Social Media & Content Creation Intern at Commonplace | New York, USA

Commonplace

Social Media & Content Creation Intern

New York, USA (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableIntern/New GradInternship

Posted 3 months ago

Job Summary

Drive a hands-on video production internship focused on end-to-end short-form content across Reels, TikTok, and Shorts.

Must-have: proven on-camera presence with a track record of posting growth
Standout: end-to-end ownership from scripting to posting with CapCut/Canva workflow

Job Description

Responsibilities

Own the ideation-to-post pipeline: pitching, scripting, filming, editing, and publishing
Pitch new video concepts weekly: trends, hooks, angles, and formats you’re seeing work
Produce 3+ short-form videos per week across Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts
Script and plan storytelling content, viral trend videos, and scripted brand videos
Shoot and edit with an iPhone-native, high-craft aesthetic
Appear on camera and deliver voiceover and narration as needed
Film on-location and in-office 2-3 days/week, both self-filming and filming drivers, customers, and team
Edit in Instagram Edits, CapCut, and Canva; support brand design (emails, collateral) as needed
Submit for review & feedback before posting; analyze performance and iterate
Content style examples: Scripted brand, Storytelling, Viral trend (see links)

Requirements

Rising junior or senior in marketing, communications, film, journalism, PR, or related major
Chronically online: understands trends and why they work
Outgoing and energetic, comfortable on camera and talking to new people
Storyteller who thinks in hooks, pacing, and retention
Fast learner, feedback-friendly, and self-directed
At least one account (personal or brand) you’ve posted consistently to and grown organically
Proficiency in Instagram Edits, CapCut, and Canva; Adobe Premiere Pro a plus
Strong instinct for short-form storytelling across Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts
Comfortable on camera and delivering voiceover narration
Basic cinematography: light, framing, movement

Preferred

Experience on camera beyond class or personal projects
Familiarity with scripting or brand video concepts
Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro (plus)

Benefits

Prime Flatiron office next to Madison Square Park, snacks, team outings, fun culture
Real hands-on experience at an early-stage startup with momentum
Summer internship with potential to extend or convert to full-time

Commonplace

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Create thriving spaces with AI-driven insights and community input.Commonplace is a leading platform for digital community engagement, designed to empower organisations with data-driven tools for meaningful public participation. Through interactive surveys, map-based feedback, and visually rich project information, Commonplace facilitates collaborative codesign and transparent communication. Trusted by hundreds of organisations across both public and private sectors, Commonplace has successfully supported over 3,600 projects worldwide, engaging 9 million visitors and capturing more than 3 million individual contributions.With versatile digital solutions, Commonplace seamlessly supports wide-ranging, hybrid engagement initiatives on any place-based theme.

Founded in 2013

London, England, GBR

18 employees (3 in marketing)

www.commonplace.is

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