The Post and Courier Marketing and Graphics Design Intern - USCB

Evening Post Publishing; Bluffton (SC); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local media organization is seeking a Marketing and Graphics Design Intern to assist with promotional activities. This internship offers hands-on experience in digital and event marketing, where the intern will be involved in coordinating events, creating marketing graphics, writing promotional copy, and engaging in community outreach efforts. Candidates should be currently enrolled in a relevant program and possess strong skills in communication, design, and organizational tasks. This position is ideal for someone eager to learn and grow in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a relevant degree program or possess equivalent work experience.
• Ability to work independently remotely if necessary.
• Reliable internet access.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate promotional opportunities for community engagement.
• Conduct email marketing campaigns.
• Create engaging graphics using design software.
• Write copy for various marketing platforms.
• Plan and execute events for various stakeholders.
• Manage photo assets for marketing uses.

Skills

Self-starter

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Copywriting

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Proficiency in Adobe Software

Education

Currently enrolled in USCB

Studies in marketing, communication, design, or related field

Job description

The Post and Courier Marketing and Graphics Design Intern - USCB

Job Openings The Post and Courier Marketing and Graphics Design Intern - USCB

About the job The Post and Courier Marketing and Graphics Design Intern - USCB

The Post and Courier is seeking a highly motivated intern who has a desire to learn a variety of marketing strategies and event planning to help grow The Post and Courier Beaufort. This is a hands‑on position and will provide experience in digital and event marketing.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate promotional opportunities to position The Post and Courier Beaufort as a leading information source for the region. Opportunities include in‑person and virtual events and sponsorships throughout Beaufort county.
• Conduct e‑mail marketing campaigns with the goal of increasing engagement and converting to digital subscriber.
• Create engaging graphics that will include print, digital advertising, e‑mail marketing and other marketing materials using Canva and other graphic software.
• Write copy for print and digital ads, social media, web, collateral and e‑mail marketing.
• Plan and execute events for subscribers, advertisers and community partners.
• Participate and work at events of The Post and Courier Beaufort or to represent the brand.
• Photo organization and management of assets for the marketing department.
• Contribute fresh new engaging ideas and be willing to take on new challenges.
• Prioritize, manage time and meet multiple deadlines.
• Proactively stay ahead of industry best practices and trends through research, networking, training and education.
• Work collaboratively across departments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintains a weekly journal of activity and attends check‑in meetings as assigned.

Requirements, minimum education level, and experience:

• Currently enrolled in USCB
• Studies in marketing, communication, design or related field, or equivalent work experience
• Ability to work independently remotely, if necessary, in a suitable workspace that meets safety guidelines
• Reliable access to internet service

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Self‑starter with the ability to work independently and within a collaborative, team environment
• Background in graphics for use on the print, web and social media
• Incredible attention to detail & capable of multi‑tasking and coordinating several projects at once
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Strong copywriting skills and the ability to communicate complex ideas
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Adobe Software or other design software
• Ability to quickly learn and become proficient in new technology
• Ability to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned
• Positive, professional demeanor, strong work ethic, and passion for the position and its opportunities

Physical Requirements, Work Environment and Travel:

Regularly required to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time. The job requires reaching with hands and arms, bending and stooping; light to moderate lifting of 15‑30 pounds. The job requires hearing, speaking and writing with close eye work on a computer screen.

The worker is generally subject to inside environmental conditions, which provide protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.

Local travel may be required occasionally.