Social Media Internship
Newsday Media Group - Melville, New York, us, 11775![Newsday Media Group](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Overview
The Social Media intern produces content creation for TikTok, Instagram and YouTube, collaborating with the newsroom and NewsdayTV.
• Will be expected to help assist in the overall engagement and sourcing across all social platforms with an emphasis on growing our Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok pages
• Assisting with social content creation (IG Stories, feed posts, Reels/TikToks/Shorts)
• Lives and breathes social media and industry trends/able to adapt to the ever-changing algorithms
• Has video editing experience and can repackage NewsdayTV content with a social-first, vertical strategy
• Knowledge of Instagram feed post creation apps such as Canva, Adobe Express, etc.
• Helps with optimizing videos for TikTok and YouTube with keyword research and platform search strategy
• Community engagement with promoting content in Facebook groups, etc.
Essential Job Knowledge & SkillsBachelor's degree in relevant field or aspiring to have one; newsroom experience is a huge plusExpert user of Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X and FacebookExceptionally strong headline writingMust be an expert on memes and other trending societal norms on social mediaKnows how to engage with a local audience, such as through Facebook Groups, community groups, etc.Must be comfortable and articulate on camera in both live and prepared settingsSharp writing skills and solid copy-editing skillsStrong analytical skills to respond to data in real time and help guide our social media strategyExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work independentlyAbility to work a flexible and varied scheduleReliable transportation to and from various locations across Long Island
Physical Requirements
• Must possess a driver's license in good standing and a means to travel to various locations throughout Long Island.
Internship details10 Weeks$20 hourly rate20 hours per week
Newsday Media Group is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and incumbents are selected, placed, trained, compensated and promoted without regard to actual or perceived sex, race, color, age, national origin, citizenship, marital or domestic partner status, military/veteran status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, religion or religious creed, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, Newsday Media Group provides a reasonable accommodation for applicants/incumbents with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources if you require a reasonable accommodation.