Social Media & Content Creation Internship (Tampa, FL)

Must Be in Tampa, Florida - Do Not Apply if Out of State 

Elite Podcast Studio | Odessa, Florida (Tampa Bay)

Job Type: Paid Internship, Part-Time 

Work Location: On-site, 2509 Success Drive, Odessa, FL 33556

Pay: $15.00 per hour

College Credit: Eligible, subject to school requirements

Term: Starts immediately

About the Internship

Elite Podcast Studio is hiring one Social Media & Short-Form Video Intern to help produce short-form content and manage and grow our social media presence, with a primary focus on Instagram. This is a paid, part-time, in-person internship at our studio in Odessa, Florida. You will learn how scroll-stopping short-form video is planned, filmed, edited, published, and measured, and you will apply what you learn to real accounts under the guidance of our team. The program includes structured training, mentorship, and portfolio-building opportunities.

About Elite Podcast Studio

Elite Podcast Studio is a Tampa Bay podcast studio and full service video production facility built for entrepreneurs, executives, creators, and brands who take their content seriously. Beyond podcast production, we support short-form content, video production, executive personal branding, interviews, educational content, and corporate media. Inspired by the energy of Dubai and grounded in the principle of Unreasonable Hospitality, we combine professional production standards with an exceptional client experience.

What You Will Learn and Do

Under the guidance and mentorship of the Elite Podcast Studio team, the intern will:

-Help manage the studio's Instagram account, including posting Reels, carousels, and daily Stories

-Create Stories that use engagement features such as polls, questions, and location tags

-Film short-form video and photo content in the studio and on set, including phone-shot, behind-the-scenes content

-Cut podcast episodes and long-form interviews into short clips, typically 15 to 30 seconds, built around a strong opening hook

-Edit clips with captions, dynamic framing, b-roll, and clean audio, and export them in 9:16, 1:1, and 16:9 formats

-Repurpose and cross-post content to Facebook, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and LinkedIn

-Research trending sounds, formats, and niche trends, and adapt them to the studio's brand

-Review Instagram analytics, including watch time, retention, reach, and engagement, and help report what is working

-Contribute ideas in content planning and strategy sessions

-Learn account best practices such as security settings, professional account setup, and account status checks

-Support podcast and video production days in a client-facing environment

AI & Social Media Training

AI is an important part of our workflow, and the intern will receive hands-on exposure to AI-assisted tools for content ideation, hook and caption writing, script development, editing workflows, content repurposing, and performance analysis. No advanced AI experience is required. We are looking for someone curious about using these tools responsibly and effectively.

Who We Are Looking For

You do not need to be an experienced social media manager to apply. Training and mentorship are provided. We are looking for candidates who are:

-Active Instagram and short-form video users who understand how people watch and scroll

-Interested in social media management, content creation, video editing, marketing, or communications

-Interested in learning editing tools such as CapCut, Premiere Pro, or similar software

-Curious about analytics and what makes content perform

-Dependable and able to arrive on time for scheduled hours

-Willing to receive feedback and apply direction

-Able to communicate professionally with clients, guests, and colleagues

Comfort appearing on camera is a plus but not required.

Schedule & Location

This internship is fully in person at Elite Podcast Studio, 2509 Success Drive, Odessa, FL 33556. Candidates must be able to reliably commute to the studio for their scheduled hours. The internship begins immediately, and part-time scheduling can be coordinated around college classes and other academic commitments.

Compensation

This is a paid internship at $15.00 per hour. Interns will be paid for all hours worked in accordance with applicable federal and state wage and hour requirements. There are no fees or payments required to apply for or participate in the internship.

College Credit

This internship may be eligible for college or university credit. Elite Podcast Studio will work with participating students and their schools to complete reasonable internship documentation when applicable. College enrollment is not required unless needed for the candidate's individual credit arrangement.

What You Can Gain

-A portfolio of published short-form content and approved project work

-Hands-on experience managing a business Instagram account

-Practical skills in hooks, editing, captions, trends, and analytics

-Experience with professional cameras, lighting, and audio

-Practical experience with AI-assisted content tools

-Exposure to entrepreneurs, executives, and creators who use the studio

-Mentorship from professionals in media production and business

How to Apply

Apply through LinkedIn with your resume. You may also include links to your Instagram, TikTok, or other content you have created or edited. Prior published content is welcome but not required. Applications are reviewed as they are received. 

Elite Podcast Studio is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law