Directions Group Inc Pte Ltd – Marketing Communications Intern (Sample Room)

Responsibilities:

• Manage day to day communication and editorial requests from media and clients relating to press sample loans, personality dressings and/or product information
• Responsible for sample management and coordination between media and press showroom, from loan request to fulfillment (delivery and return)
• Oversee the organization of press showroom at all times, including the monitoring of sample movements and maintenance of press showroom supplies
• Maintain a systematic sample log, templates and documents, and initiate efficient processes to ensure the smooth administration of the function, ensuring any discrepancies are addressed immediately
• Develop productive relationships with junior press and influencers
• Demonstrate an active interest in a broad knowledge of the media and/or influencer landscape, and take initiative to identify new opportunities for product placement or features
• Prepares and submit monthly loan charts to the Marketing Communications Division
• Contribute to the management of seasonal press presentations, press events and/or gifting of celebrities, stylists, editors and other industry professionals whenever required
• Provide support at other events, shows and personality fittings organized by the agency, whenever necessary
• Support the daily operations within the Marketing Communications Division on all necessary tasks including the maintenance of marketing library and updating of media database

Requirements:

• Pursuing a Marketing or Communications diploma or degree preferred, but not required
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Outstanding organziational skills with the ability to prioritise, multi-task and manage time
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Takes initiative, enthusiastic to learn and likes a challenge
• Creative, energetic and passionate
• PC proficient, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook
• Ability to multi-task and handle routine tasks
• A team player that can work independently

Length of contract:

This internship is for a period of 3 months starting immediately.  The internship will provide an insight to the luxury/fashion industry, as well as the opportunity to gain practical marketing communications experience in a fast-paced, dynamic agency environment.