“The Allegheny County Office of Marketing & Special Events offers seasonal paid and for-credit internships to support the department in producing high-quality events and cultural programming across the county and within the Allegheny County Parks. The office helps raise public awareness of county events, activities, and initiatives through marketing, advertising, and social media. The office oversees the marketing of Hartwood Acres Mansion, Hartwood Acres Stables, County Courthouse, County Office Building, and other county-owned facilities as event venues.”
Responsibilities:
- Take lead responsibility for pre-production, production, and post-production of various multimedia projects as assigned
- Research pre-determined projects and brainstorm production ideas
- Create and schedule timelines
- Write scripts
- Set up and break down video and audio equipment for interviews and event documentation
- Operate camera and microphones, and gather B-roll material
- Import, organize, transfer and back up recorded footage and audio
- Log footage, transcribe interviews and prepare edit decision lists
- Work with graphic designer on special graphics
- Research and obtain music
- Coordinate voice overs with talent
Requirements:
- Ability to work independently
- Training in videography and photography
- Professional communication and organizational skills
- Familiarity with editing software
- Ability to think creatively
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required, personal vehicle preferred
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends
Compensation:
- Paid summer internship – $15.00, per hour plus travel reimbursement
- For-credit internship – college credit only
How to Apply:
Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume to dpwemployment@alleghenycounty.us to be considered for this internship opportunity.
Allegheny County also offers internships in Digital Marketing, Graphic Design, and Website Design. For more information on all Allegheny County internships, visit their website here: Marketing and Special Events Internships – Allegheny County, PA