Content Creator Intern

Position Summary

SouthernTier Telecommunications is seeking a creative, motivated, and enthusiastic Content Creator Intern to assist in developing engaging digital content that promotes our company, employees, projects, and services.

This position offers hands-on experience in social media management, photography, videography, digital marketing, and brand development. The ideal candidate is creative, organized, comfortable working independently and collaboratively, and interested in building a career in marketing, communications, or digital media.

The Content Creator Intern will have opportunities to visit construction job sites, capture company activities, highlight employee achievements, and help showcase the work SouthernTier Telecommunications performs throughout the telecommunications industry.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Content Creation & Photography

• Capture high-quality photographs and videos of company projects, employees, equipment, and daily operations.
• Visit construction job sites to document project progress and company activities.
• Create engaging short-form videos, including Instagram Reels, Facebook videos, and other social media content.
• Edit photos and videos for social media, company presentations, and marketing materials.
• Develop creative ideas to showcase company culture, employee accomplishments, and completed projects.
• Assist with creating recruitment-related content to attract potential employees.

Social Media & Digital Marketing

• Assist with managing and creating content for company social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and other applicable channels.
• Develop social media posts that promote company services, projects, employee recognition, and community involvement.
• Help maintain a consistent company image and brand across digital platforms.
• Research current social media trends and recommend creative ways to increase engagement and visibility.
• Assist in developing and maintaining a social media content calendar.
• Monitor basic social media engagement and assist with evaluating content performance.

Marketing & Branding

• Assist with creating marketing materials, graphics, flyers, and digital advertisements.
• Support company branding initiatives and promotional campaigns.
• Help develop content for company announcements, recruiting efforts, and special events.
• Collaborate with management and department leaders to identify content opportunities.
• Assist in organizing and maintaining a digital library of company photographs, videos, and marketing materials.

Employee & Company Engagement

• Highlight employee achievements, milestones, and company events.
• Assist with creating employee spotlight features and behind-the-scenes content.
• Attend company events or activities as needed to capture content.
• Promote a positive and professional image of SouthernTier Telecommunications.
• Ensure appropriate approvals are obtained before publishing employee, customer, or job-site content.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college or university program in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, Graphic Design, Photography, or a related field preferred.
• Previous professional experience is not required.
• Experience creating content for personal, school, or business social media accounts is a plus.

Skills & Abilities

• Creative mindset with an interest in photography, videography, and storytelling.
• Familiarity with social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn.
• Basic knowledge of photo and video editing applications such as Canva, CapCut, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage assignments, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn new software, techniques, and marketing strategies.
• Professional attitude and ability to interact positively with employees and management.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding company information and projects.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work will be performed in both office and outdoor construction environments.
• Must be comfortable visiting active construction job sites while following all company safety requirements.
• May be required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) while visiting job sites.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move around job sites to capture photographs and videos.
• Some flexibility in scheduling may be required for company events or special projects.

Internship Learning Opportunities

The Content Creator Intern will gain practical experience in:

• Corporate social media marketing and brand development.
• Professional photography and videography.
• Video editing and digital content production.
• Marketing campaign development.
• Content planning and social media analytics.
• Business communications and professional collaboration.
• Understanding the telecommunications and construction industries.

Performance Expectations

The successful intern will be expected to:

• Consistently produce creative, professional, and engaging content.
• Complete assigned projects within established deadlines.
• Demonstrate initiative and contribute new content ideas.
• Maintain a positive and professional representation of SouthernTier Telecommunications.
• Follow company policies, safety procedures, and confidentiality requirements.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn, accept feedback, and improve creative skills.

Equal Employment Opportunity

SouthernTier Telecommunications is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications. SouthernTier Telecommunications reserves the right to modify job responsibilities based on business needs.

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10.0 – 15.0 per week

Work Location: In person