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Title: Content Creation & Video Editing Intern

Position: Video Editing, Content Creation, Social Media, SEO, Copywriting, AI

Location: Virtually, online. Candidates may be invited to visit Asheville, North Carolina for an in-person team-building and co-working retreat.

Duties: As a Content Creation & Video Editing Intern, you will play a critical role in producing high-quality digital content that aligns with our brand’s mission and values. Your key responsibilities will include:

Video Editing:

• Edit long-form video podcasts to create professional, polished content suitable for publishing on video hosting platforms like YouTube, Vimeo, and Rumble.
• Content Distribution: Upload finalized video content to various video platforms and publish audio files to podcast distribution sites.
• Short-Form Content Creation: Edit and repurpose video podcasts into informative and entertaining short-form reels for social media, optimizing for engagement and reach.
• SEO & Copywriting: Write SEO-optimized descriptions and viral copy to accompany videos, podcasts, and social media reels, ensuring maximum visibility.
• Utilize AI, SEO tools, keyword research, targeted tags and the latest trends for a comprehensive effort.
• File Management: Organize and manage video files on cloud storage, maintaining a clear and accessible archive of all content.

Desired Candidate Academic Year:
Sophomore, Junior, or Senior. Graduate students are also welcome to apply.

Preferred Major(s):
Marketing, Digital Marketing, Business, New Media, Digital Media, Media Studies, Broadcast Media, Film Production, Digital Media, Communications, Advertising, Journalism, English/Creative Writing, Public Relations, Graphic Design, Social Media, or a related field.

What You’ll Gain:

• Hands-On Experience: Develop your skills in video editing, content creation, and SEO within a real-world setting.
• Portfolio Building: Create and curate professional content for your portfolio, including published videos, podcasts, and social media reels.
• Mentorship and Skill Building: Receive 1-on-1 and group training sessions from experienced professionals in media production and digital marketing.
• Professional Development: Access to free private coaching sessions and personalized guidance to help you advance in your chosen career path.
• Networking: Build connections within the coaching, consulting, and wellness industries.
• Private Life Coaching: Forest Soleil will offer each intern private life coaching to suit their custom needs in the areas of relationships, communication, personal development, holistic wellness, career and more.

Specific Tasks & Time Estimates

Weekly Video Podcast Editing (90-120 minutes)

• Edit the full podcast episode (add captions, titles, subtitles, intro/outro, music jingles, and calls to action).
• Ensure smooth transitions and professional presentation.
• Upload to YouTube, Vimeo, and Rumble with proper formatting.
• Estimated Time: 8-10 hours per week (1 episode).

Podcast Audio Editing

• Edit and export audio-only versions of the podcast.
• Upload to Buzzsprout or Descript for publishing.
• Format and optimize for audio platforms.
• Estimated Time: 2 hours per week.

Transcript Generation & Blog Preparation

• Generate an accurate transcript of each podcast episode.
• Proofread and format the transcript for blog posting.
• Estimated Time: 1-2 hours per week.

Social Media Reels Creation

• Create 10 captivating short-form reels (30-90 seconds) from each podcast episode.
• Add captions, engaging transitions, and subtitles.
• Save to a shared drive (e.g., iCloud or Google Drive) for the social media team.
• Estimated Time: 6-8 hours per week.

Backlog Podcast Editing

• Create accompanying social media reels for these episodes.
• Edit and publish 7-8 already-recorded podcast episodes (video and audio).
• Estimated Time: 10-12 hours per week (spread over several weeks).

Educational Video Editing

• Edit solo educational videos (10-30 minutes) with captions, titles, and intros/outros.
• Publish to YouTube or save to a shared drive for the social media team.
• Estimated Time: 4-6 hours per week for 1-2 videos.

Optional/Additional Video Editing Tasks

Suggestions:

• Create teaser trailers for upcoming podcast episodes.
• Repurpose old podcast content into new reels or educational snippets.
• Help optimize thumbnails and metadata for YouTube uploads.
• Estimated Time: 2-3 hours per week (if needed).

Total Weekly Time Estimate

• Initial Backlog Period (first few weeks): 25-30 hours per week.
• Ongoing Weekly Work: 20-25 hours per week.

Training Recommendations

Initial Onboarding

• Conduct a 1-hour video call to introduce Avery to your brand’s style, tone, and goals.
  Share detailed guidelines or examples of the editing style you want (e.g., references for intro/outro, captions, etc.).
• Walk through your podcast production process step by step.
• Hands-On Training
• Assign Avery to edit one of your existing podcast episodes as a test project.
• Provide specific feedback on the first draft (e.g., timing of transitions, clarity of captions, branding consistency).
• Have her refine the episode based on feedback.
  Access & Tools
• Provide access to Riverside FM recordings, your logo/branding assets, and templates (e.g., for intros/outros).
• Share login credentials for platforms like YouTube, Buzzsprout, and shared drives.

Accountability & Work Review

• Weekly Check-Ins
• Schedule a 30-minute meeting each week to discuss progress, challenges, and upcoming tasks.
• Review work (e.g., a draft of an edited podcast or a reel) during the call.
• Feedback Loop
• Use collaborative tools like Google Docs or a shared folder for Avery to submit work.
• Provide written or recorded feedback, pointing out specific changes needed.
• Tracking Progress
• Use a simple project management tool (e.g., Trello, Asana) to track tasks, deadlines, and completed work.
• Create a shared spreadsheet or document to track the backlog editing progress.
• Performance Reviews
• Conduct monthly evaluations to assess her editing quality, adherence to deadlines, and overall contribution.
• Offer constructive feedback and acknowledge achievements.

With clear guidelines and consistent feedback, she could not only handle your immediate editing needs but also grow into a more independent contributor to your team.

Contact Information:
Forest Soleil
Owner/Entrepreneur – Forest Soleil Coaching & Consulting
Connected Relationship Coach & Natural Birth Consultant
https://www.forestsoleil.com
Email: forestsoleilcoaching@gmail.com

Closing Date:
No closing date. Ongoing availability. Interested candidates are encouraged to inquire as this is a small but growing company.