Summer Internship (Social Media)
About Jasper Paul PR & Marketing:
Jasper Paul PR & Marketing is a full-service public relations and marketing firm with a specialization in the hospitality industry. Our genuine intrigue for food, travel and beer, wine & spirits allows us to ask the right questions and deliver creative ideas to showcase our clients' passions and impact their businesses. We dig deep to tell our clients' stories in their own true, authentic voice. We connect them with like-minded partners on a local and national level. We work hard, and have a little fun along the way.
What We’re Looking For…
Important qualities:
- Strong communication and writing skills*
- Detail-driven, organized, and forward-thinking attitude
- Drive and excitement for the hospitality industry*
- Ability to work independently by setting own personal deadlines and goals
- Creative thinker that works well in a collaborative team environment
- Genuine passion for hospitality, food, travel, etc. It always helps to have real-world experience of the hospitality industry, but it doesn’t have to be fancy!
- Interest in writing. Think AP-style with a creative voice. We look for writers who use active voice with descriptive language to bring our clients’ stories to life.
- Knowledge of Social Media. We look for individuals who will bring ideas to the table for engaging content on platforms of Facebook, Instagram, TikTok as well as e-communications such as newsletters. We will particularly look for individuals with an interest in developing Reels and TikToks.
- Experience in Google Drive & Adobe (not necessary, but appreciated). For drafting of materials in Google Docs, Slides and Sheets; as well as for basic editing needs of photography, video as well as creation of collateral and ad materials.
- A Person for People (Not Just a People Person): We are in the business of service to our clients, and we do so by forming lasting relationships with them. We ask questions, we stay intrigued, we get to know them outside of the kitchen. We look for individuals who want to embrace this intrigue and genuine interest by being outspoken, professional, positive and polite.
Social Media Intern: While you will learn several of the same tasks listed above, your primary role will be working closely with our social media team to:
- Assist in monitoring comments, questions, stories, etc. across client platforms
- Develop copy for client social media posts
- Attend client content shoots and create content (photography, reels, TikToks)
- Develop shot lists for content shoots
- Develop strategic content calendars
- Competitor analysis as well as overall research of trending topics, sounds, content, etc. across platforms
Details:
- $3,000 stipend
- 10-week internship (May-August; will not be expected to work during 4th of July)
- 3 days per week from Tuesday-Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- In-person at our Jasper Paul Offices (602 W. Kirkham Avenue) to learn from our team
- Internship for credit hours available