Social Media Marketing Intern Job at Connecticut Innovations in Stamford

Are you ready to join Connecticut Innovation’s vibrant community of innovators? Connecticut Innovations (“CI”) is Connecticut’s strategic venture capital arm, and we are passionate about serving our portfolio of 220+ companies across various industries, with strengths in life sciences, technology, and climate tech.

Come join one of our quickly growing portfolio companies, Ellis Brooklyn as a Social Media Intern!

About the role

Ellis Brooklyn is an award-winning eco and clean fragrance brand available at Sephora, Ulta, Mecca Beauty and more. We're looking for an enthusiastic and detail oriented social media marketing intern to join us for winter program (start the week of Jan. 6, 2025).

Qualifications

• Interest in social media and particularly the beauty industry.
• Must be in their junior or senior year of university.
• Proficient knowledge of social media platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Threads, Pinterest, and LinkedIn
• Video editing skills and Adobe suite skills highly preferred
• Pursuing a degree in marketing and communications, or a similar field
• Creative thinking and eye for engaging content
• Aware of the latest trends within the beauty, luxury, and pop-culture landscapes
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment, able to take feedback
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Note this role reports to our Senior Influencer, Partnerships and Affiliate Manager and Social Media Marketing Coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Edit videos and other imagery and content.
• Understand the brand personality and voice of the company and translate that onto the TikTok and Meta platforms
• Find trending sounds and videos that can be implemented into digital platforms
• Create content as needed for certain content assignments.
• Stay up to date with the latest trends in social media and content marketing
• Be willing to adapt to changes in social media algorithms, trends, and platform features.
• Assist in editing, filming, or production of TikTok content as needed
• Pitch ideas and assist the Digital Marketing Coordinator in developing new social media campaigns and strategies to reach our audience
• Assist in the execution of social media advertising campaigns, if applicable.
• Conduct research to understand the company's target audience and their preferences.
• Use audience insights to tailor content and campaigns effectively.

Compensation

$18/hour, up to 30 hours a week

Schedules can be coordinated with our Sr. Manager of Influencer and Partnerships and will require in-office hours in our Stamford, CT office.

Ellis Brooklyn is dedicated to hiring a diverse workplace that celebrates an inclusive culture and a sense of belonging. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran status, genetic information or disability.

Health and Safety Statement:

The health and safety of you and the Ellis Brooklyn Team is important to us. Covid-19 vaccination will be required to work in our office.