Social Media Intern

POSITION TITLE
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Social Media Intern (Marketing Department)

CLASSIFICATION
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Intern (non-credit bearing)

The Marketing Intern position is intended to give a college student or recent graduate practical experience managing social media profiles, including content creation, scheduling, monitoring, and evaluation. Training provided.

Objectives:
Assist the student’s development of social media management skills, including how to incorporate branding guidelines, match existing tone and voice, and create/edit photos and videos.

Applicants should submit: 1. a cover letter explaining your interest in social media in general and in this position specifically; 2. a resume outlining your experience; and 3. a list of any social media channels you have managed or links to content you have created.

• Location:
  
  Onsite (126 S. State St, Westerville, OH 43081) and online

• Working with the Marketing team to maintain Facebook, Instagram, and Linked In profiles.
• Develop original content such as written messaging, videos, photos, GIFs and graphics specifically for the library’s social media profiles.
• Monitor social media platforms and recommend content to share.
• Foster engagement with the library’s audiences on all social media platforms.
• Make recommendations for improvement.
• Incorporates branding and key messages in social media campaigns, matching tone and voice with existing brand.
• Recommend campaigns and policies that align with the library’s strategic plan and core values.
• Utilize editorial calendar to schedule content and promotions.
• Attend selected events/programs and provide real-time updates to customers.

• 2 years of post-secondary education completed. One of the following degree tracks are preferred: marketing, journalism, media communication, public relations, literary studies, or creative writing.
• Knowledge of marketing fundamentals, communication practices, and SEO concepts.
• Experience in managing various social media platforms, including but not limited to Facebook, X, Instagram, and You Tube.
• Familiarity of social media management platforms such as Hootsuite, Buffer, or Later.
• Preferred Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Photography, videography, , Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, or similar.
• Ability to read and write English proficiently.
• Ability to interact with staff and the public in a consistent, friendly, and courteous manner.
• Commitment to quality customer service.
• A positive attitude and a willingness to accept direction.
• Proven ability to multi-task.

• Technology:
  Demonstrates strong understanding of basic computer skills coupled with an ability to quickly learn library-provided equipment and software.
• Teamwork:
  The ability to work collaboratively with others to achieve department goals.
• Inclusion:
  Commitment to interact appropriately, fairly, and equitably with all; the ability to demonstrate and foster respect for all individuals and points of view.
• Ethics:
  Commitment to the Ohio Ethics Law and the basic ethics and values of library service.
• Intellectual Freedom:
  The understanding and support of the library's role in providing free and equal access to ideas, information, resources, and services, from all points of view, without restriction, to every individual.

• While performing duties of internship the individual typically handles office equipment, objects, or controls and frequently communicates with others. Duties require minimal physical exertion, including bending, kneeling, stooping and standing.
• The majority of the work is performed in an office setting or online.

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The Westerville Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.