The Post and Courier Columbia Marketing and Graphics Design Intern

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 Columbia. Opportunities include in-person and virtual events and sponsorships throughout Columbia.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, email marketing and other marketing materials using Canva and other graphic software.Write copy for print and digital ads, social media, web, collateral and email marketing.Plan and execute events for subscribers, advertisers and community partners.Participate and work at events of The Post and Courier Columbia 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 at University of South Carolina - Columbia. Self-starter with the ability to work independently and within a collaborative, team environmentBackground in graphics for use on the print, web and social media Incredible attention to detail & capable of multi-tasking and coordinating several projects at onceEffective interpersonal and communication skillsExcellent planning and organizational skillsEffective project management skillsStrong copywriting skills and the ability to communicate complex ideasProficient with Microsoft Office, Adobe Software or other design softwareAbility to quickly learn and become proficient in new technologyAbility to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assignedPositive, professional demeanor, strong work ethic, and passion for the position and its opportunitiesPhysical Requirements, Work Environment and Travel: Skills: Adobe Product Family, Asset Management, Best Practices, Communication Skills, Copy Writing, Detail Oriented, Email Marketing, Establish Priorities, Event Management, Event Marketing, Graphic Design, Graphics, Graphics Software, Internet/Online Service, Interpersonal Skills, Marketing, Marketing Campaign, Marketing Communications, Marketing Plan, Marketing/Sales Collateral, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, News Reporting, Organizational Skills, Physical Demands, Print Advertising, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Safety/Work Safety, Social Media, Software Design, Team Player, Time Management, Trend Analysis