Marketing - Hourly - Junior Marketing Assistant

Standard Motor Products, Inc.; Lewisville, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience

Mentorship from professionals

Real project exposure

Opportunities to expand skills

Job summary

Standard Motor Products, Inc. in Lewisville, TX is seeking a Junior Marketing Assistant to support the Marketing Services team with day‑to‑day projects, data entry, image editing and photography learning.

No professional photo experience required, just an interest to learn. This role provides hands‑on exposure to social media, marketing materials, ADA accessibility workflows, trade shows support, and creative production.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; basic Photoshop skills a plus.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide marketing and administrative support for day-to-day tasks.
• Assist with product photography, 360° imaging and image editing.
• Edit and enhance images to align with brand standards.
• Help create, update and prepare marketing materials and flyers.
• Support ADA accessibility workflows for marketing documents.
• Assist with social media content planning, scheduling and reporting.
• Monitor inventory of marketing supplies and assist events.
• Collaborate on creative campaigns and market research tasks.
• Prepare reports on marketing activities and campaign performance.
• Support other marketing projects as priorities evolve.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Initiative & ownership

Communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Marketing - Hourly - Junior Marketing Assistant

Lewisville, TX, USA

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Established in 1919 and traded on the NYSE, Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) is a leading independent manufacturer and distributor of premium automotive replacement parts utilized in the maintenance, repair, and service of vehicles in the automotive aftermarket. Additionally, SMP provides customized solutions for vehicle control and thermal management products in diversified end markets represented by its Engineered Solutions segment.

Globally, SMP employs over 6,000 employees across nearly 40 manufacturing, distribution, and engineering facilities and offices located in North America, Europe and Asia. SMP sells its products primarily to automotive aftermarket retailers, program distribution groups, warehouse distributors, original equipment manufacturers, and original equipment service part operations in the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia, Mexico, and other Latin American countries.

This position is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain hands‑on experience while supporting a variety of creative, digital and administrative marketing projects.

As a Junior Marketing Assistant at SMP Temperature Control Division, you will support the Marketing Services team with day‑to‑day projects and initiatives. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, adaptable and willing to learn. Responsibilities will also include support for our in‑house Photo Lab, including product photography and image editing. Professional photography experience is not required; however, an interest in photography and willingness to learn is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Marketing & Administrative Support: Assist the Marketing Services team with day‑to‑day projects and administrative needs, including data entry, document preparation, file organization and other departmental support.
• Photography & Photo Lab Support: Assist with product photography, 360° imaging and image editing as part of regular Photo Lab support. Learn established photography equipment, software and processes; prepare and position products; edit and retouch images as needed; and ensure final images are accurate, consistent and meet established quality standards.
• Image Editing: Edit and enhance images for use across various platforms, ensuring they align with our brand aesthetics and quality standards.
• Marketing Materials & Production Support: Assist with the creation, updating and preparation of marketing materials, including monthly new item flyers, product literature and other sales and promotional materials.
• ADA & Document Accessibility: Assist with the ADA accessibility process for marketing flyers and other digital documents, following established procedures to help ensure materials meet accessibility requirements.
• Social Media Support: Assist with social media content development, scheduling, asset preparation, monitoring and reporting.
• Inventory Management: Monitor and maintain inventory levels of promotional items and marketing supplies and coordinate replenishment as needed.
• Event Support: Assist with trade shows, meetings and other marketing events as needed, including preparation and coordination of materials and supporting assets.
• Creative & Collaborative Projects: Work with the Marketing Services team on creative concepts, campaigns, departmental initiatives and occasional new product launches.
• Market Research: Assist in researching competitor activity, industry trends, design trends and marketing best practices to support departmental initiatives.
• Reporting: Compile and prepare reports on marketing activities, campaign performance and other relevant information as needed.
• General Marketing Support: Assist with additional marketing, creative and departmental projects as priorities and business needs evolve.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate degree in Marketing, Business, Graphic Design, Photography or a related field is preferred.
• Photography: Professional photography experience is not required. Basic photography experience or an interest in photography is a plus. Must be willing and able to learn product photography techniques, camera equipment, lighting and 360° imaging processes.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop, is a plus.
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and the ability to recognize inconsistencies in product positioning, image quality, file information and other project requirements.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational abilities with the ability to manage multiple projects, files and priorities simultaneously.
• Initiative & Ownership: Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative, follow projects through to completion and communicate when additional information or assistance is needed.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with team members and other departments.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Teamwork: Ability to work effectively within a team while also working independently when needed.
• Adaptability: Willingness to learn new processes, software and equipment and assist in different areas of Marketing Services as departmental needs change.

What We Offer

• Hands‑on experience working on real projects that impact our brands and products.
• Experience with product photography, 360° imaging, digital marketing and creative production.
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced marketing, design and photography professionals.
• Opportunities to contribute ideas and see projects through from concept to completion.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities to expand skills and responsibilities based on performance and experience.

Standard Motor Products is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.