event logistics of special events and campaigns.
• Manage spreadsheets, and printed event materials.
• Assist with general administrative duties if necessary.
• Be responsible for planning, measuring and managing social media efforts on a weekly basis.
• Build engagement with Liberated People target market by identifying and cultivating prospective clients/followers via social media, blog, website, and e-mail.
• Develop press kits and/or press releases.
• Assist with general administrative duties if necessary.

COMPENSATION:

This is an unpaid internship. College students are to receive college credit. Liberated People LLC will provide a stipend contingent upon successful completion for non-credit students.

Additional Information

Scheduling:

The position is 15-25 hours per week. Scheduling is flexible. The intern will work remotely, on site, and will also participate in calls with the Managing Director and team, in addition to meetings and events.

How to Apply:

Please send your resume and cover letter to info[at]weareliberated[dot]com with subject line "Retail e-commmerce Business Management Internship". No calls please.

Required experience: 3 years of management experience