Seasonal Holiday Sales Associate- Nittany Mall

Cherry Hill Programs; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Same day pay

Employee Referral Program

Opportunities beyond the season

Exclusive Holiday Perks for You & Your

Job summary

Cherry Hill Programs Inc. in State College, PA is seeking a Seasonal Holiday Sales Associate to welcome families on our Santa photo sets, engage with children, and capture magical moments.

You will deliver warm guest service, help operate the photo operation, and support a smooth, joyful experience. Flexible scheduling, same‑day pay benefits, and opportunities beyond the season are included.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Able to lift 10-25 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Comfortable greeting families and children.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to process sales transactions and handle cash.
• Professional attire and good hygiene.
• Willing to attend training and complete required courses.
• Flexible to work peak hours evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Able to work a minimum of 20 hours per week.
• Retail or cashier experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take photos and provide guests with memorable souvenirs to take home.
• Provide excellent guest service throughout the Santa photo set experience.
• Participate as a team member, ensuring photo operations run smoothly.
• Engage with children, families, guests, staff, and coworkers in a friendly, festive manner.
• Operate POS system and photography equipment.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• All other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

People skills

Team player

Cash handling

Presentable

Flexibility

Availability

Retail experience

Tools

POS system

Photography equipment

Job description

Seasonal Holiday Sales Associate- Nittany Mall

Job Category: Sales

Requisition Number: SEASO029774

• Posted : September 18, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Nittany Mall #0152
2901 East College Ave
State College, PA 16801, USA

Description

About Us

Cherry Hill Programs brings the magic to every experience by capturing moments that last a lifetime. In partnership with retail locations, tourist attractions, and destinations across North America, Cherry Hill Programs contributes millions of holiday and souvenir experiences for children and families, year after year.

As a Sales Associate/Photographer, you’ll help create excellent experiences on our Santa photo sets by welcoming families, engaging with children, and capturing magical holiday moments they’ll remember for years to come. You’ll bring warmth, energy, and world‑class guest service to every visit while supporting a smooth, joyful photo experience from start to finish.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us:

• Grow your skills and confidence by developing alongside a supportive team, gaining hands‑on experience with sales performance, problem‑solving, and delivering exceptional guest experiences
• Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle
• Same day pay options for early access to your paycheck
• Employee Referral Program
• A fun, fast‑paced environment where you’ll be part of a team that helps create memorable experiences for families
• Opportunities beyond the season — return for future holiday seasons and explore growth opportunities within our souvenir photography division, where available
• Exclusive Holiday Perks for You & Your Family:
  • One free visit with Santa for friends and family, including:
    • 10 photo prints
    • 10 free holiday cards from Shutterfly
  • A personalized digital message from Santa, powered by Portable North Pole
  • 3 free months of access to Pixie Post, our digital greeting card platform

What You’ll Do:

• Take photos and provide guests with memorable souvenirs to take home
  • Photography experience not required
• Provide excellent guest service throughout the Santa photo set experience, making every family feel welcomed, cared for, and part of the magic
• Participate as a team member, ensuring photo operations run smoothly and effectively
• Engage in a friendly, patient, and festive manner with children, families, guests, staff, and coworkers
• Operate POS system and photography equipment
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment
• All other tasks as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• At least 16 years of age
• Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 10-25 pounds and stand for prolonged periods of time
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable greeting and working with families and children
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to process sales transactions and comfortable with cash handling
• Professional attire and good hygiene are a must
• Available to attend training meetings and complete required courses
• Flexibility to work during “peak” retail hours, such as evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Available to work a minimum of 20 hours a week or as needed
• Previous retail, service industry, or cashier experience preferred but not required

We Work Together to Win Together

Our mission is simple: to bring magic to every experience by capturing moments that last a lifetime. We believe that building a diverse team, with a variety of backgrounds and experiences, is the best way to bring our mission to life.

Cherry Hill Programs strives to provide a positive work environment that values excellence in safety and quality, free from discrimination and harassment. Every employee plays a part in our Company’s success and makes this a great place to work. Our people are the heart of our organization and the foundation of our success. Driven by our core values of safety, diversity, integrity, and collaboration, we strive to promote a culture that supports and encourages creativity, fairness, and inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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