With Who: BagValet
Location: Charleston, SC
Dates: Summer 2021 (5/3/21 – 8/2/21)
Compensation: $600 per month
Position Summary: (This is a paid internship.) We are seeking a Social Media Intern that is a highly motivated, creative individual with experience and a passion for connecting with current and future customers. This position has the responsibility of building and engaging our community on a daily basis with the ultimate goal of turning fans into customers by communicating the company’s brand in a positive, authentic way that will attract buyers. As well as creating a deliberate and intentional social media strategy that delivers results through organic and paid advertising. The strategy will build and grow brand awareness and create a positive online reputation. The social media funnel will cultivate leads that will convert to sales.
Interns will support the daily marketing efforts of BagValet, a local luggage storage company that’s redefining the way visitors experience Charleston. Our goal is to provide travelers with upfront knowledge & brand awareness of our unique services that can help maximize their stay.
Must be available 10-12+ hours per week in order to qualify. Office hours are M-F, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. This is a remote position, with virtual management and occasional in-person meetings with the local team. This internship is paid + bonus for hitting set goals.
Responsibilities:
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Support daily operations and broader strategic content plans for the blog, including curating content, writing original stories, pitching content ideas, etc.
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Support social media efforts including creating original content, drafting and scheduling posts, curating photos, monitoring user engagement and analytics, research, and more.
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Support website management including uploading and updating content.
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Research engagement opportunities (events, marketing, influencers).
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Research and update best practices for email marketing and social media.
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Assist in community outreach including attending and covering events to introduce the brand to local businesses and influencers.
Qualifications/Skills:
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Passion for the local travel and hospitality industry
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Degree or pursuit of degree in Communications or other related field
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Excellent knowledge of social media platforms, especially Instagram, FB, & LinkedIn
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Working knowledge of social media analytics
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Experience creating social media content calendars
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Proactive, entrepreneurial approach
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Creative mindset
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Strong written and verbal communications skills
Application Deadline: April 26, 2021 at 12:00 PM.
Apply (or request more information): Submit your application via the CofC Handshake portal by the deadline!