Marketing Design/Production Intern

Zumiez; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Product Discount

Paid Sick Time

Job summary

Zumiez is seeking a Marketing Design/Production Intern in Lynnwood, WA. This temporary, hourly role supports the Marketing Design/Production Team and Brand Marketing Team across multiple initiatives, assisting with signage, print materials, and event assets.

Ideal candidates are pursuing or hold a graphic design/marketing degree, with strong Adobe Creative Suite skills and a keen eye for brand consistency. The position runs about four months and includes responsibilities in budget tracking and

Qualifications

• In school or completed degree in graphic design, marketing, or other relevant field.
• Basic knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft Office).
• Good familiarity and knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, specifically InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Bridge.

Responsibilities

• Assist designers on design production work including create in-store signage based on templates.
• Prepare files for print and digital output and maintain graphics library.

Skills

Graphic design

Attention to detail

Communication

Multitasking

Time management

Education

Graphic design/marketing degree

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Bridge

Job description

Position Title: Marketing Design/Production Intern

FLSA Status: Hourly

Employment Type: Temporary

Pay: $20.76/hour

Duration: Temporary

Anticipated Start Date: October 2026

Anticipated End Date: January 2027

Schedule: Mon-Fri; 9-5

Department Name: Marketing

We’re Zumiez, a 600+ store leading specialty retailer of apparel, footwear, accessories and hardgoods for young men and women who want to express their individuality through the fashion, music, art and culture of action sports, streetwear and other unique lifestyles.

Position Purpose:

The Zumiez Marketing department is looking for a dedicated and ambitious design/production marketing intern to join the team in supporting all areas of marketing and production. The marketing intern will work directly with the Marketing Design/Production Team and Brand Marketing Team to help research and execute across multiple marketing disciplines and initiatives, in order to blow the minds of our customers.

The Zumiez Brand Marketing team contributes to the customer brand experience by planning and hosting events, operating a rewards program, managing digital, social and physical communication channels, and advertising. In all of those initiatives, we get to partner with the best brands in action sports and streetwear. Within the Marketing team, the Design/Production team supports Brand Marketing by creating and arranging the production of various creative collateral.

This three to four-month seasonal position will offer you the opportunity to get your feet wet in a wide range of marketing initiatives. You will contribute to research, design, and production of projects for the future and quick-turn projects for near term events and promotions.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Assist all designers on design production work, including but not limited to:
• Creating in store signage based on templates
• Preparing files for print and digital output
• Maintenance of graphics library and archive system
• Support marketing team in the production of event materials, props/décor, and signage for both internal & external events/promos.
• Research, brainstorm, and contribute ideas and concepts to Marketing team projects.
• Create and complete purchase orders for marketing production projects.
• Support the proofing process of signage and promotional materials.
• Control quality and quantity on all sign and promotional packages.
• Ensure follow through on signage and POP for promotions at the store level.
• Support orders and relationships with print vendors
• Support sourcing projects involving signage and promotional materials.
• Support signage costs, track invoices and input into Excel budget sheet
• Help onsite at local employee events (set-up and assemble signage, props & décor, work with local vendors)
• Work on archival and marketing administrative projects, including note-taking for internal events and meetings.
• Perform all other relevant marketing duties and responsibilities as assigned by the manager.

Qualifications:

• In school or completed degree in graphic design, marketing, or other relevant field
• Basic knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft Office).
• Good familiarity and knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, specifically InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Bridge.
• Good decision making, communication, and problem solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy and follow-through.
• Understanding of the importance of consistency in corporate branding.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, within the set timeline and meeting the standards set by Marketing Team.
• Ability to understand and respond to all issues related to assigned projects.
• Ability to stay focused.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work well in a fast moving multi-task environment.
• Basic knowledge of print production and processes preferred.
• Knowledge of teen retail and/or action sports preferred.

Benefits:Product Discount, Paid Sick Time (following an initial waiting period)

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