HippoBird

Online Marketing

We’re looking for driven individuals, with a passion for online marketing, websites, and who have an understanding of the workings of social media.

This job is highly dynamic, and tasks will vary day-to-day according to events, activities, and projects we we work with. Interns will engage in the following areas:

* Twitter
* Facebook
* Website Creation/Editing (HTML/CSS)
* Copywriting
* Search Engine Optimization
* Small Business Owners
* Sales
* etc.

Qualifications:
* Passion for helping others
* Understanding of social media
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Proficient in Excel
* Familiarity and understanding of local needs of small business owners
* Experienced navigating the web

Our culture is driven by a passion for helping others and is driven by results. We enjoy a collaborative and fun work environment and the highest level of integrity.

This is a non-paid internship. Interns who complete the 3 month training program will be considered for paid positions. Limited positions available. Applications will be considered on a first come, first serve basis.

Resumes can be sent to hippo@hippobird.com

Graphic Design

HippoBird’s Graphic Design Internship focuses on education, empowerment, execution, and experience. The Graphic Design curriculum is an integral, constantly visible extension of HippoBird and our clients. Our interns work on an extensive range of projects, with minimal supervision and maximum creative freedom. The results of past projects are visible throughout our sites; everything you see, click, or gasp at has been, and will continue to be, influenced by the collaborative efforts of our standout interns. You’ll have hands-on experience with brainstorming, building, and designing.

You:
* Have a working knowledge of the Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
* Know basic HTML
* Creative
* Hardworking
* Experience in CSS is a plus (but not required)

Responsibilities:
* Designing the front-end for websites
* Creating presentations, newsletters, and marketing materials
* Creating logos, packaging, and brand kits

Essential Requirements:
* 2+ years of web design education / experience
* Ability to create functional and intuitive user interface
* Extreme attention to detail in work quality
* Well organized and able to balance multiple projects simultaneously
* Understanding of Web 2.0 trends
* Demonstrated understanding and appreciation of graphic design; color theory, typography and layout
* Ability to take constructive criticism and implement creative direction
* Passion for/interest in helping people

This ideal candidate is looking to build their portfolio, have fun, and gain experience in the startup world.

This is a non-paid internship. Interns who complete the 3 month training program will be considered for paid positions. Limited positions available. Applications will be considered on a first come, first serve basis.

Please send your resume and samples of your work to hippo@hippobird.com