Social Media Internship
Overview
Newsday Media Group
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 & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or aspiring to have one; newsroom experience is a huge plus
- Expert user of Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X and Facebook
- Exceptionally strong headline writing
- Must be an expert on memes and other trending societal norms on social media
- Knows 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 settings
- Sharp writing skills and solid copy-editing skills
- Strong analytical skills to respond to data in real time and help guide our social media strategy
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to work a flexible and varied schedule
- Reliable 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 details
- 10 Weeks
- $20 hourly rate
- 20 hours per week
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Job Nature
Internship
Job Location
Melville - NY