Digital/Social Media Internship

The Texas Tech Alumni Association (TTAA) is seeking an intern to join the Marketing, Communications and Membership Team. Graduate students welcome. Selection will be competitive. The internship is paid.

Tasks will include sparking conversations on TTAA’s social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, Foursquare and Pinterest) as well as assisting on digital/web content projects and providing general support. The intern will work closely with the areas of Membership, Marketing, Merchandising, Special Events and the Texas Techsan Magazine.

The digital media intern is responsible for:

• Day-to-day content generation and management
• Monitoring brand buzz and presence
• Continuous evaluation of TTAA’s social media marketing efforts
• Thought-leadership on how TTAA can maximize exposure through Social Media channels

This is a hands-on, fast-paced internship that requires 20 hours per week and the ability to plan and execute new strategies quickly and efficiently. A passion for Texas Tech University, an outgoing personality and the ability to work as a team are critical.

Skills required:

Basic understanding of social media, intermediate to advanced computer skills, and excellent written communication skills, personal use of Pinterest, Facebook and Twitter, and geo-based applications like Foursquare. Above-average copywriting and editing skills; time management and organizational skills. Willingness to learn basic videographer and photographer skills.  Commitment to a flexible work schedule to cover after-hours events.

Skills preferred:

Basic HTML knowledge, experience with Photoshop or other photo editing software, personal use of Foursquare, advanced experience in customizing social media platforms and/or additional experience with other social media including blogs,.

To apply, submit email of interest and resume to Lisa Low by July 31, 2012.