College Promotions Specialist
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Posted: February 5, 2026
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Quick Summary
We're hiring a College Promotions Specialist to join our team in the Harrisburg area, where you'll be responsible for promoting our graduation services to high school students and families.
Required Skills
Job Description
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.