Division/Department: Marketing 

Job Title: Marketing Intern

Reports To: Assistant Marketing Manager co-reports to Business and Safety Manager

Type of position: Non-Exempt / Hourly

Employee Classification: Seasonal 

Location: Bryson City, NC

Compensation: $14-$16 hour

Job Summary: 

 We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Marketing Intern to join our team. As a Marketing Intern, you will play a key role in supporting various marketing initiatives and projects. You will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment and contribute to the success of our marketing efforts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Capturing Content: Assist in capturing photos and videos for marketing materials, events, and social media platforms.
• Video and Photo Editing: Edit and enhance captured content to create engaging visuals for marketing campaigns, promotions, and social media.
• Brochure Distribution: Organize, inventory, and distribute marketing materials, including brochures, flyers, and promotional items, to targeted locations.
• Assistance in Social Media: Support the team in creating content for various platforms, including Facebook, Instagram and Tiktok.
• Graphic Design: Collaborate with the team to develop graphics, illustrations, and layouts for digital and print materials.
• Maintaining the Print Shop: Assist in managing the inventory of printing materials, ensuring that supplies are adequately stocked, and equipment is well-maintained, as well as ensuring the cleanliness of the Print Shop.
• Creating/Assisting with GSMR Signage: Contribute to the design and production of signage for events, promotions, and other marketing initiatives.
• Assist with event preparation, implementation, recruitment and minor event staff supervision.
• Orgainzation and coordination of event specific materials.
• Work with other departments as part of a team to provide passengers/guests with positive memories.
• Other duties as requested.

Work Environment:

• Work primarily in an office setting
• Work on and off the train in varied terrain in all weather during both daylight and dark hours during event operations.
• Varied schedule throughout the year dictated by school schedule or train schedule.

Education, Skill, and Work Experience Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, or related field.
• Basic knowledge of MAC and Microsoft OS
• Strong attention to detail and creativity.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Basic knowledge of video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of social media platforms and trends.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and tools.
• Experience with graphic design is a plus but not necessary.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to ride and walk/move comfortably throughout a moving train.
• Must possess organizational skills with the ability to multi-task while prioritizing workload with a practical, flexible, and innovative approach to work and school.
• Ability to communicate successfully with a variety of personalities and function effectively as a member of a team.
• Fairly open schedule during weekends and holidays (only during operating events).
• Must be able to pass a background check. 
• Valid Driver License with the ability to pass a DMV report in compliance with company policy.