Social Media Intern

The social Media intern supports Midland college's efforts to visually tell its story through engaging digital content.

• Capture high-quality photography and video content at campus events in classrooms and across Midland College facilities
• Assist in producing short-form video content to promote programs, student experiences, and key campaigns
• Edit photos and videos for use across social media, website, and marketing campaigns' ensuring alignment with Midland College brand standards
• Support the planning, creation, and scheduling of social media content across institutional platforms
• Collaborate with the Marketing and communications team to develop visual storytelling campaigns that highlight student success and community impact
• Assist with concept development, scripting, and storyboarding for video projects
• Organize and maintain a digital library of photo and video assets
• Stay current on social media trends and recommend creative approaches to increase engagement and reach
• Provide on-site support for live event coverage, including real-time content capture and posting

Required Qualifications

• Current Midland college student or enrollment in a college/university program in Marketing communications, Media production, Film, Photography, or a related field preferred
• Strong interest in social media content creation, photography, and videography
• Basic knowledge of camera equipment (DSLR/mirrorless cameras, lighting audio)
• Experience with video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Capcut, Final cut Pro) and/or photo editing tools (e.g., Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop)
• Familiarity with social media platforms and content trends

Preferred Skills

• Experience creating content for social media platforms
• Portfolio demonstrating photography and/or videography work
• Basic graphic design skills (Canva or Adobe Creative Suite)
• Understanding of storytelling techniques for short-form video

Physical Demands

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
• The person in this position needs to move to other locations on campus occasionally
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity
• The person in this position frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus
• Frequently moves equipment or paperwork weighing up to 20 pounds
• Duties indoors and some outdoors
• Ability to work extended hours and attend Midland College or community events