Design Studio Administrator Part Time Internship- Santa Monica, CA (Onsite)

Job Description

Hours: Tuesday-Thursday- 9am-3pm (Flexible start time)

Location: 2866 Colorado Ave., Santa Monica, California

Pay: $

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with a top performing team in an amazing team atmosphere environment. Participation in Sales Training.

• Maintaining and managing excellent customer relations.

• Generating and supporting new customers on face-to-face basis.

• Understand Western Window Systems products and apply processes and reasoning to appropriately present, promote, select and recommend products in architectural applications.

• Increase clients brand awareness thru the Hosting of Events at the Design Center and through attending Architect and industry events, including being on site to provide Western dealers, architects, builders, and homeowners information.

• Create and update calendar of architect events both in the design center and on online event tracking platform (Salesforce).

• Build, promote and execute monthly/quarterly special events and promotions from start to finish to achieve sales goals.

• Work individually, and with the local and corporate sales and marketing team to plan events with associations such as local Chambers of Commerce, AIA, CSI, and regional design and building chapters.

• Create Lunch and Learn schedules and events.

• Assist with Social media marketing for the design center - Facebook, Instagram, Google Business, Eventbrite, and company website.

• Take photos at design center and all architect events for the Western Region on camera or phone to use on social media.

• Answer online reviews, voicemails and social media comments.

• Work with corporate Digital and Graphics Team to develop marketing materials.

• Update internal marketing materials - table tents, flyers, chalkboards, and presentations, etc.

• Participate in monthly and quarterly sales calls with architect reps.

• Outreach to local architects to provide marketing support materials and product samples.

• Work with the Sales and Marketing Teams to plan and coordinate events for the regional Architectural and Builder communities.

• Calling architects to invite to open house events for Santa Monica and San Diego locations.

• External/offsite promotion - meet with potential clients, host offsite pop-ups.

• Attend offsite networking events and stay up to date with local associations.

• Partner with relevant teams to develop strategic positioning, identify insights, and establish clear objectives and measures of success for truly integrated marketing initiatives.

• Report on completed campaigns, apply basic analytical skills to identify any performance highlights and/or trends to inform strategy and tactics for moving forward.

• Ensure effective budget management including reconciliation and invoice approval.

• Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to prioritize tasks.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

• Available to work occasional evenings and weekends

• Ability to travel periodically to offsite events

• Problem solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner

• Customer Service – Responds promptly to customer needs

• Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction

• Completes work in a timely manner.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

Current student pursuing a degree program in Architecture, Design, Business Administration, or Marketing, or 1+ years of experience in a similar role

LANGUAGE / COMMUNICATION SKILLS

English

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Must be able to calculate and determine accuracy of budget

REASONING ABILITY

Must be able to access complex situations and make appropriate decisions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Usual office environment with frequent sitting, walking, and standing, and occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and balancing.

• Frequent use of eye, hand, and finger coordination enabling the use of office machinery.

• Oral and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication as well as communication through automated devices such as telephone.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Primarily operates in an office environment with exposure to diverse noise levels.

• The nature of assisting and processing office tasks frequently demands efficient and swift work to meet schedules and demands.

• Requires adherence to safety protocols and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as necessary

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and multiple priorities.

• Collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient operations.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to travel occasionally domestically. (Occasional activity exists less than 1/3 of the time.

What We Offer

At MITER Brands, we invest in your health, wealth, and wellness. Our comprehensive benefits package supports you and your eligible spouse/dependents while helping you achieve your personal and professional goals.

We offer competitive pay, a 401(k) with company match, and generous paid time off to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Health & Wellness

• Three comprehensive medical plan options
• Prescription drug coverage
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Teladoc virtual healthcare services
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Wellness Clinic

Financial Protection

• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Legal Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Team Member Discount Program

MITER Brands, including MI Windows and Doors, Milgard, and PGT Innovations, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Work Authorization and Sponsorship Disclosure:

The Company does not offer employer sponsorship at this time. Therefore, candidates must provide truthful and complete information regarding their eligibility to work in the and any current or future need for employment sponsorship. Misrepresentation regarding work authorization or sponsorship need at any stage of the hiring process will result in disqualification from consideration, rescission of an employment offer, or termination of employment.