College Promotions Specialist

About Us:
Balfour & Co. is one of the world’s largest collegiate and high school commencement services companies. Under brands like Balfour®, GradImages®, University Photo®, Gaspard®, ArtCarved®, and KeepSake®, we help students and families celebrate life’s biggest milestones. From class rings and yearbooks to graduation gowns and photography, we combine tradition with digital innovation. Visit Balfour.com and GradImages.com to learn more.

Location:
We’re currently hiring Promotion Specialists (Sales Associates) in and around the Harrisburg area.
Candidates must have reliable transportation and be willing to travel locally. (Mileage reimbursement is provided at $0.62 per mile).

Position Summary:
As a College Promotional Sales Representative, you will represent Balfour & Co. at on-campus events, helping students place their graduation orders and promoting our products. You’ll be the friendly, professional face of our brand during these milestone moments.

Compensation & Schedule:

• $20 hour


• Mileage reimbursement: $0.62/mile


• Events typically last 4 to 10 hours


• This is a part-time, seasonal, event-based position


• Seasons run February–May and August–December


• Monday–Friday availability required


• Long-term, seasonal returners highly preferred


• Regional travel is required

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage with groups of students to share Balfour’s product offerings


• Assist customers with placing orders using iPads and other tech tools


• Set up, organize, and break down displays at event sites


• Achieve sales goals during campus events


• Build positive relationships with college staff and bookstore partners


• Submit orders accurately and report event results to management


• Distribute promotional signage on campus

Qualifications:

• 2–3 years of sales or customer service experience


• High school diploma or GED required; some college preferred


• Comfortable using iPads and mobile internet tools


• Professional, well-groomed appearance


• Outgoing, reliable, and self-motivated


• Able to stand, walk, and lift up to 30 lbs throughout the event


• Must be comfortable speaking to large groups


• Punctual, organized, and dependable


• Must follow the required business casual dress code and be able to wear a neutral-colored mask if needed


• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship


• Regional travel is required.


• Willingness to travel to NYC and New Jersey is a plus

Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is perfect for anyone looking to supplement their income with a flexible weekday role. If you're friendly, tech-savvy, professional, and love helping others—this is for you!

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Balfour & Co. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national or disability, or protected veteran status.