Communications Intern - Social Media Content Production (AY25-26 902257)

Middlebury College

Middlebury, VT

Internship

Intern

29k-30k

11 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Middlebury Marketing and Communications Office is looking for a student with excellent communication and storytelling skills to support content production, with a particular focus on social media. The role involves collaborating with the team to generate engaging content about student life, campus culture, academic programs, and other Middlebury topics. The position is on-site, part-time, and offers compensation at the Level A rate on the Midd student wage scale: $14.01 - $14.43 per hour.

Key Responsibilities

Meet with senior social media strategist for weekly planning sessions.
Attend campus events to capture photo and video content for Middlebury's official social media accounts.
Deliver quick-turnaround content for use on platforms including Instagram Stories, TikTok, Reels, and LinkedIn.
Capture high-quality photos and video footage around campus that align with the Middlebury brand tone and voice.
Edit video content for various platforms using Adobe Premiere Pro (training and support provided).
Assist in writing engaging captions and selecting platform-appropriate music and copy.
Collaborate in identifying upcoming events and campus moments worth covering.
Stay informed about student interests, trends, and community happenings.
Pitch creative ideas and series that reflect student life and resonate with peers.
Track social media trends and suggest ways to adapt them for Middlebury's audience.

Requirements

Must have demonstrated skill with video shooting and editing, and photography.
Must be able to attend select campus events—occasionally on nights and weekends.
Eligibility to work as a student employee during the semester, with restrictions based on visa status and financial aid.
Ability to work no more than 20 hours per week during the academic year, with exceptions during certain recess weeks when up to 40 hours are permitted.