Social Media Internship
Carib Voxx
Job Title: Social Media Intern
Location: Remote, with occasional office days
Duration: 4-Month Internship
About CARIB VOXX
Carib Voxx is a digital media platform driving the global presence of African and Caribbean culture through music, art, and lifestyle. With strong industry credibility, we’re recognized as a trusted source for authentic African and Caribbean content, powered by the pulse of youth and evolving subcultures. Carib Voxx doesn’t just document culture; we shape it, delivering immersive stories, striking visuals, and lasting cultural influence that resonates worldwide.
Typical Intern Tasks
As a Social Media Intern at CARIB VOXX, you’ll dive into the dynamic world of social media content, learning to create engaging posts, optimize strategies, and amplify our brand’s impact. Responsibilities include:
- Content Creation: Develop and schedule daily posts across CARIB VOXX’s social media platforms, including Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, TikTok, and LinkedIn.
- Social Media Strategy: Participate in team brainstorming sessions to pitch creative social media campaigns that resonate with our audience.
- Engagement & Community Building: Monitor comments, likes, and DMs, actively engaging with followers to strengthen community ties.
- Research: Stay up-to-date with trending topics, hashtags, and industry best practices to inform content ideas and maximize engagement.
- Analytics & Reporting: Track social media performance, pulling insights on reach, engagement, and growth to help refine future strategies.
- Cross-Department Support: Assist with promoting content from other CARIB VOXX departments, such as editorial articles and video series, to drive traffic and engagement.
- Brand Consistency: Ensure all content aligns with CARIB VOXX’s voice and visual aesthetic, working closely with the creative and editorial teams.
- Media Coverage: Deliver live updates and comprehensive post-event content, both on-site and in real-time.
Requirements
- Technical Setup: Access to a personal computer, high-quality smartphone, and a reliable internet connection.
- Communication Skills: Strong communication skills, with real-time availability via ClickUp and email during scheduled shifts for chat, voice, and video calls.
- Weekly Schedule: Ability to work a set schedule of 20-25 hours per week, Monday through Saturday, between 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM ET.
- Familiarity with Social Media Platforms: Strong understanding of Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, TikTok, and LinkedIn, with a good sense for what makes content engaging and shareable.
- Creative Eye: Ability to source or create visually appealing images, memes, and videos.
- Passion for Culture: A deep interest in African and Caribbean culture, along with current trends in music, art, and lifestyle.
Learning Objectives, Supervision & Feedback
- Supervision: Interns will be mentored by an experienced social media manager who will provide consistent guidance, feedback, and support.
- Skill Development: Learn about social media strategy, content creation, brand voice, analytics, and community management.
- Portfolio Building: Gain practical experience managing social media channels for a digital media platform, ideal for your resume and portfolio.
- Performance Tracking: Supervisors will review weekly and monthly engagement metrics to assess growth and provide feedback. If you need academic credit, CARIB VOXX will complete mid- or end-of-semester evaluations upon request.
Eligibility, Stipend & Credit
- Stipend: $1,500 USD paid upon successful completion of the internship.
- Academic Credit: Available for interns upon school request.
- Location: Candidates must be located in Jamaica for the duration of the internship.
How to Apply
If you’re passionate about storytelling, culture, and digital media, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit the Application Form, and a Social Media Grid Moodboard of 9 content focused on African or Caribbean culture, music, or lifestyle to careers@caribvoxx.com with the subject line: Social Media Internship Application – [Your Name].