Marketing Design/Production Intern

Position Title: Marketing Design/Production InternFLSA Status: Hourly

Employment Type: Temporary

Pay: $20.76/hour

Duration: Temporary

Anticipated Start Date: October 2026 Anticipated End Date: January 2027

Location: Zumiez Home Office - Lynnwood, WA

Schedule: Mon-Fri; 9-5Department Name: MarketingWe'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 templatesPreparing files for print and digital outputMaintenance of graphics library and archive systemSupport 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 vendorsSupport sourcing projects involving signage and promotional materials.
• Support signage costs, track invoices and input into Excel budget sheetHelp 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 fieldBasic knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft Office).Strong design skills. 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) Please apply online directly to this posting and include a link to your design portfolio in your application. Reach out to nickvanzwol@zumiez.com with any questions.

Position Title: Marketing Design/Production InternFLSA Status: Hourly

Employment Type: Temporary

Pay: $20.76/hour

Duration: Temporary

Anticipated Start Date: October 2026 Anticipated End Date: January 2027

Location: Zumiez Home Office - Lynnwood, WA

Schedule: Mon-Fri; 9-5Department Name: MarketingWe'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 templatesPreparing files for print and digital outputMaintenance of graphics library and archive systemSupport 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 vendorsSupport sourcing projects involving signage and promotional materials.
• Support signage costs, track invoices and input into Excel budget sheetHelp 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 fieldBasic knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft Office).Strong design skills. 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) Please apply online directly to this posting and include a link to your design portfolio in your application. Reach out to nickvanzwol@zumiez.com with any questions.