Interns – Digital Productions and Social Media
North Central Texas Council of Governments, Arlington, TX, United States
Interns – Digital Productions and Social Media - (2082)
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Job Title
Interns – Digital Productions and Social Media
Job Type
Temporary
Category
Internships
Location
NCTCOG - ARLINGTON, TX 76005 US (Primary)
Travel
Job Description
Are you looking to join an award-winning organization with a culture built on innovation and public service? The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Dallas-Fort Worth region and serves as the fourth largest metropolitan area in the United States.
The Transportation Department of the North Central Texas Council of Governments is seeking Interns in its Digital Productions and Social Media program area to provide assistance in strengthening the region’s engagement in air quality and transportation projects/programs/policies, with a focus on video/photo assets and social media. Applicants wishing to be considered for this position should apply online at
https://www.nctcog.org/Careers . All submittals should include a cover letter summarizing career objectives, as well as a current resume.
Ideal candidates should attend school in the Dallas-Fort Worth region and be able to work at least 20 hours per week while attending school.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Assisting with camera set up/take down and equipment take down and maintenance
Assisting with scheduling photo and video shoots
Assisting with taking internal and external photographs
Working with supervisor to make minor edits to photographs
Assisting with video production for Transportation Department social media channels and websites
Drafting for supervisor review, social media messages to promote digital content
Working with supervisor to develop storyboards for Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts
Collecting analytics on social media traffic and producing reports for supervisor review
Working with supervisor to develop visualizations, animations, and overall communication designs for a variety of Transportation Department programs and projects
Assisting with data entry and the maintenance of databases
Gathering and organizing materials to take to community events
Serving as a representative of NCTCOG’s goals and mission
Required Skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
Basic knowledge of Adobe Suite including Illustrator, Photoshop, and Premiere
Good communication, both verbal and written, and interpersonal skills, with ability to listen to and follow instructions, coordinate with other team members, and present ideas
Detail oriented, highly organized, creative, with an ability to manage multiple assignments/tasks and work well in a deadline-driven environment without diminishing the quality of work
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Required Education and Experience
Must be attending an accredited college or university in a degree-seeking program during employment
No work experience required
Minimum of $17.00 per hour
The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is a voluntary association of, by and for local governments, and was established to assist local governments in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit, and coordinating for sound regional development. NCTCOG's purpose is to strengthen both the individual and collective power of local governments and to help them recognize regional opportunities, eliminate unnecessary duplication, and make joint decisions. Since 1974, NCTCOG has served as the Metropolitan Planning Organization for transportation in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Area and is responsible for developing transportation plans and programs that address the complex needs of the rapidly growing area. The planning area for transportation includes the 12 counties of Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, Tarrant, and Wise.
The agency offers generous benefits, a friendly atmosphere with open communications for cooperative decision making, and challenging opportunities. The environment encourages both individual and team growth, responsibility, and innovation.
NCTCOG is recognized as a military-friendly employer and values the knowledge, experience, and skills acquired during a military service career. All qualified veterans are invited to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: NCTCOG is an equal opportunity employer/program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other classifications covered under federal, state, or local laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Background Check & Drug Testing: All selected candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks include national criminal background check, employment history, motor vehicle record check, social security verification, education verification, and other elements as needed. NCTCOG is committed to a safe and drug free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping NCTCOG safe and drug free. In order to receive an offer of employment from NCTCOG, selected candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background check and drug screening.
E-Verify: The North Central Texas Council of Governments participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.
Job postings are kept open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager.
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Job Title
Interns – Digital Productions and Social Media
Job Type
Temporary
Category
Internships
Location
NCTCOG - ARLINGTON, TX 76005 US (Primary)
Travel
Job Description
Are you looking to join an award-winning organization with a culture built on innovation and public service? The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Dallas-Fort Worth region and serves as the fourth largest metropolitan area in the United States.
The Transportation Department of the North Central Texas Council of Governments is seeking Interns in its Digital Productions and Social Media program area to provide assistance in strengthening the region’s engagement in air quality and transportation projects/programs/policies, with a focus on video/photo assets and social media. Applicants wishing to be considered for this position should apply online at
https://www.nctcog.org/Careers . All submittals should include a cover letter summarizing career objectives, as well as a current resume.
Ideal candidates should attend school in the Dallas-Fort Worth region and be able to work at least 20 hours per week while attending school.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Assisting with camera set up/take down and equipment take down and maintenance
Assisting with scheduling photo and video shoots
Assisting with taking internal and external photographs
Working with supervisor to make minor edits to photographs
Assisting with video production for Transportation Department social media channels and websites
Drafting for supervisor review, social media messages to promote digital content
Working with supervisor to develop storyboards for Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts
Collecting analytics on social media traffic and producing reports for supervisor review
Working with supervisor to develop visualizations, animations, and overall communication designs for a variety of Transportation Department programs and projects
Assisting with data entry and the maintenance of databases
Gathering and organizing materials to take to community events
Serving as a representative of NCTCOG’s goals and mission
Required Skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
Basic knowledge of Adobe Suite including Illustrator, Photoshop, and Premiere
Good communication, both verbal and written, and interpersonal skills, with ability to listen to and follow instructions, coordinate with other team members, and present ideas
Detail oriented, highly organized, creative, with an ability to manage multiple assignments/tasks and work well in a deadline-driven environment without diminishing the quality of work
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Required Education and Experience
Must be attending an accredited college or university in a degree-seeking program during employment
No work experience required
Minimum of $17.00 per hour
The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is a voluntary association of, by and for local governments, and was established to assist local governments in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit, and coordinating for sound regional development. NCTCOG's purpose is to strengthen both the individual and collective power of local governments and to help them recognize regional opportunities, eliminate unnecessary duplication, and make joint decisions. Since 1974, NCTCOG has served as the Metropolitan Planning Organization for transportation in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Area and is responsible for developing transportation plans and programs that address the complex needs of the rapidly growing area. The planning area for transportation includes the 12 counties of Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, Tarrant, and Wise.
The agency offers generous benefits, a friendly atmosphere with open communications for cooperative decision making, and challenging opportunities. The environment encourages both individual and team growth, responsibility, and innovation.
NCTCOG is recognized as a military-friendly employer and values the knowledge, experience, and skills acquired during a military service career. All qualified veterans are invited to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: NCTCOG is an equal opportunity employer/program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other classifications covered under federal, state, or local laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Background Check & Drug Testing: All selected candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks include national criminal background check, employment history, motor vehicle record check, social security verification, education verification, and other elements as needed. NCTCOG is committed to a safe and drug free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping NCTCOG safe and drug free. In order to receive an offer of employment from NCTCOG, selected candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background check and drug screening.
E-Verify: The North Central Texas Council of Governments participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.
Job postings are kept open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager.
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