Marketing Content and Social Media Internship

Market Lubbock is looking for a creative and outgoing college student who wants to gain valuable, hands-on experience in planning, developing and executing strategic and compelling marketing and social media content to further the economic development of Lubbock.

Position Title: Marketing Content and Social Media Intern 

Hours: 20 hours per week. Flexible schedule.

Pay: $12 per hour

Duration: One semester

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·        Capture content in both photo and video formats using a professional camera or iPhone:

- at least 3 content shoots per week

- flexibility required, shoots can fall on nights or weekends

- promptly edit and produce content from shoot (some with same-day turnaround and others within 3 business days)

·        Edit photos and videos shot by the team or from historical content.

·        Posting on various social media platforms:

- can take trends and turn them into ideas

- create templates for stories

- create content and execute ideas quickly

·        Produce content graphics using Canva

- create elements and templates in Canva for marketing and social media efforts, following brand guidelines

·        Copywriting:

- AP Style

- Blogs, social media captions, website content, ad copy, etc.

- Adobe experience is a plus, Canva proficiency is a must

·        Assist with maintaining event calendars:

- Review and upload events to various website calendars

·        Performs other duties as assigned, such as organizing physical and digital marketing materials, mailing collateral, assisting with events and other miscellaneous administrative tasks. 

BENEFITS:

·        Gain practical experience and build a diverse portfolio.

·        Mentorship and training from experienced marketing professionals.

·        Opportunity to contribute to real marketing campaigns and see your work impact the organization and the community’s growth.

·        Flexible working hours.

·        College credit (if applicable).

QUALIFICATIONS:

·        Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently, while asking for feedback and clarification to ensure expected deliverables.

·        Experience in shooting and editing videos and photos for digital content.

·        Basic understanding of graphic design tools (e.g., Canva), video editing software (e.g., CapCut, Adobe Premiere, Edits) and photo editing software (e.g., Photoshop, Lightroom). 

·        Understanding of major social media platforms and their best practices. (i.e., Facebook, X, YouTube, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, LinkedIn)

·        Ability to work various hours, including some nights and weekends as needed.

·        Ability to stand, walk or sit for extended periods of time and to lift, push, pull or carry up to 20lbs.

·        Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license (mileage will be reimbursed).

·        Preferred: Have your own camera that can shoot video and photos.

TO APPLY: email your resume, portfolio/work examples and a 15-30 second example of a reel or TikTok to Natalia Moore at natalia@marketlubbock.org

Market Lubbock

1500 Broadway, 6^th Floor, Lubbock, Texas 79401

Market Lubbock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. A pre-employment drug test will be required.