Internship Placement Position Description
Business Name: Lambertz Photography & Design LLC / Ink By Jen
Department/Location: Carroll, IA
Supervisor/Point of Contact: Jenna Lambertz
Phone: 213-926-8171
Email: jenna@lambertzphotographydesign.com
Internship Position
Position Title: Photography Studio Assistant
Placement Term: Fall or Spring
Work Location: 510 N. Carroll Street, Carroll, IA
Work Schedule: Schedule is dependent upon the student's school schedule and will be coordinated with and communicated to the host organization.
Position Overview
The Studio Assistant Intern will gain hands-on experience in a creative business environment supporting photography, design, and studio operations. This internship provides exposure to client services, event coordination, studio management, and content creation while helping students develop professional communication, organization, and project management skills.
Duties and Projects
The intern may be involved in the following activities and projects:
- Organize and maintain studio session supplies and materials.
- Assemble and stock client care packages.
- Assist during photography studio sessions and special events.
- Help coordinate projects, schedules, and studio activities.
- Support event preparation and setup.
- Assist with content creation and promotional activities as needed.
- Help manage studio organization and workflow.
- Support special projects and other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Learning Outcomes
The intern will have opportunities to:
- Develop professional workplace skills.
- Build communication and customer service abilities.
- Increase knowledge of photography, design, and creative business operations.
- Apply classroom learning in a professional setting.
- Strengthen problem-solving and organizational skills.
- Gain experience with event coordination and project management.
- Develop an understanding of client relations and creative services.
Workplace Expectations
The intern is expected to:
- Demonstrate professionalism and reliability.
- Follow organizational policies and procedures.
- Maintain confidentiality when appropriate.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, employees, clients, and event participants.
- Arrive on time and meet agreed-upon work schedules.
- Complete assigned projects and tasks to the best of their ability.
Dress Code
The intern is expected to follow the organization's dress code requirements.
Attire expectations for this position: Business casual attire. Clothing should be professional and appropriate for assisting during photography sessions, events, and video content creation. Spandex and booty shorts are not permitted.
Physical Requirements
The intern should be prepared to perform the following physical activities as required by the position:
- Sitting for extended periods.
- Standing for extended periods.
- Walking throughout the workday.
- Assisting with photography equipment and studio materials.
- Carrying or holding equipment as needed.
- Working in a variety of studio and event environments.
Important Information
This description does not list all duties. The intern may be asked to perform other duties assigned by staff or the supervisor. The intern will be evaluated on the performance of assigned projects and responsibilities, as well as professional interactions with employees and clients. On-site hours will be negotiated with each candidate.
Safety expectations, including harassment policies, should be reviewed with the host organization.
Transportation and Travel Requirements
Travel may be a component of this internship experience.
- Students must have reliable transportation to and from the studio.
- Internship activities may occur within a one-hour radius of Carroll as part of photography sessions, events, or other business-related projects.
- Any company vehicle used during internship-related activities must be operated by an authorized employee.