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2021 Social Media Intern

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Posted on: April 6, 2021 Apply Now
Internship Expires May 1, 2021

Please email resumes to info@bourboncityevents.com

Bourbon City Events Bourbon City Events, based in Lexington, Kentucky, serves couples all over the US and internationally for their event planning needs. Our mission is to create innovative events for the best days of your life, through organization, collaboration, and originality.

The Job

BCE is looking for a purpose-driven individual with a genuine interest in learning more about the industry. The Social Media Intern will assist in the execution of running multiple social media platforms for our audience. You will be managing social media accounts, creating content, developing brand awareness, and more. The right candidate must be a trustworthy and passionate team player. This person must also have a passion for event planning.

The Daily

● Social Media Management (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok)

● The Social Media Intern will administer all social media accounts

● Creating and implementing a social media marketing plan

● Engagement of customers

● Monitor trends in social media tools, apps, design & strategy

● Strategic planning and scheduling of social media posts that may include:

○ General event marketing

○ On-site coverage/posting during events

○ Event recaps

○ Current topic and news related articles that coincide with the mission, values, and vision of BCE ○ Development of brand awareness and online reputation

○ Responding to direct messages and comments in a timely and professional manner

○ Oversees design (timeline cover photos, profile pic., landing pages, etc.)

The Essentials

● Prior experience managing business-oriented social media accounts

● Displays in-depth knowledge & understanding of social platforms

● Demonstrates creativity

● Ability to effectively communicate info & ideas in written format

● Demonstrates customer service techniques when needed

● Punctual and self-motivating

● Must be comfortable working independently as well as in a team setting

● Excellent verbal/communication

● Attention to detail

The Details

● Students must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university

● Unpaid Internship with opportunity to work events and weddings for pay

● Approximately 10 hours a week (80% remote/20% in person position)

● Some weekends required

● Availability to attend networking events, blogger events, things around town for content

● Contract is for 6 months with opportunity to continue contract

The Perks

● Mostly remote position, wear your pajamas!

● Networking opportunities with industry-leading professionals

● Opportunities to explore other departments

● Real work experience

● Outings to other businesses in the area – aka Field Trips!

● Opportunity to join the BCE Family

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected

Apply Now

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Location

Phone
(859) 257-2001
Email
gattoncareer@uky.edu
Address

550 South Limestone Street
Lexington, Kentucky, 40506

Service Hours

M 8am - 4:30pm
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W 8am - 4:30pm
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The Graham Office of Career Management, Gatton College of Business and Economics, Suite 132
550 South Limestone Street
Lexington,KY 40506
(859) 257-2001
gattoncareer@uky.edu
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