Social Media & Marketing Intern (College Credit Only)

Social Media & Marketing Intern (College Credit Only)
Reports to – Founder, Surprise Stories

Surprise Stories Overview
Surprise Stories is a nighttime storytelling game designed to make bedtime magical. We know bedtime can be challenging, so we created a fun, imaginative way for families to transition from day to night without a fight. Through a treasury of unique characters, uncharted worlds, and surprising storylines, we empower families to spark imagination, foster connection, and create bedtime memories that last a lifetime… one story at a time.

Our mission is simple: Inspire imagination. Create connection. Make bedtime magical.

Position Overview
Surprise Stories is seeking a creative, self-motivated Social Media & Marketing Intern for Summer 2025 (or Fall, based on availability). This intern will play a key role in building and growing our digital presence across platforms, with a focus on developing original content—both photo and video—that reflects the Surprise Stories brand voice and aesthetic.

Given the small-business nature of Surprise Stories, this is a hands-on internship where you will gain valuable experience across multiple areas of marketing, including content creation, social media strategy, email marketing, and branding. This internship is offered for college credit only and requires a commitment of approximately 8-12 hours per week (hours open to discussion, based on your school’s credit requirements). Remote with occasional in-person opportunities (Jacksonville-based preferred, but open to candidates from other locations as well).

Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan, shoot, and edit original photo and video content for Instagram, TikTok, and other platforms  (flat lays, lifestyle, stop motion, etc.)

• Organize digital assets and maintain a growing content library

• Assist with social media calendar creation, scheduling, and posting

• Research trends, hashtags, and content ideas to help Surprise Stories grow and engage our audience.

• Create fun, shareable social media content that reflect our brand’s voice

• Write copy for social posts, email newsletters, and blog 

• Conduct influencer outreach to support partnerships, gifting opportunities, and collaborations

• Track analytics and engagement metrics to inform content strategy

• Maintain and organize a growing library of Surprise Stories media assets
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Current undergraduate student, ideally majoring in Marketing, Communications, Media, or a related field
  
  
• Strong photography and video skills; confident in using a phone camera and/or DSLR
  
  
• Familiarity with social platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook), knowledge of current trends and scheduling tools
  
  
• Friendly, collaborative, and eager to contribute ideas
  
  
• Excellent written communication and storytelling skills
  
  
• Self-starter who can take initiative and work independently
  
  
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks
  
  
• Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), or video editing apps a plus
  
  
• Creative thinker who enjoys working in a start-up/small business environment
  
  
• Previous internship, freelance, or class project experience related to digital marketing or content creation (a plus, but not required!)
  
  
• Must be eligible to receive college credit

What You’ll Gain
Real-world experience creating content for a growing, purpose-driven brand

• The chance to build a portfolio of original photography, video, and branded content

• Behind-the-scenes access to brand building and retail growth

• Flexible schedule and creative freedom

• Academic credit

Interested?

Please send your resume, social media handles (if applicable), and a brief note on why you're excited to work with Surprise Stories to jessica@thesurprisestories.com.

www.thesurprisestories.com
@thesurprisestories