Freelance Designer Needed to Amplify Social Presence and Promote LGBTQ Documentary Film

Hundred Fish Media is seeking a freelance designer to amp up its social media presence to promote a documentary film 10 years in the making!  If you are passionate about social issues and an ally of the LGBTQ+ community, this is an exciting opportunity for someone working on their degree in media or film.

Responsibilities:

  • Work with the Director and Editor to brainstorm ideas and create social media reels, posts, stories, etc
  • Develop eye catching and thumb-stopping social media posts
  • Support the growth of followers and engagements through the creation of engaging visual content

Qualifications:

  • Strong understanding of creative design programs, including motion graphics and animation  (Adobe or similar)
  • Dynamic portfolio including a variety of graphics, animations, and video for social media
  • Bonus: experience managing campaigns across Instagram, Facebook and TikTok
  • Bonus: experience with social media analytics and reporting tools

Attributes:

  • Out of the box creative thinker
  • Passion for supporting the LGBTQ community and being an ally for diversity, inclusion and equality
  • Organized with high attention to detail

Compensation: $16-$18/per hour depending on experience, at up to 20 hours per month to start. Hours can be flexible, but must have ability to video chat with the team as needed.

https://www.instagram.com/transcendingfilm/

To apply, send resume, portfolio to:

Gene Fischer, Director, Hundred Fish Media

Gene@hundredfish.com

Hundredfishmedia.com

Digital Communications Intern Needed for Summer 2023 on Governors Island, NYC

Governors Island is a popular year-round destination located in the middle of New York Harbor. For almost two centuries, the Island was closed to the public, operating as a military base for the U.S. Army and, later, the Coast Guard. Today, an award-winning park is complemented by dozens of unique historic buildings, educational and cultural facilities, a rich arts and culture program, and a 22-acre National Monument managed by the National Park Service. Looking ahead, the Island is envisioned to be further activated as a resource for all of New York City, with expanded educational, nonprofit, and commercial facilities.

POSITION: Digital Communications Intern for summer 2023

The Trust for Governors Island seeks a Digital Communications Intern for summer 2023. Working closely with the entire Public Affairs team, which oversees communications, marketing, community engagement, and public programming for Governors Island, the Digital Communications Intern will support efforts to engage a diverse audience of New Yorkers during the Island’s busiest season. This is an exciting opportunity to work in one of New York City’s most dynamic public places and learn about nonprofit marketing and communications, community relations, public affairs, and placemaking.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Build and execute content to drive engagement across Governors Island’s social and digital marketing channels.
• Assist with collecting and analyzing social and other digital analytics to inform content strategy and development.
• Support the Public Affairs team in promoting Governors Island as an accessible and dynamic destination, including promoting its park, recreational activities, public programs, art installations, and food and beverage operators.
• Support staff with needs related to a wide variety of events and special activities and programs.
• Special projects as needed.

Applicants should be available to work in-person throughout the summer and should expect a start date in late May or early June.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:
• High school graduate or equivalent currently enrolled in a bachelor’s, associate, or certificate program with a focus on marketing, communications, journalism, public relations, urban planning, graphic design, or related fields.
• Senior Manager also considers non-traditional interns who are looking to re-enter the workforce or change careers; this may include those who have previously graduated from college.

Experience:
• Experience and success developing, creating, and executing engaging content for social media, email campaigns, and websites in a nonprofit or similar setting.
• Passion and interest in public space, New York City parks, climate justice, public art, and/or cultural programming.

Skills and Abilities:
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively, multi-task, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills—you’re a creative storyteller who can get audiences excited, break down complex ideas into engaging and easily digestible content, and tailor messaging based on audience and media type.
• Familiarity with developing content (in a professional or personal capacity) for social platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn.
• Familiarity with web management and email marketing tools, Adobe Creative Suite, and/or Canva a plus.
• Interest or experience in video production a plus.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint or similar software.

Salary: $18 per hour

Location and Schedule: All positions are located on Governors Island in New York City. Applicants should be available to work in-person until the Fall and can expect a start date in May or June.

TO APPLY
Please send a brief cover letter and resume as a single PDF document to jobs@govisland.org with “2023 Digital Communications Intern” in the subject line. No phone calls please.

All new hires must be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus unless they have been granted a reasonable accommodation for religion or disability. If you are offered employment with the Trust, this requirement must be met by your date of hire, unless a reasonable accommodation for exemption is received and approved by the Trust.

The Trust for Governors Island does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, genetic information, marital status, membership in an employee organization, military service, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, or other non-merit factor.

About Us

The Trust for Governors Island (the Trust) is a nonprofit corporation created by the City of New York. It is responsible for the redevelopment and operation of 150 acres of Governors Island. The Trust’s mission is to realize the full potential of Governors Island, demonstrating a bold vision for public space. For more information, visit www.govisland.org

How to Apply

Media Intern Needed for Campus Ministry & Food Pantry Spring 2023

Campus minister Allison Moore, with Chaplain Michelle Ledesma-Baer, director of the Student Christian Center, are seeking a communications/media intern to raise the visibility of the campus Food Pantry and expand progressive Christian ministry beyond the Food Pantry, into food sustainability, food justice, cooking classes, nutrition workshops, etc. 

Requirements:

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Ability to document work–all accounts, all passwords, necessary info to hand off to a new intern next semester
  • Be well-organized
  • Be attentive to detail

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Unpaid Social Media Internship Opportunity at Sojourner Truth Library for Spring 2023

The Sojourner Truth Library is seeking an unpaid social media intern for Spring 2023. A background in PR/marketing/media is encouraged as well as a basic knowledge of graphic design and photography. 

Qualifications:

  • Affinity for libraries and academia
  • Familiarity with Sojourner Truth Library services and materials
  • Prior knowledge of and experience with Instagram and/or TikTok

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Communication Prof. Choi to Introduce CMM393 – Talk, Technology and Society Course for Spring 2023

In a special topics course CMM393 Talk, Technology and Society, Professor SoeYoon Choi will explore issues surrounding human communication that are driven by the development and adoption of communication technology, such as the Internet, mobile phone, and artificial intelligence. 

Students will learn the role of technology use in rethinking privacy, equal opportunity, and happiness in this 3-credit course. See the Spring schedule for details. 

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Ulster County Habitat for Humanity is Taking Applications for a Social Media and Digital Marketing Intern

Ulster County Habitat for Humanity is seeking DMJ and/or Communication students for an unpaid social media and digital marketing internship for the 2022 Fall semester AND the 2023 Spring semester. 

Social media and digital marketing interns will assist the Affiliate Office and the ReStore with various tasks related to social media, digital marketing, and graphic design.  Continue reading

Social Media and Communication Student Volunteer Needed for New Paltz Refugee Nonprofit: Immediate Opening

New Paltz for Refugees (https://www.newpaltz4refugees.org/) is a grassroots, volunteer, non-profit group working with other agencies and NGOs to resettle those in need to our New York State, Hudson Valley community. The organization seeks a volunteer for the role of communications, public relations and volunteer outreach. New Paltz for Refugees is narrowing its attention to focus on 2 very needy families, one of which arrives here in the next few weeks, and the group will need much assistance. Having a student who can send out updates of progress and of the need for volunteers or donations would be so helpful as well as to deal with any media outreach.
The ideal candidate will have an interest in the subject of humanitarian aid, social justice and global social issues. The candidate is required to be proficient in writing, public relations and social media posting, as well as possess strong interpersonal relationship skills. Candidates will need to work independently, but also participate in team meetings and projects.

Send resume and cover letter to Arthur Zaczkiewicz at: zacfisherking@gmail.com.

This position will be volunteer this spring semester, but may become a summer internship for credit if they student needs academic credit.

https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/hudson-valley/news/2022/01/06/afghan-refugee-family-finds-a-new-beginning?fbclid=IwAR1oalrdTkMMBP1AgAumkXsllhoDrkJ_O39cm3FV8IX1DB4x_JX0eVSiKXQ#