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Communications and Media

Digital Marketing Internship

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The digital marketing intern will support the Digital Communications Specialist and the Office of Communications with daily activities and projects. The intern will also assist in the execution of various aspects of digital marketing campaigns to maximize outreach, engagement, and campaign performance.

Responsibilities:
• Assist the Digital Communications Specialist with the creation/editing of website pages, forms, social media posts/graphics, blog posts, etc.
• Help monitor and support all social platforms and digital marketing efforts
• Help compile and analyze reports and data from all digital marketing campaigns and other initiatives including search engine optimization
• Facilitate student relationships and engagement
• Provide support for special projects within the Office of Communications as needed

Skills & Abilities:
• Highly motivated and energetic
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledgeable of current social media trends
• Experience with managing social media platforms
• Experience with a content management system
• Experience with a social media management platform is a plus (Hootsuite, TweetDeck, Linktree, etc.)
• Photography and videography skills are a plus
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines

Salus University, founded as the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 1919, today is a diversified, globally recognized professional academic center of learning that offers a wide range of degree programs in the professions of Optometry, Audiology, Physician Assistant, Speech-Language Pathology, Education and Rehabilitation for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Biomedicine and Occupational Therapy. The University has more than 1,200 students, including PhD candidates, and more than 14,000 alumni worldwide.

For more information, please visit www.salus.edu.

Contact: [email protected]

Photography & Videography Internship

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General Summary:
The photography and videography intern will support the Office of Communications with daily creative designs and projects. The intern will be responsible for creating visual content that will be used on the University’s websites, social media platforms and in email campaigns.
Responsibilities:
• Capture stock video and photos of campus, students, events, etc.
• Capture and edit together video Instagram reels and social media-based video
• Assist with graphic design for various projects
• Organize and catalog existing and new photography
• Provide support for special projects within the Office of Communications as needed

Skills & Abilities:
• Highly motivated and a self-starter
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with photography and videography using a DSLR camera
• Experience with the Adobe Suite
• Experience with online editors like Canva
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines

Salus University, founded as the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 1919, today is a diversified, globally recognized professional academic center of learning that offers a wide range of degree programs in the professions of Optometry, Audiology, Physician Assistant, Education and Rehabilitation for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Biomedicine, Occupational Therapy and Speech-Language Pathology. Salus operates four clinical facilities in the Philadelphia area that provide highly specialized vision, hearing and balance, and speech-language pathology services. The University has more than 1,200 students, including PhD candidates, and more than 14,000 alumni worldwide.

For more information, please visit www.salus.edu.

Contact: [email protected]

Marketing & Events Internship

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General Summary:
The marketing and events intern will provide support to the Office of Communications in assisting with event preparation, staffing and follow up activities as well as other marketing/event duties as needed.

Responsibilities:
• Assist in the coordination of event participation
• Pack marketing/promotional materials for upcoming events
• Attend events located near Salus University and its clinical facilities
• Provide set up of marketing/promotional materials prior to event times
• Act as a brand ambassador at events by promoting Salus University and clinic services to the community
• Take photos of event activities for social media promotion after the event
• Provide support for marketing and special projects within the Office of Communications as needed

Skills and Abilities:
• Highly motivated and energetic
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work evening/weekend hours when necessary
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Valid driver’s license, free of violations and suspensions

Salus University, founded as the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 1919, today is a diversified, globally recognized professional academic center of learning that offers a wide range of degree programs in the professions of Optometry, Audiology, Physician Assistant, Speech-Language Pathology, Education and Rehabilitation for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Biomedicine and Occupational Therapy. The University has more than 1,200 students, including PhD candidates, and more than 14,000 alumni worldwide.

The University also operates six clinical facilities which serve the surrounding communities and provide clinical experience for our students: The Eye Institute and its two satellite offices, the Pennsylvania Ear Institute, the Speech-Language Institute, and the Occupational Therapy Institute.

For more information, please visit www.salus.edu.

Contact: [email protected]

Marketing & Communications Internship

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General Summary:
The communications/marketing intern provides support to the Office of Communications assisting with print and online messaging and strategic campaign creation.
This internship will provide valuable experience in supporting the communications team in regards to branding, marketing materials and content development.

Responsibilities:
• Assist with creating website, social media, and newsletter content
• Write press releases, media advisories, and promotional copy
• Draft and edit basic communications materials including flyers and brochures
• Assist with planning & participation in community- based events
• Track press clips
• Conduct market/academic research
• Provide support for special projects within the Office of Communications as needed

Skills & Abilities:
• Highly motivated and energetic
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Graphic design abilities are a plus
• Photography and videography skills are a plus
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Experience with social media platforms are a plus

Salus University, founded as the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 1919, today is a diversified, globally recognized professional academic center of learning that offers a wide range of degree programs in the professions of Optometry, Audiology, Physician Assistant, Public Health, Education and Rehabilitation for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Biomedicine and Occupational Therapy. The University has more than 1,200 students, including PhD candidates, and more than 14,000 alumni worldwide.

The University also operates six clinical facilities which serve the surrounding communities and provide clinical experience for our students: The Eye Institute and its two satellite offices, the William Feinbloom Vision Rehabilitation

Digital Content Specialist

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We are searching for a Digital Content Specialist to round out a team of talented, driven, creative individuals who are committed to telling the story of Philadelphia’s Waterfront. The Digital Content Specialist is an integral part of how we achieve our collective goals as they relate to advertising, marketing, digital communications, and public relations, all within the greater context of the organizational communications plan.

This position will work closely with the Senior Digital Communications Manager and the Senior Marketing and Communications Manager and have regular communications with all DRWC staff, as well as the general public.

Responsibilities: 

  • Craft creative posts for DRWC’s 17 social media platforms including, but not limited to, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn
  • Produce engaging short-form video content (Reels, TikToks, etc.) to help promote priority messages, events, and campaigns
  • Schedule social media content through Sprout Social and/or manually post content as needed
  • Respond to social media customer service inquiries on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter
  • Attend and cover priority events and capture content (photos, video, interviews) for use on social media and other digital storytelling platforms
  • Manage email marketing system by creating and deploying external and internal newsletters, while growing and identifying our databases
  • Manage the Waterfront’s digital screen program
  • Craft ad copy for marketing campaigns
  • Research new and exciting media outlets, social media trends, and non-traditional storytelling tactics and techniques
  • Work with Sponsorship Manager on fulfillment needs, as they directly pertain to marketing and communications

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Creativity, ingenuity, and thoughtfulness to the position
  • Exceptional writing and editing skills
  • Standout problem-solving skills
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Google Analytics
  • Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, video editing, and graphic design skills a plus
  • Knowledge of social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube) and related tools (e.g. Sprout Social, Hootsuite)
  • Knowledge of MailChimp and/or related email marketing tools
  • Understand dominant social networks and best practices for sharing and increasing engagement over them and have an awareness of current social media trends
  • Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in advertising and marketing, content creation, and uses of emerging media
  • Knowledge of photography
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Exceptional interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as accept direction on given assignments, and meet deadlines
  • Ability to collaborate productively as part of a team
  • Ability to work effectively with diverse constituencies
  • Professional demeanor
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills in that they approach others in a tactful manner; react well under pressure, and treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position

Qualifications:

  • 2-4 years of experience in a social media, marketing, and/or related position
  • Demonstrates interest in social media, media, and communications strategies
  • Have a desire to both contribute to and learn from the experience
  • Interest in and desire to make Philadelphia more exciting and livable for all current and future residents and visitors
  • Curiosity, adaptability, detail-oriented, creative, motivated
  • Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in Communications, Marketing, and/or related field preferred
  • Project management abilities
  • Flexible work hours (including evenings and weekends as needed)
  • Available to work both in-person and remotely

Fill out the application and attach your resume, cover letter, writing samples, and descriptions of three of your favorite marketing campaigns.