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Winter Communications Internship

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Saint Louis, MO, USA
Internship

The Alzheimer's Association Greater Missouri Chapter is seeking a motivated, creative, visual storyteller to serve as intern for the winter semester (Jan-May) The position will focus on visual content development (photo and video) for use on the Chapter’s social platforms and website. Additionally, the position will also provide creative writing support for social media and also media relations efforts.

This is a part time (15-20 hours per week), paid position based in the Chapter's St. Louis office. The start date is mid-January. While the end date is May, there is the possibility for the internship to be extended through the summer. This is an awesome opportunity to gain hands-on content development experience and produce portfolio-level work.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Develop visually compelling content about chapter client families, volunteers, community partners, employees, etc.
  • Shoot high quality candid photographs of employees, volunteers, clients in various settings - events, meetings, community programs, etc.
  • Shoot and edit short video clips.
Educational Background: 
Junior or senior undergraduate or graduate student in communications or journalism. Or another field of study if the applicant has strong photo and video skills.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Experience with developing compelling visual content for social media
  • Advanced photography skills
  • Basic video production skills
  • Strong creative writing skills
  • Proficiency with photo and video editing software
  • Ability to manage multiple projects at once
  • Complete work primarily during traditional work day (9am-5pm); with the potential to attend a weekend and/or evening event to capture photo/video.

Organization Info

Alzheimer's Association

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Founded: 
1980
About Us
Mission: 

The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research, to provide and enhance care and support for all affected, and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s®.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Nov 23 2019
Active Until: 
Dec 23 2019
Hiring Organization: 
Alzheimer's Association
industry: 
Nonprofit