Intern - Social Media

Job Description

The Social Media intern will support the PBS social media team in identifying and producing content from PBS programs designed for social media platforms. This internship provides a unique opportunity for a passionate individual to gain hands-on experience in video production and social media management for America's most-trusted media organization.

Time Commitment: 30 hrs./week, May 28, 2024 – August 23, 2024

Undergraduate students receive $15/hour, graduate students receive $17/hour

Key Responsibilities/Projects:
• Screen PBS programs and clips to identify
opportunities for timely , relevant social media content that enhances the PBS brand across our key genres and demonstrates the value of PBS PASSPORT as a member benefit.
• Conceptualize, produce and edit short-form vertical video content tailored for social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok , and YouTube. Ensure videos are
optimized for each platform, considering aspect ratios, captions, PBS social branding policies and other platform-specific requirements.
• Collaborate with the social content, engagement and digital teams to develop creative concepts that align with PBS's mission and values.
• Assist in managing PBS's social media accounts, including content scheduling, posting, and engagement.

Skill Intern Will Acquire:
• Advanced video editing and production skills for social media platforms
• Understand the creative process of a trusted media brand
• Collaboration within a fast-paced creative workplace
• Opportunity to bolster portfolio with content published to millions of social followers

Skills Required
• Strong interest in social media, video production, and public broadcasting.
• Proficient in video editing software (Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, etc.).
• Familiarity with social media platforms and trends.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative thinker with the ability to generate innovative ideas for content.

PBS is a membership organization that, in partnership with its member stations, serves the American public with programming and services of the highest quality, using media to educate, inspire, entertain, and express a diversity of perspectives. PBS empowers individuals to achieve their potential and strengthen the social, democratic, and cultural health of the US

PBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with the EEOC and the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gm0532-216-73-216-164-42 in your application.