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Lazeez Pakistani Indian Mediterranean Grill is a dine-in restaurant in Las Vegas. We want more people to see our food online, and we’re looking for a paid Social Media Intern (Content & Video) to help. This is an in-person, part-time role at the restaurant, about 3 hours a week to start. Hours can grow if your content is good. We’ll start with the first month, then review together and keep going if it’s a good fit for both of us. Pay details will be discussed in person.
Responsibilities
- Film short videos for Reels, TikTok, and similar apps
- Take photos of our food and the restaurant
- Edit videos and photos
- Write captions and post on a regular schedule
Requirements
- Experience posting on social media or making your own content (preferred)
- Examples of your work to share. A personal account is fine.
- Able to come to the restaurant in person in Las Vegas, NV
- Reliable and able to post on schedule
Pay: $20.00 - $50.00 per hour
Expected hours: 3.0 – 5.0 per week
Application Question(s):
- Have you made or posted social media content before?
- Do you have examples of your content you can share (a social media account or portfolio)?
- Can you work in person at our restaurant in Las Vegas, NV? Yes/No
Work Location: In person
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Tips for Your Video Content Creator Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large media companies, agencies, and tech platforms open summer intern recruiting the preceding fall and close cohorts months before the start date. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start, so roles appear year-round. Check listings regularly and apply as soon as a role opens rather than waiting for a convenient moment.
Build a portfolio before you need one
Hiring teams for video content creator interns assess your reel or published work before they read your resume. Document every class project, personal video, or freelance piece with the tools used, editing software, motion graphics platforms, cameras, and link to the finished work somewhere accessible, whether a channel, website, or shared drive folder.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. At the same time, apply directly to smaller companies running their own cohorts, combining both channels widens the pool you reach and reduces dependence on any single path.
Practice your portfolio review conversation out loud
Video content creator intern screens often involve walking an interviewer through a piece of your work: why you made creative choices, what tools you used, and what you would do differently. Practice narrating your reel or a specific project aloud before the interview, explaining your reasoning clearly, since interviewers weigh how you think as much as the finished product.
Target structured content creator programs at larger companies
Several media companies, agencies, and platforms run cohort-based creator or digital media internship programs designed specifically for people new to professional production. These programs recruit early, fill fast, and offer structured mentorship you won't find in a one-off intern hire. Identify the programs that fit your focus area and apply in the first wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 67% of the video content creator internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to, on-site, hybrid, or remote, before you start sorting through listings. Filtering by location and work type upfront means you spend time on roles you can actually take rather than applying and discovering a conflict later.
Video Content Creator Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a video content creator internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For video content creator candidates, a linked reel or published portfolio of produced work gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a video content creator internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for video content creator interns is consistent output on real projects, positive team feedback, and available headcount when your internship ends. Position yourself by treating every assignment as portfolio work and expressing your interest early, while keeping other options open.
When should I apply for video content creator internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large media companies, agencies, and tech platforms recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing cohorts before spring semester begins. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly and applying as soon as a role appears gives you the best shot.
Are video content creator internships paid?
Most professional video content creator internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing will show it. Unpaid arrangements exist mainly at very small or nonprofit organizations, so check each posting carefully before applying.
What should a video content creator internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools used, editing software, cameras, motion graphics platforms, and link directly to the finished work, whether a published video, channel, or online reel. Add relevant coursework in production, media, or communications, and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote video content creator internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 33% of the video content creator internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from anywhere, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
Can international students get video content creator internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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