What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications & Marketing Intern position at City of Lake Forest?
Under general supervision, the intern would assist the Communications and Marketing Division with:
- Social media coordination
- Content creation
- Photography and videography
- Basic photo and video editing
- Website updates
- Email newsletter content
- Community outreach
- City events
- Other communications projects
The ideal candidate should have prior photography and/or videography experience, understand basic camera functions, and be familiar with Canva and Adobe Creative Suite—particularly Premiere Pro and Photoshop.
The position may require occasional evening and weekend work for events and content gatherings.
Please see online job description for a more detailed description of specific job duties and qualifications.- Coordinate and schedule social media content.
- Draft social media captions and other short-form public information materials.
- Capture photos and videos at City events, programs, meetings, facilities, and other locations.
- Perform basic photo and video editing.
- Create and edit basic digital graphics in Canva.
- Organize and maintain digital media files.
- Monitor social media and identify questions or comments requiring staff follow-up.
- Assist with website updates and email newsletter content.
- Support community outreach and special events.
- Conduct research and assist with other communications projects.
Technical knowledge
Applicants should have knowledge of:
- Canva
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Adobe Photoshop
- Basic camera functions
- Photo composition and lighting
- Basic audio recording
- Photography and videography techniques
- Basic photo and video editing
- Social media platforms and digital content formats
Education and experience
Applicants must be a junior, senior, or graduate student, or possess a bachelor’s or master’s degree.
Preferred areas of study include:
- Communications
- Marketing
- Public relations
- Journalism
- Film
- Photography
- Videography
- Graphic design
- A related field
Applicants should have prior photography and/or videography experience and be comfortable operating a camera. Experience could come from coursework, employment, internships, volunteer work, or personal projects.
Experience with Canva, Premiere Pro, and Photoshop would be highly desirable.
Salary : $20 - $27