Media Strategy Intern (Summer 2026)

Tempe, AZ (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableIntern/New GradPart time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Support DriveTime’s multimedia production as an intern, handling photos/videos and post-production from shoot to delivery.

  • Assist capturing photos and videos for social media and marketing materials.
  • Must-have: Familiarity with camera equipment and editing tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Premiere, Final Cut).
  • Standout: Paid 11-week internship with potential for continued opportunities.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Capturing high-quality photos and videos for social media, websites, and marketing materials.
  • Support post-production editing, including color correction, sound design, and video trimming.
  • Manage and organize media assets, ensuring proper documentation and storage.
  • Conduct research on visual media trends, audience preferences, and competitive strategies.
  • Collaborate with teams to develop engaging multimedia campaigns.
  • Setting up and operating photography and videography equipment during shoots.
  • Maintain an organized workflow for media projects and meet deadlines effectively.
  • Producing videos from start to finish - shooting editing and delivering final products.
  • Familiarity with major social media platforms such as LinkedIn, TikTok, and Meta (Facebook/Instagram), including an understanding of content trends and audience engagement strategies.

Requirements

  • You are currently pursuing a bachelor's or master’s with a graduation date of December 2026 – May 2027
  • Pursuing a degree in Photography, Videography, Media Studies, Communications, Journalism or a related field.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of camera equipment, lighting setups, and composition principles to capture high-quality visual content.
  • Proficiency in industry-standard photo and video editing tools, including Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Premier and Final Cut Pro.
  • Highly creative and adaptable, with the ability to manage projects independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
  • Strong passion for visual storytelling and producing engaging, brand-aligned content.
  • You have a GPA of 3.5 or higher
  • Our internship program will be 11 weeks starting May 18, 2026 to July 31, 2026
  • You can expect a regular on-site schedule Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week
  • Relocation not provided for internship
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DriveTime

DriveTime is not your typical auto retailer. We’re bringing a fresh and fun perspective to the pre-owned car buying experience, and we want you to come along for the ride. You can find us at the intersection of technology and innovation as we use our proprietary tools and over two decades of industry knowledge to redefine the process of purchasing, financing, and protecting your vehicle. We create opportunities and improve the lives of our customers, our employees and our communities by carpooling to a shared destination. That means placing a focus on putting the right customer in the right vehicle so they can be on the path to ownership. We are headquartered in both Tempe, Arizona and Dallas, Texas, but you can find our tire tracks across the nation as we continue to expand our footprint in new territories. Regardless of where you’re located, if you’ve got DRIVE and you’re looking to make an impact, we’d love for you to make a difference with us! #LifeatDriveTimeBuckle up and check out our career opportunities at jobs.drivetime.com.

Founded in 2002
Tempe, Arizona, USA
3.4K employees (99 in marketing)