Social Media Intern – Women’s Suffrage Centennial
- Description
- Washington State Historical Society is searching for a Social Media Intern to manage the social media program of the Women’s Suffrage Centennial, and drive all aspects of its brand’s social and audience-building strategy.
The ideal candidate will have background in History, Women and Gender Studies, Museology, or a like field and be very social media savvy. We’re looking for an individual who is an expert in community-building on key social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter), and has a proven track record of audience building from the ground up, and be an agile content creator with a creative mind.
Experience with editorial writing and promoting diverse content within a brand voice is important. Passion about and knowledge of Women’s History a huge plus!
- Duties
- Drive the maintenance and growth of Women’s Suffrage Centennial social media accounts.
Hone a consistent editorial voice across all platforms.
Create content autonomously and in collaboration with the Centennial Coordinator and Director of Audience Engagement.
Ideate and execute social media marketing campaigns, contests, and engagement strategies. - Qualifications
- An understanding of audience growth strategies.
An active presence on social platforms.
Experience juggling multiple projects and effectively prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines.
Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
Experience with editorial writing with a consistent brand voice.
Passion about Washington State History and Women’s History.
Knowledge of and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and social media publishing tools. - Supplemental Information
- Application Process:
Attach to your application a letter of interest explaining how you meet the qualifications of this position and a resume. If you are unable to attach your resume and/or letter of interest, you may insert them into the “resume text” section of the application.Include three professional references in the “references” section of the application or include them in your resume.Please carefully follow the above instructions. We are looking for evidence in your application materials that you have the education, experience, skills, and abilities indicated in this job posting, so be sure to attach or insert your letter of interest and resume. The information you provide will be used as a basis for deciding who will be selected for the next step in the process. An incomplete application packet may automatically be disqualified.
Interviews are anticipated to occur the week of July 2nd.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Washington State Historical Society is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources Office at (253) 798-5901. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
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- Agency
- State of Washington
- Address
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- Website
- http://www.careers.wa.gov