Social Media Marketing Intern
Job Title: Social Media Marketing Intern
Company: Tethered Art
Internship Duration: January 1, 2025 – May 1, 2025 (with potential for extension based on performance)
Location: New York City (in-person)
About Us:
Tethered Art is an emerging force in the art world, combining creative expression with cutting-edge technology. With our internationally patent-pending Tethered System, we’re redefining how fine art, luxury items, and memorabilia are authenticated, showcased, and auctioned.
This April, Tethered Art will debut a three-night event in New York City, featuring fine art, luxury goods, and artist collaborations. From a Studio 54-inspired opening night to private gallery viewings and a live collaborative auction, this event is poised to leave a lasting mark on the art and tech scenes.
We’re seeking a creative and tech-savvy Social Media Marketing Intern to join us in person in New York City. This role is critical to capturing the energy of our preparations and the event itself, creating buzz across platforms, and sharing our story in real-time.
What You’ll Do:
As a Social Media Marketing Intern, you will:
- Develop and Execute Campaigns: Work closely with our team to plan and execute content strategies tailored for TikTok, Instagram, and other platforms.
- Ability to direct: Come up with video/photo shoot ideas to showcase the artists and develop creative content that generates buzz around the soon-to-be multi-city event
- Film and Capture Content: Attend in-person meetings, behind-the-scenes preparations, and live events to film, photograph, and produce engaging visuals.
- Showcase Innovation: Highlight the Tethered System in action through creative storytelling that blends art and technology.
- Engage with the Community: Foster excitement through interactive posts, TikTok challenges, and collaborations with local influencers and artists.
- Cover Events Live: Capture the energy of our three-night event in April 2025, from the Studio 54-inspired debut to private client sessions and the final collaborative auction.
- Post-Event Highlights: Create a dynamic recap of the event, emphasizing key moments and the unique integration of art and technology.
Key Dates for the Event:
- April 24–26, 2025 or April 25–27, 2025
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Event Highlights:
- Night One: Studio 54-inspired evening with dim lights, a DJ, and disposable cameras, paired with the launch of the silent auction via the Tethered System.
- Day/Night Two: Private gallery viewings with champagne hours and exclusive bidding sessions for clients.
- Day Three: Public showcase with live raffles, artist interactions, and final auction announcements.
What We’re Looking For:
- Current college student pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Social Media, or a related field.
- Creative storyteller with a talent for photography, videography, and graphic design.
- Social media native who understands platforms like Instagram and TikTok and can stay ahead of trends.
- Passion for art and technology, with the ability to blend both in compelling ways.
- Proactive self-starter who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
- Based in New York City or willing to commute for in-person work and meetings.
- Availability for 10–15 hours per week, including flexibility for event coverage in April.
Preferred Skills:
- Proficiency with tools like Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or CapCut for editing and design.
- Familiarity with social media scheduling platforms (e.g., Later, Buffer) and email marketing tools (e.g., Mailchimp).
- Experience in filming and producing content, including live event coverage.
What You’ll Gain:
- Real-world experience working with a brand that fuses innovation and art.
- Hands-on involvement in planning, promoting, and executing a high-profile event in New York City.
- Opportunities to network with artists, influencers, and industry leaders.
- A portfolio-worthy role that highlights your ability to bring creative campaigns to life.
How to Apply:
Submit your resume, a brief cover letter, and links to your portfolio or examples of your social media work by January 22, 2025. In your cover letter, tell us about a marketing campaign or trend that inspired you and why.
Join Tethered Art and be a part of an exciting movement where art meets technology. Help us make history with our debut event and create an unforgettable experience for art lovers and innovators alike!