Careers

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Always A Positive Image is currently hiring for Interns for the 2009 season. To be considered for
permanent employment, one must first serve as an intern with our company. If you wish to be considered
for an internship, please review the qualifications, requirements and overview of the program below before
submitting your resume. Our office is located in Jenkintown, PA (Montgomery County) and is public
transportation accessible.

Due to the overwhelming number of requests received daily, we ask that you refrain from contacting us by
phone.

Requests for apprenticeships are accepted on a rolling basis; however, we only offer one apprenticeship
per event.

If interested, please submit your resume via one of the following:

Email - careers@alwaysapi.com
Mail - Always A Positive Image,att: Human Resources, P.O. Box 192, Jenkintown, PA 19046

Thank you for your interest

             Always A Positive Image is an equal opportunity employer

Candidates for any of the programs we offer must meet the following minimum qualifications to be
considered:

* Must be at least 18 years or older
* Must have a High School Diploma/GED or higher (college degree or event planning certification is a plus)
* Must possess excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
* Must have strong organizational skills and proven attention to detail
* Ability to work in a fast paced environment with strict deadlines
* Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel (Internet research is required)
* Must be available to work weekends (flexible) and work between 8-12 hours (varies per event)
* Must provide own transportation, tolls, gas, accommodations and airfare
* Must be assertive, hard working, creative, energetic, able to think quickly on their feet and able to work
independently or in a group setting.
* Previous experience is not necessary but is a plus
* Applicants must go through a series of interviews (phone and/or panel interview)
* Must submit an essay (50-100 words) as to why you want to pursue a career in the Wedding/Event
Planning industry.
* Interested parties can apply by forwarding their resumes (Word or PDF formats only) to
careers@alwaysapi.com. Inquiries will be handled by Dawn T. Adams, Director of Administration.

INTERNSHIPS

Internships are designed for new and aspiring individuals who are dedicated to starting a career in the
Wedding/Event Planning Industry. Internships are non-paid and require a one year commitment
(minimum). Rotations can be extended or interns may be offered a permanent part time position after
successful completion. The program includes the following opportunities:

* Hands-on event coordination and management experience from beginning to end ( including initial sales
meetings, client meetings, visiting and contact venues, vendor meetings, fittings, planning sessions,
team meetings to final meetings and walk through.)
* Learning to create and develop themes, event design, staging and more.
* Performing administrative tasks as needed (including answer phones, preparing sales packages, event
set up and breakdown, assisting and working directly with clients, etc.)
* Candidates will have an option of working weddings and/or social events
* Candidates accepted as in interns may sign up for as many events as their schedule permits.
* Interns will be required to keep a journal, submit mini-projects, learn to develop a portfolio, attend
training and seminars and submit a final project. The final project will be consist of a written, verbal and
design element.
* After successful completion of the program, the intern will receive a certificate, letter of recommendation
and will receive preferred consideration for employment opportunities.

APPRENTICESHIPS

The Apprenticeship program is designed for newly established planners who have their own business but
desire a hands-on experience with a seasoned Wedding Professional. Previous course study is advised.
The Apprenticeship program allows a candidate to participate in   two weddings or one wedding and one
social event with our company. Applicants are not required to commit to working with our company. The
cost for this program is $1,000.00 and all fees are non-refundable (an installment payment plan is
available).

This program has a very selective screening program. We accept one apprentice per wedding/event.

The program includes the following opportunities:

* Attend final meeting with client to finalize timelines, planning, event design and decor, logistics and
production management of the entire event
* Final walk through of the venue
* Attending or participating in the team conference call/meeting to discuss event details, review of
staging/floor plan, vendors contact lists, etc.
* Work in the office to get a feel of the real "API experience". Experience how we communicate with
vendors and clients, confirm details, handle last minute emergencies, assist with assembling client
binders, etc.
* Attending the rehearsal, assist and interact with the bridal party and key wedding participants
* Assist with final preparations the night prior to the wedding
* Hands on experience with production set up (ceremony and reception), bridal prep, day of event
coordination and management and breakdown
* Assisting guests (as needed)
* Providing the Bride, Groom, Bridal Party and parents with service that is Always A Positive Image
* Follow up session where the apprentice will have an opportunity to ask event specific and general
questions and receive feedback about his/her performance
* The apprentice will be able to choose which events he/she would like to work and will receive a certificate
at the completion of the program.
* An Apprentice is asked to journal his/her experience and provide a two page summary of his/her
experience at the conclusion of the apprenticeship.
* After successful completion of the program, the apprentice will receive a certificate and letter of
recommendation.

The number of people interested in becoming a part of the wedding industry has soared in the last few
years. Please understand that this is not a hobby. This is a career and we take it very seriously.
Television has prompted a lot of interest because people think it's glamorous and fun. While what we do
is exciting, it is also very detail oriented and a lot of hard work.

If you are seriously interested in getting into this field, it is a must that you begin educating yourself about
the industry before applying for employment. After you have taken some courses, then it is important for
you to align yourself with professionals in the business and study as an intern and/or apprentice for at
least a year.

It is not enough to read a book, plan your own wedding or watch a wedding program and decide you want
to be a wedding planner. Becoming a planner is more than taking a course, picking out a name and
purchasing business cards. I am not trying to dissuade anyone from pursing the career, I am being
honest and want you to understand that this is a serious commitment and requires sacrifice. If you are
ready to embark on one of the most rewarding careers there are, we welcome you to explore our
programs outlined below.

Deidre Gray, President/Lead Consultant

WORDS OF ADVICE

INTERNSHIPS/APPRENTICESHIPS