Social Media and Marketing Intern

Duration: August–December 2026, with the possibility of extension

Hours: 15–20 hours per week, with flexibility around class schedules

Compensation: $15–$20 per hour, based on experience

Location: Charleston, SC — Hybrid

Position Type: Paid Internship

The intern will participate in weekly check‑ins with the Zibra marketing team, either virtually or in person.

Reliable transportation is required. The intern must be available to travel to occasional local events, content shoots, retail locations, and creator locations throughout the Charleston area. Local travel will be scheduled in advance whenever possible.

About Zibra
Founded in 2004, Zibra Paintbrushes designs innovative painting tools that make projects easier, more enjoyable, and more successful. We create professional‑grade products for painters, artists, muralists, furniture refinishers, and DIYers who value quality craftsmanship and creative expression.

At Zibra, we’re a community of doers who turn inspiration into reality. As a growing family‑owned brand, we’re passionate about building a creative community, developing products that solve real problems, and creating content that inspires people to pick up a brush and make something amazing.

What You’ll Do

Assist with social media content creation, scheduling, and management across multiple platforms

Help create short‑form videos, photos, captions, graphics, and other digital content

Research social media trends, emerging platforms, audience behaviors, and content opportunities

Identify potential creators, brand partners, communities, and new audiences

Support influencer marketing, public relations, and community outreach initiatives

Help brainstorm and execute marketing campaigns, product launches, and brand‑awareness initiatives

Assist with podcast promotion, content planning, and audience‑growth efforts

Conduct research on industry trends, competitors, retail opportunities, and customer segments

Engage with creators, artists, painters, DIYers, and other members of the Zibra community

Participate in local content shoots, events, retail visits, and brand activations as needed

What We’re Looking For

Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Business, Digital Media, or a related field

Strong interest in social media, marketing, content creation, and brand building

Familiarity with Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube

Basic experience using Canva

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Highly organized with excellent attention to detail

A self‑starter who takes initiative and is eager to learn

A creative thinker who enjoys brainstorming and problem‑solving

Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively

A positive, dependable, and professional attitude

Reliable transportation and the ability to travel within the Charleston area as needed

Why Join Zibra?

Gain real‑world marketing experience with a growing consumer‑products brand

Build a portfolio using content and campaigns created for an established national brand

Get hands‑on experience with social media, influencer marketing, content production, product launches, and brand strategy

Collaborate with a creative and supportive marketing team

Contribute ideas that can directly influence Zibra’s content and marketing efforts

Connect with artists, creators, painters, and DIY professionals

Gain exposure to retail marketing and partnerships with major national retailers

Receive mentorship, feedback, and professional‑development experience

How to Apply
Please submit:

Your resume

A brief introduction explaining why you are interested in the internship

Two to five examples of content you have created

Examples may include social media posts, TikTok or Instagram Reels, Canva designs, photography, videos, school projects, writing samples, or content from a personal account.

Professional experience is not required. We are most interested in seeing your creativity, communication skills, willingness to learn, and understanding of social media.

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