Remote Media Internship

Closed
Celeb Secrets
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Juliet Schroder
CEO
(5)
3
Preferred learners
  • Anywhere
  • Academic experience
Categories
Communications Marketing strategy Media
Skills
detail oriented social media communication news stories google workspace google docs innovation wordpress
Project scope
What is the main goal for this project?

Celeb Secrets is looking for multiple media interns to assist our editorial team with covering breaking news on all things entertainment! As a Media Intern, you will work with both the editorial and social teams to learn how to write trending news stories and conduct interviews, as well as get an inside look on how to create original and informative content for our growing social media platforms. All of your posts will be on your own permanent site archive that you will be able to use as a portfolio when applying for future positions.

Positions available: 5 (Individually and in a team)

As a Media Intern, your responsibilities will include:

  • Writing 10 trending stories per week on our website(s) celebsecrets.com and celebsecretscountry.com (avg. 2 per day)
  • Drafting interview questions for editorial and on-camera features/productions
  • Transcribing celebrity interviews
  • Virtually representing Celeb Secrets as a reporter for one-on-one interviews and junkets conducted via Zoom
  • Producing roundups for the assignments you cover - can be written or video (for YouTube)
  • Suggesting new story/content ideas to staff
  • Staying up to date on the latest news and trends in Entertainment - (Culture, TV, Film, Sports, Music, Fashion, Internet, Awards)
  • Coordinating with Features Editors and Senior CS/CSC Editors for assignments and feedback
  • Working with Social Media Coordinators and Directors to make sure their content is being published on our platforms

The best candidates should have the following qualities:

  • Highly organized, detail-oriented and creative thinkers
  • Strong communication and writing skills; able to speak the language of our audience
  • Forward-thinking; stays on top of the latest cultural and digital trends
  • Obsessed with all-things pop culture and entertainment
  • Basic understanding of our publishing platform, WordPress, G-Suite (Google Docs, Calendar, Sheets, etc)
  • Familiarity with Celeb Secrets brands' platforms and social media accounts
  • Curiosity for innovative products/platforms and willingness to implement creative ideas
  • Be available during normal work hours and willing to work evening and weekends when needed
  • Previous related work experience is encouraged
  • Note that this project is apart of Riipen's LevelUP Program and the candidate will receive a stipend at the completion of 80 hours.

This is a great project for students to prove their writing expertise to future employers, as the impact of their work on this project can be easily measured and communicated. Please make sure to include writing samples in your application.

About the company

Celeb Secrets is a digital organization specializing in entertainment. The media outlet covers breaking news in verticals such as culture, celebrity, politics, sports, music, movies, television, country, fashion, and lifestyle, making it a one-stop shop for its teen and young adult readers.

Created by Juliet Schroder in 2010 at the age of fifteen, the organization has become one of the fastest rising media outlets in its niche, making the homemade project become a bi-coastal business that's had representation at high-profile media events including the Golden Globes, AMAs, X Games, New York Fashion Week, and Stagecoach Music Festival, with over 100K collective followers across social media platforms.

The organization is a springboard for any individual that has a passion for a career in the entertainment industry. Showcasing a team of talented students and recent graduates, each member receives a true "hands on" experience that puts them ahead of their peers.