About Antique Resources:
Richard Weisz, proprietor of an 18,000 square foot antiques and chandeliers showroom is one of the largest dealers in the United States. Richard has personally restored hundreds of pieces of furniture and his firsthand knowledge and educational background make him one of Chicago’s premier antique experts. Antique Resources houses a stellar collection of over 1,000 chandeliers, paintings, and fine furniture from Europe and South America dating as far back as the early 17th century! Interior designers and collectors will also find accessories including clocks, oil paintings, sculpture and much more.
Requirements/Necessary Skills for Recruitment:
On-site person needed in Chicago with excellent writing skills in English.
Responsibilities include:
Setting up and managing accounts in FaceBook, Instagram, Twitter, Google +. Periodically welcome customers and answer the phone.
Preferred experience with some of the following: blogging, digital photography, art/history research, image editing and or interest in interior design and antiques.
Will consider three individuals to gain access to as many of these skills as possible.
As a business, we are looking for interns that will commit to a mutually decided-on schedule. We can be flexible with hours but need candidates to set a schedule they can commit to. Needs to come to the shop, which is located in the lakeview neighborhood of Chicago. Accessible by public transportation but free parking offered.
Benefits & Perks:
Three positions available. If college credit is desired, will accommodate postions to make them suitable.
Intern Payment:
Paid Internship
Internship Description of Duties:
Assist with photographing products, writing/researching descriptions, uploading photos online, managing social media strategy (FaceBook, Instagram, maybe Blogging)
Hours Required:
15-30 Hours Per Week
