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Job Title: Publisher/Editor, Major Business Publication
Company: Franchise Marketing News (franchisemarketingnews.com)
Location: Remote / [Tampa, Florida]
Job Type: Internship (Part-time)
Compensation: [Paid/College Credit]
About Us
At Franchise Marketing News, we are the premier digital destination for the latest trends, strategies, and insights in the franchise industry. We help franchisors, franchisees, and marketers stay ahead of the curve through high-quality articles, industry news, and our signature podcast, Franchise Whispering.
The Role
We are looking for a creative, highly motivated, and organized Publisher/Editor to join our growing team. This internship offers hands-on experience in digital marketing, content creation, and multimedia distribution. If you have a passion for storytelling, a knack for engaging social media audiences, and an interest in the business of franchising, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
- Website Content Creation: Research, write, and publish engaging articles, blog posts, and news updates for franchisemarketingnews.com. Ensure all content is SEO-friendly and aligns with our brand voice.
- Social Media Management: Create compelling copy and visual assets for our social media channels (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram). Schedule posts and engage with our online community to drive brand awareness and traffic.
- Podcast Distribution: Manage the distribution and promotion of the Franchise Whispering podcast. This includes writing show notes, uploading episodes to hosting platforms, creating promotional audiograms/graphics, and pushing the content across all our digital channels.
- Content Strategy: Participate in editorial meetings, brainstorm new content ideas, and help develop campaigns to grow our digital footprint.
- Analytics & Reporting: Monitor and report on the performance of website content, social media posts, and podcast episodes to help optimize future strategies.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a degree program in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a strong eye for proofreading and editing.
- Familiarity with major social media platforms and social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer, Sprout Social).
- Basic understanding of content management systems (e.g., WordPress) and SEO best practices.
- Interest in podcasting; experience with podcast hosting/distribution platforms is a major plus!
- A self-starter mentality with the ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work independently in a remote environment.
What We Offer
- Hands-on Experience: Build a robust portfolio of published writing, social media campaigns, and podcast management.
- Mentorship: Work directly with seasoned marketing and franchise industry professionals.
- Flexibility: Flexible working hours designed to accommodate class schedules.
- Networking: Gain exposure to top leaders and innovators within the franchise marketing space.
How to Apply
Please send your resume, a brief cover letter, and 2-3 writing or social media samples to
[matt.g@mckayadvertising.com] with the subject line "Franchise Marketing News Internship - [Your Name]."
*** Franchise Marketing News is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply.