Social Media Intern - New York City

What You'll Do

• Plan, storyboard, and produce vertical videos featuring local businesses (quick interviews, b-roll, day-in-the-life, product spotlights).
• Shoot mobile-first content and edit for Reels, TikTok, and Shorts (strong hooks, pacing, native text/effects, captions, thumbnails).
• Appear on camera or conduct on-camera interviews as needed; bring energy and clarity on screen.
• Write engaging captions tailored to each platform’s best practices and trends.
• Publish content and help manage a simple content calendar.
• Track performance with native analytics; summarize learnings and iterate.
• Cookordination with local businesses for filming logistics, permissions, and releases; follow brand/content guidelines.
• Create basic still graphics and thumbnails in Canva.
• Maintain organized media libraries (naming, storage, asset handoff).
• Practice accessibility-first publishing (captions, contrast, alt text).

What It Takes to Succeed

• You are a recent college graduate or pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training in the United States.
• You currently reside in NYC, have reliable transportation options, and are at least 21 years of age.
• You have the ability to work up to 12 hours per week, Monday through Friday.
• A portfolio or links to short-form videos you’ve shot/edited (TikTok, IG Reels, or YouTube Shorts).
• Comfortable appearing on camera and/or interviewing others on camera.
• Proficiency with a mobile editor (e.g., CapCut) or desktop tools (Premiere Pro, Final Cut, Rush).
• A strong grasp of social trends, hooks, native features, and basic SEO for social.
• Clear copywriting, attention to detail, and reliable follow-through on deadlines.
• Professionalism with business owners and the public; able to work independently in the field, including occasional evenings/weekends.

Nice to Have

• Basic design sense (typography, color, layout).
• Photography, light motion graphics, or experience with creators/community features.

What You'll Get

Compensation range for this position is $17.00 - $20.00 per hour.