Fall Internship

Description

Connect with the Spencer County community and help continue the growth of local tourism. Working at the Spencer County Visitors Bureau is an opportunity to gain relevant experience while promoting two of the best men in hats – Santa Claus and Abraham Lincoln! The work culture is positive and filled with everything from greeting friendly visitors to brainstorming ways to increase local tourism and destination awareness for Spencer County. 

This position reports to the Executive Director and will work closely with the entire Visitors Bureau team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with social media content including photo, video, graphics, events, contests, etc. to help promote Spencer County as a destination.
• Help curate user-generated content for marketing use.
• Research, collect, and maintain contact information for media and community lists and other databases.
• Help update and maintain accurate information on websites, online platforms, and resources.
• Participate in photography/videography projects by aiding in production, coordination, editing, etc.
• Prepare and send mailings.
• Assist with tracking and analyzing available data.
• Distribute visitor resources to area stakeholders.
• Assist with visitor and stakeholder requests.
• Attend staff, board, community, and partner meetings as needed and with a willingness to report on activities.
• Special event assistance and coverage.
• General office-related tasks including digitizing files, printing resources, etc.

Other duties may be assigned to aid the Visitors Bureau team in providing incredible customer service to visitors and stakeholders, while representing a positive image of our destination. 

Qualifications

Experience with writing, smartphone video/photo creation and editing, social media, and Microsoft programs is recommended. Familiarity with website management is a plus. Basic knowledge about Spencer County’s tourism-related businesses and history is preferred.

The individual must be flexible and able to adjust to rapidly changing priorities while maintaining ongoing tasks and projects. In addition, we’re looking for someone who can be organized, utilize time management skills, and communicate professionally. A strong work ethic and willingness to try new things is a must.

This position requires a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

The applicant will need to keep any sensitive material and information confidential.