Marketing Assistant

Job Description
Are you always in front of your computer? Or do you always check your Smartphone for Facebook updates or the latest Tweets? If you do, we want you! Mel Lim Design is currently seeking a social media marketing assistant to manage our online presence.
The ideal candidate will:
• be working directly with owner to manage/facilitate social media content on multiple platforms including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc.
• track customer responses and analyze online conversations
• identify improvements needed to achieve goals related to marketing campaigns for products/ services
• identify new marketing opportunities that will reinforce company’s branding and online community
• write editorial copy, blog posts, marketing messages, product/ service descriptions, post and distribute to community
• monitor overall brand message and moderate questions, comments, and general feedback within the community

Other administrative responsibilities may apply. This may include but not limited to office management, responding to business enquiries, and scheduling appointments.

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Requirements:
• You must be an organized self-starter, who is motivated, outgoing, professional and goal driven
• You are also an all rounder who is creative and independent, requiring minimal supervision
• Marketing or Business major/minor preferred
• 1-3 years work experience in design agency environment, marketing or with a consumer brand (with strong online presence) is a plus
• Passion for the design industry and familiarity with design thinking, design management and business innovation
• Strong writing and communication skills and ability to provide samples of previous work
• In depth knowledge of social networks, blogs, and wikis
• Basic understanding of WordPress
• Proficiency in Office programs. Basic Photoshop skill is a plus
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently
• Possess strong internet research skills with the ability to find and compile interesting and relevant content (blog posts, news items, photos, video, etc.).

Application Submission
This is a paid part-time position. Flexible hours. Local San Diego candidates preferred. Please submit your resume only if your experience meets the position requirements to jobs@mellim.com. Only qualified prospects can expect a response. Compensation ranges from $10-$15 per hour depending on previous work experience. Please place Marketing Assistant in the subject line when emailing your resume. NO PHONE CALLS.

Design Assistant

Mel Lim Design is looking for a production artist to assist our UI team.
The ideal candidate will be working directly with our Lead UI designer to assist in producing artwork to specifications.

Requirements:
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator)
Detail oriented, excellent organization skills with the ability to multi task
UI work experience is a must
Print work + web work experience is a plus
1-3 years work experience in design agency environment is a plus
Bachelor’s Degree in design is a plus but not required

This is a part time position. Flexible hours. Local San Diego candidates only. Qualified candidates called upon for interview will be asked to take our production artist test in our studio. Please submit your resume + online portfolio link only if your experience meets the position requirements to jobs@mellim.com. Only qualified prospects can expect a response. No phone calls please.

Compensation is at $9.00 per hour depending on previous work experience. Please place Design Assistant in the subject line when emailing your resume.

Junior Graphic Designer

MLD is looking for a part-time Junior Graphic Designer. If you have a talent in graphic design and is looking for a chance to work on multi-disciplinary projects, we would love for you to apply! You will be part of a fast paced creative environment and will work directly with our Lead UI and Creative Director.

Job Description:
- Assist in developing identity programs for clients in various channels including digital, social, traditional media, live events, branded content, websites, print ads etc
- The ability to take graphic design direction and further execute projects is a must-have trait for this position
- Create original designs, sketching, mock-ups, process final designs and images
- Execute design updates and revisions
- Assist in design research and developing overall program concepts
- Assist in print production collateral and coordination with print vendors
- Assist Lead UI and Creative Director on various internal creative projects

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Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or other related or equivalent field
- 1 – 2 years of relevant graphic design experience with focus on print, digital/social and web
– Strong production skills and knowledge in typography, photography, illustration, color and design, and printing processes
- Well versed in brainstorming and contribute to ideation process by drawing, illustrating and or sketching by hand or digital
- Mac / Adobe CS5: PhotoShop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat
- PC / Word and PowerPoint
- Dreamweaver/Flash is a plus
– Axure RP or other prototyping software is a plus
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, multi-task, attention to detail while delivering error-free work
- Ability to prioritize work to balance multiple projects and deadlines

This is a part time position. Flexible hours between 20-25 hours/ week. Local San Diego candidates only. Qualified candidates called upon for interview. Please submit your resume + online portfolio link only if your experience meets the position requirements to jobs@mellim.com. Only qualified prospects can expect a response. No phone calls please.

Compensation ranges from $18-$25 per hour depending on previous work experience. Please place Junior Graphic Designer in the subject line when emailing your resume.