Marketing Internship

Gulfshore Life; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfshore Life Media is seeking a Marketing Intern for the Fall to learn the ins and outs of a regional media company from a marketing perspective. The role focuses on supporting campaigns for Gulfshore Life and other brands, with hands-on involvement in events and community outreach.

This is an in-person opportunity in Southwest Florida, offering exposure to branding, promotions, and event coordination while developing professional communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Strong awareness and presence in Southwest Florida social, restaurant, hospitality and charity scene.
• Excellent networking and relationship-building abilities.
• Detail-oriented and professional communicator.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collateral, brochures, and program distribution to support marketing campaigns.
• Maintain contact with local businesses, advertisers, and partners.
• Provide administrative support and digital data maintenance for campaigns.
• Assist at events with check-in, guest greeting, production, etc.
• Support special digital projects and sponsor/gift bag organization.
• Keep the marketing calendar updated with community events.
• Represent Gulfshore Life positively in public and uphold professional appearance.

Skills

Networking

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Job description

MARKETING INTERNSHIP GENERAL OVERVIEW

Join our amazing team this Fall! We are seeking incredible interns who love the Southwest Florida social scene and want to learn the inner workings of a media company from a marketing/branding perspective!

Our Marketing Intern will assist the marketing department to develop, establish, and maintain marketing strategies of our brands—Gulfshore Life, Gulfshore Business, The Naples Press, Gulfshore Home, Social Register, Gordon Drive, and Healthy Life-- goals and objectives.

This internship pays $15/hour.

This is an in-person opportunity, not remote.

SUMMARY of RESPONSIBILITIES:

Main Activities:

• Maximum of 20 hours/week
• Collateral, brochure and program distribution
• Make/maintain contact with local businesses, advertisers etc.
• Administrative support and digital data maintenance
• Assist onsite at events (check in, greeting guests, production, etc.)
• Assist with special digital projects
• Assist with sponsor/gift bag creation and organization
• Assist with maintaining marketing closet organization
• Create and maintain a calendar of community events (store openings, charities, conferences, fairs, festivals, premiers, etc.) to be submitted to Marketing Director
• Be a positive ambassador for Gulfshore Life Media at all times when in public.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and personal presentation

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

Knowledge:

Strong awareness and presence in Southwest Florida social, restaurant, hospitality and charity scene.

Skills:

• Ability to network and build relationships
• Attention to detail
• Ability to create and maintain positive and professional relationships with the team

Personal Attributes:

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Creativity and ability to “think outside of the box” with events, promotions, marketing materials, etc.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
• Available to attend/work events on nights and weekends
• Ability to work well with other departments
• Honest, trustworthy, and respectful
• Strong Personal Presentation (approachable, dresses appropriately, communicate well with other people, friendly, etc.)
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Flexibility
• Demonstrate sound work ethics

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit or work at a computer for extended periods.
• Clear verbal and written communication in person, by phone, and via video.
• Operate standard office equipment.
• Travel, including local riding along to events or meetings.
• Navigate indoor and outdoor environments as needed.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Visual and auditory ability to conduct interviews and review content.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

WINK News is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.

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