Little Tokyo Farmers' Market Social Media/Marketing Intern

SEE-LA • Los Angeles, CA

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Little Tokyo Farmers’ Market Social Media and Marketing Intern will be assisting the Little Tokyo Farmers’ Market Manager to implement a marketing strategy and additional programming to promote and activate the Little Tokyo Farmers’ Market. The goal of this position is to help increase attendance and vendor sales at the Little Tokyo Farmers’ Market as well as analyze the efficacy of different marketing approaches and reception of programming from Little Tokyo residents and visitors.

Requirements

• One year experience in marketing/social media support role or a related field, BA in Marketing, or currently enrolled in a marketing degree program
• Experience executing communications and community outreach strategies
• Experience managing multiple tasks and working with deadlines
• Can work independently, organized and detail oriented.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Zoom, Social Media apps and other technology platforms

Nice To Haves

• Creative skills: Graphic Design, Photography, and or Videography
• Experience supporting small business owners, especially in the food retail industry
• Knowledge of Certified Farmers’ Markets, LA Food Systems and Accessibility Issues, and Environmental Sustainability
• Experience working with underserved, low-income communities with awareness and integrity.
• Experience working with the Little Tokyo community and an understanding of the historical challenges of Little Tokyo and the Japanese American community

Responsibilities

• Support the development of consistent communications, branding, and social media templates for the Little Tokyo Farmers’ Market with the market team
• Support Little Tokyo Farmers’ Market Manager with taking photos and videos at the market for social media and promotional purposes
• Support Little Tokyo Farmers’ Market team with developing and implementing marketing strategy
• Collect customer feedback regarding programs, vendors, and activities at the Little Tokyo Farmers’ Market
• Provide day-of support for special events and programming at the Little Tokyo Farmers’ Market as needed

Benefits

• This is a paid internship opportunity, this position will receive a $4800 stipend over 6 months.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern