SOCIAL MEDIA INTERN

The Pittsburgh Sports Report (PSR) is looking for an intern for Fall 2016 to provide assistance and coordination of social media content for our print and digital publications and website. The intern will work primarily with PSR’s High School Football Game of the Week (GOTW) program. The GOTW program consists of several games each Friday from September through October.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Work in partnership with PSR and the company’s advertisers, sponsors and partners to coordinate information and promotion of the GOTW.

 

Additional promotion may be required for non-GOTW articles and/or events, as well as working with advertisers, sponsors and partners to develop/maintain digital relationships.

 

PSR partners include Co-Go’s, United Health Care, Allegheny Health Network, PA Cyber Charter School, PNC, Peoples Natural Gas, Fed Ex Ground and others.

 

Research:

1. Identify social media accounts of PSR partners, sponsors, advertisers, local teams, schools and/or players
2. Create, maintain and update readily accessible file of social media accounts

 

Social Media Activity:

1. Work with PSR editor to promote GOTW events during the week.
2. Compile photo albums on social media following each GOTW. This work must be done over the weekend and be ready to “go live” by Monday morning at 7 AM.
3. Disseminate PSR digital/online stories and/or photographs via social media platforms
4. Disseminate press releases & other content through PSR social media platforms
5. Live tweeting, re-tweeting & other event-specific activities across social media platforms

 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Background in social media, sports and marketing
• Knowledge and understanding of marketing research, demographics and analytics
• Self-starter with high energy and drive is a must
• Older, more experienced students are preferred but not necessary

 

TO APPLY

• Email a cover letter with brief background information, qualifications and reasons for applying; along with a resume, to:

 

Tony DeFazio, Editor

tdefazio@psrpt.com

 

• Please include the subject line: SOCIAL MEDIA INTERNSHIP

 

Position starts in early/mid-August 2016 and runs through the end of the calendar year.

Videographer Job Description

Thank you so much for taking the time on Wednesday to meet with Carli and I about the summer internship and job opportunities at Camp Canadensis this summer!  We are very excited about reaching out to the Point Park students and seeing if we can create a relationship for summer 2016 and beyond.

 

Attached to this email is the Canadensis Today Show Job Description, and here is the link to the sample Today Show we looked at in your office: http://www.canadensis.com/why-canadensis/the-canadensis-today-show/

 

Let me know if there is other information I can share at this point.  I look forward to hearing from you, and interested students in the future.

 

Pam Malter

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Director at Camp Canadensis

www.canadensis.com

484-674-1941

Description

Kennywood Park is searching for a group of motivated students to serve as Public Relations/Social Media interns during the 2016 season! Kennywood, founded in 1898, is one of America’s most iconic traditional amusement parks and one of the most recognizable brands in Western Pennsylvania. Interns will learn from and assist the Director of Public Relations and the Marketing Department at large in managing Kennywood’s growing social media presence, working with media professionals covering Kennywood, and assisting in various events held at Kennywood throughout the summer season.

The interns who join the Kennywood PR team will receive an on-the-ground training in managing the reputation of one of the most treasured institutions both in the Pittsburgh area and the amusement industry.  Applicants to this position must exhibit excellent work ethic and communication skills, demonstrate creativity, and understand the importance of attending to even the smallest details. This internship coincides with Kennywood’s operating season, which runs from May – September. This is an unpaid internship, though interested individuals can work in a seasonal role at Kennywood concurrent with the internship.

Responsibilities

• Monitor all forms of media
• Monitor and engage with social media users discussing and interacting with the Kennywood brand
• Assist Director of Public Relations in schedule and coordinate speaking engagements, appearances, photo shoots, and other special events
• Create and schedule content for Kennywood social media platforms
• Write press releases and other materials
• Screen phone calls
• Assist with mailings, print production
• Create interview preparation materials
• Compile contact lists
• Create or update databases
• Greet guests and clients

Requirements

Students applying for this internship must have strong communication skills and should be majoring in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing or Journalism. Applicants should also have strong writing skills, as well as a solid understanding of social media. Current students will preferably have at least sophomore standing. The public relations intern will be mentored and work alongside the principals of Kennywood’s Sales, Marketing & Public Relations Department. The Director of Public Relations & Social Media will help the intern prioritize tasks and focus on multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. Preference will be given to current or former Kennywood Team Members studying the fields listed above.

 

Nick Paradise

Director of Public Relations & Social Media

4800 Kennywood Blvd.

West Mifflin, PA 15122

412-461-0500 ext. 1176

nick.paradise@kennywood.com

www.twitter.com/Kennywood_PR

www.kennywood.com

 

 

Title: Public Relations Intern                                                                         Status: Internship (unpaid)

Reports: Reports to Director of Public Relations                                           Period: January – May 2016

 

Summary

The Public Relations Intern will assist Veterans Leadership Program’s (VLP) communication efforts with the goal to attract and retain new clients, donors and volunteers by increasing our media and online presence. For the past 33 years, Veterans Leadership Program of Western Pennsylvania has been the premier nonprofit organization that provides housing and employment services to local veterans living in the 18-county region. The Public Relations Intern will receive valuable work experience to add to his/her resume and portfolio.

 

Requirements

• Completed or working towards a degree in English, Marketing/Communications, Advertising/Public Relations, Multimedia Design or other related major. Interests in working for a nonprofit preferred
• Understanding of the basic principles of public relations and/or marketing and firm grasp of available tools and platforms in the social media space
• Must be computer literate in Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Photoshop highly desired
• Knowledge of HTML, website content management and graphic design a plus
• Previous internship or related experience in marketing or communications a plus
• Excellent organizational, oral/written communication and time management skill
• Display professional appearance in accordance with agency policy
• Commitment to cultural sensitivity and respect for differences
• Commitment to the continuous improvement of service quality and the organization’s mission

 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, writing and implementing content for e-newsletters, blogs and social media
• Update and maintain VLP’s social media presence including daily monitoring, posting, scheduling and analyzing data
• Design graphics for website, social media posts and blog posts as well as any flyers needed for agency events
• Update VLP’s current website and assist with the creation of VLP’s new website
• Assist with drafting, distributing and pitching news releases, media alerts and other stories
• Assist with creating marketing materials and planning awareness and giving campaigns
• Assist with creating and implementing VLP’s marketing plan for its annual fundraising event, A Tribute to Veterans
• Conduct research about Veterans issues and track media coverage and social media conversation of these topics
• Other tasks as assigned by Public Relations Director

 

Conditions of Employment

• Criminal history and Act 33 and Act 34 clearances.
• Position requires a valid PA driver’s license and good driving record.

 

To apply:

Please send a cover letter, resume, 2 writing samples and 2 design samples to:

 

Robin Rectenwald

Director of Public Relations

Veterans Leadership Program of Western Pennsylvania, Inc.

info@vlpwpa.org

 

Deadline for internship application:  January 3, 2015

 

Veterans Leadership Program of Western Pennsylvania, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Tribune-Review seeks interns

 

The Tribune-Review and TribLIVE.com seek applicants for paid news internships during summer 2016.

 

Positions are available in news reporting, sports reporting, copy editing, multimedia graphics and photography.

 

Most internships are based in the Pittsburgh newsroom on the city’s North Shore, between PNC Park and Heinz Field; some are with the Tribune-Review newsroom in Greensburg or the Valley News Dispatch newsroom in Tarentum. Regardless of where they are based, interns are expected to produce quality work and coverage ideas worthy of prominent display online and in print.

 

Internships typically last 11-13 weeks, depending on the student’s school schedule. A car and valid driver’s license are required. Applicants must have completed at least their sophomore year in college. Recent graduates and graduate students are eligible.

To apply, indicate which type of internship interests you most. Email cover letter, resume and work samples to internships@tribweb.com. Writers should submit a maximum of six clips; photographers should provide 10 single images, a photo story and a video; artists should provide samples of work appearing online and in print; copy editors should include headline and layout samples and, if possible, before and after samples of stories they’ve edited.

 

For files too large to email, submit web links or send CD/DVD to News Internships, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, Third Floor, 503 Martindale St., Pittsburgh, PA 15212.  Application deadline is Jan. 15, 2016.

 

Student Internship: Digital video Director/Producer

• This is a summer internship at Point Park, with the Wrinkled Brain Project. The student will serve as director and producer for filming and production of video content for a film-based education product that will be seen by children throughout the Pittsburgh region and beyond. 
• Required skills:
  • studio lighting, digital video, and sound recording
  • green screen video production and editing
  • some video directing experience or interest
• Students interested in video production and editing are encouraged to apply

CONTACT

Brendan Mullan, Ph.D.

Director of Science, The Wrinkled Brain Project

National Geographic Emerging Explorer

919 Beech Ave #2 | Pittsburgh, PA, 15233

Twitter: @BrendanLMullan | @WrinkledBrains

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/WrinkledBrainProject

Creative Services Intern Deloitte’s One Team Creative Services (OTCS) group produces multimedia, video, animation, presentations, marketing materials, client deliverables, and proposals that must be error-free and of professional quality, meeting Deloitte’s brand standards. The graphic design intern will assist in creative design, formatting, production, and delivery of rich media projects, professional-level presentations, animation, proposals, reports, marketing materials, and other corporate collateral. This position requires proficient experience in multiple software packages and the ability to produce work consistently and accurately.   Position Responsibilities Complete graphic design projects as assigned by OTCS leads, including the following: Produce quality work in a fast-paced environment within an internal process-driven systems structure, meeting deadlines and client expectations for quality, creativity, and accuracy Design and format interactive content based on customer instruction Collaborate with customers and design professionals in order to produce effective and accurate work Work closely with other design professionals to solve problems and communicate resolutions Complete associated administrative tasks

 

Qualifications

Must be a Junior or Senior in a graphic design program (Portfolio should include samples of animation, multimedia projects, presentation design, marketing materials, and other design pieces that reflect capabilities) Knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, and Excel) Knowledge of Web standards such as HTML5, CSS3, jQuery, and javascript; ability to code and implement a variety of scripting solutions for Web pages a plus Knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Audition is a plus Team player with a positive attitude, strong verbal and written communication skills, and excellent interpersonal skills Able to follow directions, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and respond to urgent requests in a positive manner Good organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail. Able to organize projects and project files intuitively, giving someone unfamiliar with the project the ability to understand structure

Pittsburgh Musical Theater- Social Media Intern:

 

Social Media Intern Duties and Responsibilities:

 The social media intern requires accomplishing the following duties and responsibilities:

• Monitoring and improving the functionality of social media accounts that are already in existence.
• Posting blogs and articles, updating information on profile, monitoring and responding to various posts on different forums. Researching on the content that is to be published and creating new content as well.
• Researching on the competitors’ sites in order to identify their Marketing strategies.
• Searching for a new social media platform that could effectively reach the customer base of our company.
• Cataloging, tagging, indexing and writing the content of the social media sites.

 

Social Media Intern Education and Qualifications:

• Strong writing skill with proficiency to write every kind of content is highly desirable. Creative Flair for writing and strong grammatical skill.
• Proficiency in handling online network sites like, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Google, Instragram, Snap chat etc.…
• Ability to work in multi-tasking environment for regional theater company.
• Working towards degree in communications, media science, social media marketing

 

Additional Information:

 

We would like our intern to begin work in early January through April.  We are hoping for full commitment to our season.

 

 

 

 

 

Pittsburgh Musical Theater- Video Media Intern

 

Video Media Intern Duties and Responsibilities:

 Pittsburgh Musical Theater is looking for a part time video-intern to shoot, edit and help conceptualize video content for our upcoming 2015-2016 season. This is a great opportunity to build your portfolio, exercise creativity, and gain experience at a fast paced regional theater company.

Requirements’:

• 4 month internship based on production schedule February – April.
• Hours and schedule to be determined on a case-by –case basis
• Must have proper equipment to shoot high quality videos
• Must have editing and software to edit footage
• Must be self-starter, innovative, hard- working and diligent with deadlines.

Intern Education and Qualifications:

 Proficiency in handling online network sites like, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Google, Instragram, Snap chat etc.…

• Ability to work in multi-tasking environment for regional theater company.
• Working towards degree in communications, media science, social media marketing, experience with media production,

 

Additional Information:

 We would like our intern to begin work in early January through April.  We are hoping for full commitment to our season.

 

 

 

 

 

2016 PublicSource internship

PublicSource is an online news organization in Pittsburgh, providing Pennsylvania citizens with in-depth information. We write stories to explain complex issues in the areas of criminal justice, the environment, health, and politics.

We collaborate with about 50 media partners across the state, including newspapers, radio, television and other online news providers. Last year, our most shared story reached nearly six million readers.

Our major stories are in-depth and use graphics, data, maps and investigative techniques to tell readers about news outside the breaking news of each day.

We’re looking for someone who can:

• Generate story ideas, comprehensively research the topics and identify sources.
• Approach a variety of sources, from top politicians to neighborhood advocates, on sensitive topics without hesitation.
• Write clearly and accurately and has an eye for opportunities to incorporate data, photos, graphics and video.
• Someone with solid organizational and time management skills.
• A team player who will jump into the mix of a small newsroom with enthusiasm and ideas.
• A detail oriented fact-checker who knows the appropriate way to source facts.
• Skills in editing, photography, video, data viz and other forms of multimedia and social media are a plus.

 

PublicSource is a nonprofit newsroom with a small team of dedicated journalists. We will ask an intern to contribute to writing some daily news posts and to fact-check other reporters’ stories. We will coach interns on forming in-depth story ideas and organizing and distilling mountains of information in an engaging way.

If reporting and writing isn’t your thing, we would entertain applications by students with skills in graphical design, coding, data analysis, photography, videography and marketing.

Our offices are at 477 Melwood Ave. in the Pittsburgh Filmmakers building, so we’re convenient to Oakland and on the bus line. If you’re interested in an internship, please contact Halle Stockton at hstockton@publicsource.org.