About the role#
The Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation is looking for a creative intern to join our Experience and Engagement team during Rocky Season. This role focuses on social media content creation and community engagement to support our digital presence. You will work up to 20 hours per week in our office through December 24, 2026, with the possibility of an extension.
What you'll do#
- Create content for Instagram, Facebook, and other digital platforms.
- Capture photos and short-form videos at Rocky Season events, activations, and partner locations.
- Write captions that match our brand voice.
- Engage with partner accounts and themed-fan accounts to increase our visibility.
- Attend select events to capture real-time content and behind-the-scenes moments.
- Highlight community partners, special guests, and local attractions.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to brainstorm campaigns and organize digital assets.
- Monitor social media engagement to identify what content works best.
- Help with additional marketing initiatives as needed.
What you'll need#
- Current college student or recent graduate in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Digital Media, Film, or a related field.
- Strong familiarity with Instagram, Facebook, and current social media trends.
- Interest in photography, videography, and short-form video editing.
- Experience with tools like Canva, CapCut, or Adobe Creative Suite.
- Strong written communication skills and a creative eye for storytelling.
- Ability to stay organized and dependable.
- Enthusiasm for Philadelphia culture and events.
- Willingness to embrace the underdog spirit. Familiarity with the Rocky films is a bonus.
- Availability to attend select events, including occasional evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site, paid position based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
- The role is part-time, up to 20 hours per week.
About Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation
The Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation is a nonprofit organization established in 2001. It operates the Independence Visitor Center in partnership with the National Park Service and local tourism bureaus. The organization manages visitor services across several locations in Philadelphia, including satellite centers at LOVE Park, City Hall, and the Parkway. It also runs the Philly PHLASH downtown transit loop and a private event space.
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