Civic Media Internship
Town of Andover•Andover, MA
•Onsite
About The Position
Civic Media Interns with the Town of Andover provide hands-on experience in the intersection of technology, communications, and community engagement. Interns will assist with social media management, municipal website maintenance and design, and the broadcast, production, and delivery of civic media content. These positions are ideal for college students or advanced high school students seeking practical skills in media production, digital communications, and public service.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in college or advanced high school coursework in communications, media studies, information technology, or a related field.
- Interest in social media strategy, video production, and web design.
- Familiarity with platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and municipal websites.
- Basic knowledge of video editing software and AV equipment preferred (training provided).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively and follow technical instructions.
- Creative and detail-oriented.
- Willingness to learn new technologies and processes.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Commitment to public service and community engagement.
Responsibilities
- Assist Director of Communications in creating and scheduling social media posts to promote civic events and programming.
- Support updates and maintenance of municipal websites, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
- Help design and implement web content that aligns with community engagement goals.
- Participate in the setup, operation, and breakdown of equipment for live broadcasts and recordings of public meetings and events.
- Assist with video editing, chaptering, and uploading recorded content to PEG channels and online platforms.
- Learn and apply best practices for audio and video quality in civic media production.
- Provide basic troubleshooting for AV equipment under supervision.
- Help maintain equipment logs and inventory for the Innovation Lab and broadcast systems.
- Support the integration of media content across multiple platforms.
- Contribute to creative projects in the Innovation Lab, including podcasting, vlogging, and multimedia experiments.
- Assist in training sessions for community members using lab resources.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate academic commitments
- Internship may be eligible for academic credit depending on school requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
