Great opportunity to gain work experience!
We: Are two Vancouver boutique social media companies – Ballentine Media and Capital Q Creative- who have recently joined forces together. We’re hoping to add to this growing team of hard working entrepreneurs.
You: Are a fresh, bold, and creative marketing enthusiast who knows your way around all major social networks. You have an endless supply of online marketing ideas and are eager to learn how to make them happen.
We’re currently looking for an individual with experience in social media, whether it’s personally and/or professionally. This ideal candidate is familiar with (and active on) Twitter, Facebook, Youtube, Instagram, Pinterest, LinkedIn, and Hootsuite. Blogging and/or writing experience is an asset. Ideally, this individual is proficient in Photoshop, indesign, illustrator, as well as Keynote, and possesses professional communication and writing skills.
Job tasks may include (but are not limited to):
- Social Media Management; such as content creating, account monitoring, and active engagement
- Hootsuite Management; such as list building, keyword searches, and post scheduling
- Online research including industry trends, client
- Working with the team in support of social media strategies for both in-house and client projects
- Actively participate in Creative and Marketing brainstorming meetings
- Blog writing and strategising
- Establishing, writing, and processing various company documents
- Assisting the Social Media Director and Strategic Director with any other necessary tasks
Traits you’ll need to possess to succeed:
Analytical thinking
Creative
Deep understanding of marketing principles
Hardworking and a teamplayer
Flexible
Dependable, responsible, respectful
Self starter
This is a multi-faceted position that will let you demonstrate all of your abilities. We are looking for applicants who are very self-motivated and looking to work hard to see results. The successful candidate should be comfortable working independently, as well as in a collaborative setting. Meetings will be held at our Gastown office, which is a fun, bright, and modern loft layout. No sea of cubicles, we’ve got an open and social room. This is a great environment to learn and gain industry experience. Our teams often work remotely, and you will largely be given the flexibility to complete many of the tasks in the environment of your choosing.
Time commitment: 10 – 20 hours per week. Flexible based upon the availability of the right candidate.
Compensation: The successful applicant will gain first hand experience working with two growing agencies, and be able to contribute to and learn within a variety of projects and settings. Although there is no monetary compensation for this intern position, there is the possibility of future paid employment with the team.
About us:
Ballentine Media and Capital Q Creative have recently joined forces to create a brand new super social media team. Ballentine Media is a boutique marketing agency focused on helping entrepreneurs and local businesses reach their business objectives. Ballentine Media specializes in two of the most public facing components of a brand’s existence; branding, and social media. Capital Q Creative is a boutique social media company, providing a unique and personalized client experience. Offering effective ways to build, manage, and grow your online community.
How to Apply:
Please send your resume and cover letter to alicia@capitalqcreative.com {subject: Intern posting} by Friday Nov.2nd, 2012.