Description

Be a part of a creative, energetic team, working together to support YMCA youth development programs! The intern will be considered a member of the professional staff and have accompanying responsibilities and expectations that may vary throughout the internship.
SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT CREATORA Social Media Content Creator has their finger on the pulse of the latest social media and content creation techniques and technologies. They’re able to turn around content immediately, as needed, and possess a deep understanding of the differences between content styles for each platform. Social Media Content Creators are “out-of-the-box thinkers,” with expert knowledge of current trends and internet culture. Be a subject matter expert on social media trends and platform-native content creation, prioritizing video creation for Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, and/or relevant social platforms. Roles for Social Media.
CONTENT CREATION MAY INCLUDE
· Researching and compiling social trends, ideas, competitors’ best-in-class examples, and cutting-edge executions to inform and propose new content· Creating storyboards, shot lists, and pre-production materials for both site content and social-first content· Collaborating with the Social Media Director and the branch social media squads to develop engaging content that resonates across TikTok and Instagram· Capture and edit original video content, and have a hand in all phases of video production, from pre-production to post-production (filming, editing, etc.)· Define and create branded style templates for new and existing social content for IG stories· Become a brand personality with high energy and enthusiasm, fearlessly tackling creative projects not limited to: hosting guests on camera, connecting with strangers on the street, starring in wacky trends, walking through routines, etc.· Be the driver of “think outside the box” ideas, oftentimes thinking ahead of the curve, steering trend curation and thumb-stopping content audiences want to rewatch, share, and continuously tune in.
SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT CREATOR SKILLS NEEDEDIt goes without saying that experience in social media is needed, but there are many other skills needed to be a successful Social Media Content Creator. They are:

• Photography, videography, editing, or creative content skills
• A strong visual mindset and understanding of the wider landscape of beauty video
• Strong communication skills and the ability to take creative direction and bring it to life through video editing
• Strong understanding of frame composition (lighting, angles, negative space, photo clarity/depth of frame)
• Strong understanding of studio tools such as ring lights, tripods, props, backdrops, etc.
• Excellent verbal communication skills and ability to clearly articulate and document technical processes and issues
• Exceptional time management and multi-tasking abilities
• Expertise in tools and processes for creative assets and content workflows.

SUGGESTED SOFTWARE PROFICIENCY The ever-evolving social media universe requires a Social Media Content Creator to have expertise in tools and processes for creative assets and project workflows. Some other programs they may include are Canva, CapCut, Photoshop, and Final Cut Pro.
Hours are flexible depending on your internship requirements. Once you complete this application, a YMCA representative will be in touch with you to discuss further. Completing this application does not guarantee you will be selected as an intern at the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit. All internships are unpaid.
If you have additional questions regarding your internship, please contact Ty'Ann at tyann.holmes@ymcadetroit.org
The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children in our programs. We hold all volunteers, regardless of service project, to the highest possible standards. We require volunteers that are working with youth to be screened regularly and sign a code of conduct. All volunteers will be monitored when interacting with program participants. We take any inappropriate interactions between program participants and with volunteers very seriously and will fully cooperate with authorities in any case of abuse.

Age Category

All Ages

Prerequisites

$0.00 Program Membership