Apprentice

Company DescriptionLiz Ash L.L.C., based in the Washington, D.C.-Baltimore area, is a boutique creative studio led by award-winning creative director and luxury branding consultant Liz Ash. With over 15 years of expertise spanning fashion, jewelry, lifestyle, and wellness, Liz Ash transforms cultural insights into sharp branding, elevated identity systems, and compelling editorial storytelling. The studio is dedicated to crafting high-touch, strategic, and performance-driven branding and marketing solutions. Recognized for innovative approaches, Liz Ash creates cohesive brand ecosystems that are timeless, adaptable, and designed to captivate and inspire both emotional connections and customer loyalty.Role DescriptionThis is a part-time Apprentice role located in the Washington D.C.-Baltimore area. The Apprentice will support day-to-day creative projects, including assisting with brand strategy development, managing design elements, researching trends, and contributing to campaign execution. Responsibilities include preparing presentations, conducting market research, assisting in managing client deliverables, and collaborating on visual and content creation. Apprentices will have the opportunity to learn and grow under the mentorship of an experienced creative director in a fast-paced, design-driven environment.QualificationsStrong skills in design principles, visual identity creation, and familiarity with branding strategiesResearch abilities and an eye for current marketing and design trendsExcellent verbal and written communication skills with attention to detailProficiency in Adobe Creative Suite or similar design tools, and a willingness to learn other creative softwareAbility to thrive in a collaborative and innovative team environmentOrganizational skills to manage multiple projects and meet deadlinesBasic understanding of content creation and digital platforms; familiar with building branded campaignsPassion for creativity, branding, and luxury-focused industries; experience in these fields is a plusInnate Curiosity: A deep desire to understand the "why" behind human behavior and the "for whom" of design because at this studio, observation is education.Analytical Rigor: Strong analytical skills used to decode market intelligence, synthesize client data, and measure the KPIs that prove our strategy's financial efficacy.Unwavering Standards: A high level of organizational capability and a commitment to being thorough down to the last detail.Incredible Analysis: The ability to think critically and understand that a formula is worth ten thousand pictures.Master Communicator: Excellent professional communication skills and the ability to represent the brand's voice with clarity and purpose.Collaborative Grit: The ability to manage multiple priorities under healthy pressure while maintaining the brand's standard of excellence.Technical Literacy: Knowledge of Adobe Suite, Canva, and other creative platforms is a plus.Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a field that prizes both logic and aesthetics.Why Liz Ash Simply put: we love what we do. The team at LIZ ASH feels we were born to do this. We are the purveyors of #bts cool...we’re creative-blooded creatures. We live for the up-and-coming; we create for the future. We develop robust brands that will traverse and grow into - and with - the rapidly changing online world. We are lateral thinkers and creative junkies. We find new clients mostly through referrals - we’re fine to live behind the scenes. We’re exclusive in the right way. If we feel you’re not a good fit for us, we are happy to give you a good referral. When we see our clients’ brands grow and prosper, get noticed, and get credit, there’s no greater form of joy in the universe.