INTERNSHIP: Online video intern
Posted by: “Dan Lavoie” dan@policylink.org Thu
Apologies for any cross-posting….but we have a great opportunity for a
full-time, paid summer intern (in our Midtown office) to help us create
compelling online videos telling positive stories of low-income people
and communities of color. We are a national policy/advocacy group
looking to lift up examples of communities where public policy
innovations are making a real difference.
If you know anyone who would be interested, please send them my way.
Full description pasted below.
Many thanks!
Dan Lavoie
Associate Director for Communications
PolicyLink <http://www.policylink.org/>
Cell: (510) 418-1208
Office: (212) 502-6486
Follow us on Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/policylink> and
Twitter <http://www.twitter.com/policylink>
PolicyLink Online Video Intern
Internship Description:
PolicyLink, a national research and advocacy institute, works to promote
smart and effective public policies that lift up all Americans,
especially people from low-income communities and communities of color.
Working out of the organization’s New York office, the online video
student intern will help PolicyLink conceive, edit and create online
videos highlighting successful efforts to improve the lives of
low-income people and communities of color. The online video intern will
work with senior staff to identify potential compelling stories and see
the projects through to completion. Some minor daytime travel in the
Northeast corridor (Philadelphia, Baltimore, DC) may be required.
Qualifications/Skills:
Applicants pursuing an undergraduate degree in journalism, nonprofit
public relations, visual arts, video editing, or communications are
preferred. Specific qualifications include:
* Exceptionally strong video storytelling skills
* Ability to film and edit online videos (platforms and software flexible)
* Demonstrated interest in the needs of low-income communities and communities of color
* Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
* Experience with online communities and blogging platforms preferred
* Experience working in an Microsoft Office environment (Excel, Word, Outlook)
* Good team player and ability to work independently
How to Apply:
PolicyLink – OnLine Video Internship
55 W. 39th St.
11th Floor
New York, NY 10018
Fax to (212) 273-1606 or email to internshi=
ps@policylink.org. Include
subject line: “[Your name] (Online Video Intern).” Deadline to submit
an application is March 31, 2010.
Dan Lavoie
Associate Director for Communications
PolicyLink <http://www.policylink.org/>
Cell: (510) 418-1208
Office: (212) 502-6486
Follow us on Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/policylink> and
Twitter <http://www.twitter.com/policylink>
PolicyLink is a national research and action institute advancing
economic and social equity by Lifting Up What Works.(r)