Creative Marketing & Communications Intern

City of Red Oak, Texas; Red Oak (IA); On-site; Full time

Job description

Summary

The City of Red Oak offers college students and recent graduates the opportunity to gain real-world experience within an award-winning Communications and Marketing Department. This internship provides hands-on experience in graphic design, content creation, social media, website management, research, event coordination, and communication strategy. Under the guidance of experienced professionals, interns will contribute to a variety of projects while receiving valuable mentorship and feedback.

Summary

The City of Red Oak offers college students and recent graduates the opportunity to gain real-world experience within an award-winning Communications and Marketing Department. This internship provides hands-on experience in graphic design, content creation, social media, website management, research, event coordination, and communication strategy. Under the guidance of experienced professionals, interns will contribute to a variety of projects while receiving valuable mentorship and feedback.

Typical work schedules vary but will primarily be within operating hours (Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm) and are limited to up to 20 hours per week.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Support the Communications and Marketing team with day-to-day operations and a variety of communication, marketing, and outreach projects.
• Conduct research and gather examples, ideas, and best practices to support future City initiatives, programs, communication efforts, and events.
• Assist with the creation of graphics, social media content, and other communication materials for City initiatives, programs, and events while maintaining City branding, ADA accessibility standards, and best practices.
• Collaborate with City departments to gather information and support communication efforts.
• Capture and edit photography and video of City events, programs, projects, daily operations, and community activities for use in marketing and public information efforts.
• Assist with organizing and maintaining digital assets, files, and communication resources.
• Assist with the preparation and promotion of City-wide, departmental, and community events.
• Provide on-site support at events, including evenings or weekends, by assisting with setup, content capture, and public interaction.
• Support the maintenance, updates, content management, and ongoing improvement of the City of Red Oak website.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute creative ideas for campaigns and public communication efforts.
• Complete an individualized capstone project based on the intern's interests, skills, and department needs.

Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or GED required
• Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a college or university in a relevant Bachelor's or Master's academic program

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

• Valid Texas Class C Driver's License with clear driving record

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiar with Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, or similar).
• Basic knowledge of marketing principles and techniques.
• Experience creating graphics for social media, print, and digital platforms preferred.
• Basic photography and videography skills, including editing.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.