Tuesday, May 2, 2017

Friends of Lovers Key Graphic Design Internship

FRIENDS OF LOVERS KEY Summer Internship Opportunity

Sucessful candidate must be able to:


* conceptualize and implement graphic design campaign for FOLKS first annual calendar
* produce camera ready art for 36 page calendar (using InDesign software)
* organize and maintain content for 36 page calendar
* adhere to deadlines
* prepare complete calendar file for printing
* proof all work
* accept constructive feedback from and be responsive to project manager
* behave in professional manner

Job Description


FOLKS is looking to hire a talented graphic designer for a summer internship. Primary duty will be to create a camera-ready 4/c 36-page calendar. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: creating vendor ads, placing photographs, designing content pages, generating grid page layouts, producing print-ready file and coordinating file transfer with printer. Intern will work a minimum of 10 hours per week. Telecommuting likely.


Job Outcome


While working for college credit, this FOLKS intern will not only complete the internship with a fabulous portfolio piece, the student selected for this position will gain invaluable experience working for a high-visibility, local non-profit organization. Individual will have the opportunity to attend strategic meetings and present concept/design to park officials. Student will hone his/ her organizational and problem-solving skills while expanding creative thinking. In addition to creating the overall concept and individual page layouts, student will gain proficiency in minor editing and proofreading. Student will have exposure to budgeting, printing, project management and organizational processes. Furthermore, student will gain firsthand experience coordinating a print project from concept through to completion.

How to apply:

Submit cover letter, resume including GPA, major and software program experience, along with samples of work (school projects accepted) to:

Leslie Kern
12904 Glen Road
North Potomac, Maryland 20878
Questions: Call Leslie at 301.502.8186
Deadline:  May 19, 2017

Friday, March 24, 2017

Star 90.5 FM New Radio Station Seeks Interns


VOLUNTEER INTERNSHIP, with completion possible part-time employment

 

 Job Summary:

Exposure to a broad range of media/radio disciplines.

                                                                                                    

Responsibilities

• Rotates through various radio functions or focuses on one specific area, e.g., sales, programming, events, etc.

• Conducts research & analysis.

• Assists in general office tasks.

• Prepares & delivers reports as required.

• Learns job processes/requirements in assigned functions.

• Serves as an apprentice in assigned function.

• May work with other interns on projects.

• Assists in developing and broadening interest in Star 90,5FM

Qualifications

• Excellent written and spoken communication skills; active listening; effectively conveying information; ability to proofread & edit

• Planning & organizing: focusing on urgent and important tasks; avoiding procrastination; showing attention to detail; meeting deadlines

• Innovation & Creativity

• Leadership in peer relationships

• Ability to work independently and efficiently

• Flexibility & creativity; can adapt to shifts in priorities and urgencies

• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and social media platforms, e.g., Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, Instagram, Pinterest

• Interpersonal skills: collaboration with others

• Professionalism

Work Experience

• Work experience in media field a plus

• Career interest in media industry

Education

• Full-time undergraduates (rising Junior or Senior) at a four-year college

• Minimum 2.5 GPA

• Media field of study a plus, e.g., Communications, Marketing, Advertising, Broadcast Journalism

Certifications

• College/university transcript

• Letter from the student’s school stating that the student will be granted credit for the internship

                                                                                                     

Location

1401 Lee St. Suite C, Ft Myers, FL 33901

                                                                                                     

Position Type                                                                                             

Regular

Contact: General Manager: Jason Green (239) 601-1310 

                                                                                                    

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.


Internship will require the minimum required 135 hour served to receive 3 credit hours at Florida Gulf Coast University.


Depending on the length of the internship be it 10 or 15 weeks, the weeks will break down into 5 main focuses:  I,e, 2 weeks - Sales, 2 weeks - Programming, 2 Weeks - Promotions, 2 Weeks - Production 2 Weeks - Engineering, based on a 10 week internship, 3 weeks each if 15 weeks..  My goal is to provide hands on training by myself of operating a radiostation on a day to day experience.  The intern will be provided a test after every area of focus is complete (every 2-3 weeks) and one final test at the completition of the internship that must be passed with a score of 85% of 100% to earn the credited hours towards Florida Gulf Coast University.  As well they will have to complete all 135 hours required in the length of entire internship, be it 9-10 hours a week.  My schedule is flexible, however best time available for training are 12 Noon - 8pm Monday - Wednesday, Thursdays 10am-2pm and every other Saturday 12Noon - 8pm, Fridays are available if neccessary.  

 

Talk to you soon

Jason Green

GM - The All New Star 90,5FM The Peoples Station

239-601-1310


Non For Profit 501 (c)3

 

The student is not required to have any skill set or talent, just an interest in working in The Radio Broadcasting Industry as a career.

Thursday, March 23, 2017

Soukup Strategic Solutions, Inc. Seeks Communication Intern




 Company Name:  Soukup Strategic Solutions, Inc.

 Company Web Site:  http://www.SoukupStrategicSolutions.com 

 About Our Organization:  The mission of Soukup Strategic Solutions is to provide nonprofit organizations with practical support and strategies that will help them succeed in fulfilling their missions. 

 Job Location:  Some time will be spent at the Company’s office at 2640 Golden Gate Parkway, Ste. 112-A, Naples, FL. Meetings will be required at client offices and other locations throughout the community. The remainder of the work can be performed from home or campus.

 Time Commitment: The internship requires a minimum commitment of 200 hours.  The weekly schedule is flexible and will depend on the needs of the Company’s clients and the availability of the intern to perform the work. Therefore, hours and days of work will vary. Some weekends and holidays are required.  The intern will keep track of time spent using a Company timesheet.

 Salary Range: This is an unpaid internship.  However, a stipend will be provided to help with transportation and living expenses.
 
 Internship Description

 Purpose: Provide an experiential learning opportunity for students interested in corporate and nonprofit Communications. 

 Job Tasks: 

General
• Meet with supervisor
• Communicate with clients, vendors and Company employees by phone, email and in person
• Research information for use in communications
 • Prepare reports on work activities and progress toward learning objectives
• Keep track of and report time on Company timesheet
• Collaborate with other interns, volunteers and Company employees
• Other general duties in support of the Company’s communications strategies


Newsletters
• Assist in establishing e-marketing templates for Company and clients
• Enter contacts into e-marketing lists for Company and clients
• Assist Company and clients in syncing e-marketing programs with contact management systems
• Research content and write stories for e-newsletters
• Design e-newsletters for Company and clients, prepare them for distribution and submit to supervisor for approval
• Distribute approved e-newsletters
• Track and report e-newsletter response using analytics
• Assist in establishing templates for print newsletters for Company and clients
• Assist in preparing mailing lists for Company and clients
• Enter new contacts into contact management systems
• Research content and write stories for print newsletters
• Coordinate with printer for the production and mailing of the print newsletter and any inserts
• Other duties in support of newsletter planning, production and distribution

Blog
• Research content, write blog posts for Company and clients and submit to supervisor for approval
• Publish approved blog posts for Company and clients
• Other duties in support of blogging

Social Media
• Assist Company and clients in establishing and growing a following on their social media accounts, including but not limited to Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, Pinterest and Google+
• Research content, share images and write posts for Company and clients on their social media accounts
• Set goals for increasing social media presence for Company and clients
• Track and report progress using analytics
• Other duties in support of social media

Press Releases
• Prepare press releases for Company and clients and submit to supervisor for approval
• Distribute approved press releases to media contacts
• Update media contact lists for Company and clients
• Follow up with media contacts by phone and email
• Coordinate with public relations professionals on behalf of Company and clients
• Other duties in support of media relations

 Work Context 
• Requires remaining stationary for periods of up to four hours
• Requires telephone conversations
• Requires interfacing with a computer
• Requires use of electronic mail
• Requires writing letters, memos, articles and reports
• Requires face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams
• Requires work with others in a group or team
• Requires work with external customers or the public
• Requires being exact or highly accurate
• Mistakes are not easily correctable and have serious consequences
• Requires meeting strict deadlines
• Opportunity to make decisions without supervision
• Requires making decisions that impact the results of co-workers, clients or the company
• Requires repeating the same physical activities or mental activities over and over
• Includes traveling to various locations on and off campus
• Requires working in a closed vehicle or equipment
• Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions
• Includes responsibility for work outcomes and results

 Education and Experience
 Education:   
• High School/G.E.D required
• Current enrollment in approved internship course at accredited university required

Experience: 
• Experience in customer service required (at least one year)
• Experience in marketing and/or public relations preferred

Specific Knowledge Required:
• English language and grammar
• Mathematics
• Customer Service
• Computer technology, including use of email and Internet search engines
• MS Office: Word
• Social media: LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+

Specific Knowledge Preferred:
• Event Planning
• MS Office: Excel, Publisher, Power Point, Outlook


If you are interested in this internship opportunity, please e-mail a cover letter and your resume to Erika@SoukupStrategicSolutions.com with the subject line ‘Communications Internship’.

The Hockey Summit Communication Internship

We are looking for an individual to run our social media, graphic and video design, and website updates for our NHL camp that runs for July and August. It would include filming, editing and compiling daily highlight videos, posting them, updating our site as content is created and being the face of the social media accounts of the hockey Summit. We would also have this person do different media creations for a marketing standpoint.



The dates of the camp are July 10-August 26, but would be looking to get someone beginning with us in June.

Please let me know if you have any questions!


http://thehockeysummit.com/ 


Justin Roethlingshoefer, M.S. '14
CSCS, SCCC, LMT, FMS, USAW, PN, KTA
Co Founder and CEO The Hockey Summit
justinr@thehockeysummit.com |  (502) 909-4888

Wednesday, February 1, 2017

Lee County Visitor and Convention Bureau Communication/PR Internship




Qualifications

The VCB PR intern must be organized, have strong oral and written communication skills, computer proficiency (solid PC skills including Microsoft Office 2007), strong attention to details, ability to keep deadlines, and ability to multi-task.  Experience in the tourism industry is a plus but not required. Knowledge of social media, photography and videography skills is a plus!

 

   VCB PR Interns will be responsible for a wide range of duties including:

1.  Database input, monitoring and distribution of clips

2.  Communication with industry partners and clients (electronic and verbal)

3.  Assisting with incoming phone calls

4.  Assistance with media research, fact-checking and follow-up

6.  Website monitoring for Communications

7.  Assist with development and coordination of Media Research Trips – itineraries and scheduling with partners

8.  Coordination of Welcome bags for incoming journalists and groups

9.  Data and report compilation

10.  Research and write news releases

12.  Update attractions news release

13.  Other duties as assigned

 

This intern will gain experience in the following areas:

Public Relations:  Gain an understanding of the critical role that the VCB/PR plays in promoting Lee County as a tourism destination.

 

Hone skills: Practical use of written and oral communications skills that are critical to any career.

 

Media relations: Learn to work with the journalists to best achieve your organization goals.

 

Industry relations: Learn to work as a team within an office environment as well as with the tourism industry.



We will have an opening available the first week in May for a PR/Communications intern.  This is a paid internship and the hourly rate is $10.00. We would need at least 20 hours per week and would also be able to provide 40 hours of work during the summer months and during school breaks.

 



 To apply, contact:

Fran Belasco, M. S
Administrative Director




Lee County Visitor & Convention Bureau

2201 Second Street, Suite 600

Fort Myers, Florida 33901-3086

 

239.338.3500    800.237.6444




 

 

Monday, December 19, 2016

Boys and Girls Club of Collier County

POSITION DESCRIPTION
 
 
TITLE:                                   Media/Marketing/Broadcasting/Communication Internship
 
PERFORMANCE
PROFILE SOURCE:           Internship
 
DEPARTMENT:                  Technology Center
 
REPORTS TO:                    Technology Director
 
 
 
POSITION SUMMARY:
 
Volunteer/Intern are responsible for: providing a vital support in the development and day-to-day production of BGCCC organization. Plan, teach, research, and produce a teen news cast, talk show, social media, PSA, commercials with our Club members. Teach our members all aspect of production: research and interview guest, research news stories, pitch new ideas, create, and choose music for production and work with our Marketing Department.
 
 
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
 
Knowledge
 
Demonstrate knowledge of principles related to technology, including computer operations, word processing with a high degree of accuracy, good grammar, strong customer service skills and strong attention to details. Must enjoy working with children and teens.
 
Education
Some college preferred.
 
Skills required in the following areas.
·         Safety, Health and Environmental Skills: Supporting a Safe Environment, Fostering Organizational Wellness
·         Communication Skills: Writing, Informing, Listening, Presenting
·         Planning Skills: Action Planning and Organizing, Monitoring, Time Management
·         Decision-Making Skills: Analyzing, Judgement,
·         Personal Initiative Skills: Contributing to a Positive Work Environment, Personal Development
·         Relationship Skills: Teamwork, Networking, Meeting Skills, Relationship Building,
·         Quality Skills: Implementing Quality Improvements
 
 
 
 
KEY ROLES
Competency Areas:
 

PREPARE YOUTH FOR SUCCESS

PT1     Contribute to ensuring files are organized on Programs, Activities and Services that Prepare Youth for Success
 
HEALTH AND SAFETY

PT3     Contribute to Ensuring a Healthy and Safe Environment

PT4     Contribute to Ensuring that Facility, Equipment and Supplies are Maintained
 
ADDITIONAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Relationships
Internal:
Maintain close, daily contact with Club staff, including supervisor (professional and volunteer).
 
Other requirements
CPR, first aid certifications helpful.
 
ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is conducted in the Administrative office, Club setting, indoor and outside.
 
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
·         Maintain a high energy level.
·         Be comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities.
·         Exchange ideas, facts and information clearly and concisely in all communications.
·         Sit for four-plus hours per day.  Standing and bending are necessary to this role.
·         See and hear and successfully communicate – including ability to speak, write and read with comprehension.
 
 
DISCLAIMER:
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification.  It is not designed to contain, nor is it to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of volunteers assigned to this job.
 
Evelyn Amador
Technology Director
Boys & Girls Club of Collier County
7500 Davis Boulevard
Naples, Florida 34104
Direct Line 239.325.1750
 
Evelyn Amador EAmador@bgccc.com
Fax Line 239.325.4021
 
 

Thursday, December 15, 2016

Communication/PR/Marketing Internship with Missy Balsam Yoga

Communication/Marketing Internship with Missy Balsam Yoga

Description: Opportunity to develop your communications portfolio and marketing skills by supporting the branding and launch of new products and services of a solo entrepreneur. You will research the current market and assist with developing the strategy and implementation of a new digital platform and public relations campaign for my multi-faceted business.
 
                 I am a solo entrepreneur who has been running my own yoga business for 9 years. I teach   group classes and workshops as well as a private clientele in Naples and beyond, and am looking to grow my business from a local to a national level. I am also a professional musician/singer of inspirational music. I released a CD in June 2014 to great success and am about to launch my first studio album. I have in the past few years been teaching and performing at festivals all over the country and am looking to expand even further.

Responsibilities and Learning Outcomes:
▪               Learn how to implement, launch and maintain social media content calendars and campaigns utilizing Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn
▪               Assist in the design, development, distribution and measurement of email campaigns targeting various niche markets
▪               Develop online marketing strategies for brand awareness and product sales
▪               Assist in the release, marketing and launch of my first studio album
▪               Attend meetings with marketing and branding professionals and implement action plans and strategies
▪               Assist in design, development and implementation of merchandise to accompany album launch

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
▪               Interest in and proficiency with social media, specifically Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube
▪               Passion for branding and online marketing
▪               Interest in yoga, spirituality, personal growth and/or music would be helpful
▪               Interest in public relations, publicity and manifesting media for a message
▪               Self-starter, willingness to operate independently, take initiative and follow through with           assignments
▪               Interested in a fun, collaborative one-on-one mentorship and coaching environment

Required Qualifications:
▪               Completion of Introduction to Marketing, Principles of PR, PR Writing or equivalent
▪               Social media experience and savvy, including analytics and Facebook ads/insights
▪               Excellent writing and communication skills
▪               High level of personal initiative

Application: For more information please send resume and email expressing your interest to missy@missybalsamyoga.com