Content Creation Internship (Tampa, FL)

About the Internship

Elite Podcast Studio is hiring a Social Media & Short-Form Video Intern to produce short-form content and manage their social media presence, with a primary focus on Instagram. This is a paid, part-time, in-person internship at their studio in Odessa, Florida.

You will learn how short-form video is planned, filmed, edited, published, and measured, and will apply these learnings to real accounts under the guidance of the team. The program includes structured training, mentorship, and portfolio-building opportunities.

About Elite Podcast Studio

Elite Podcast Studio is a Tampa Bay podcast studio and full-service video production facility. They support short-form content, video production, executive personal branding, interviews, educational content, and corporate media.

Key Responsibilities

Under the guidance and mentorship of the Elite Podcast Studio team, the intern will:

• Help manage the studio's Instagram account, including posting Reels, carousels, and daily Stories.
• Create Stories that use engagement features such as polls, questions, and location tags.
• Film short-form video and photo content in the studio and on set, including phone-shot, behind-the-scenes content.
• Cut podcast episodes and long-form interviews into short clips (typically 15 to 30 seconds) built around a strong opening hook.
• Edit clips with captions, dynamic framing, b-roll, and clean audio, and export them in 9:16, 1:1, and 16:9 formats.
• Repurpose and cross-post content to Facebook, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and LinkedIn.
• Research trending sounds, formats, and niche trends, and adapt them to the studio's brand.
• Review Instagram analytics (watch time, retention, reach, engagement) and help report on what is working.
• Contribute ideas in content planning and strategy sessions.
• Learn account best practices such as security settings, professional account setup, and account status checks.
• Support podcast and video production days in a client-facing environment.

AI & Social Media Training

AI is an important part of the workflow, and the intern will receive hands-on exposure to AI-assisted tools for content ideation, hook and caption writing, script development, editing workflows, content repurposing, and performance analysis. No advanced AI experience is required.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Must be in Tampa, Florida.
• Familiarity with Instagram and short-form video usage.
• Interest in social media management, content creation, video editing, marketing, or communications.
• Interest in learning editing tools such as CapCut, Premiere Pro, or similar software.
• Curiosity about analytics and content performance.
• Dependable and able to arrive on time for scheduled hours.
• Willingness to receive feedback and apply direction.
• Able to communicate professionally with clients, guests, and colleagues.
• Comfort appearing on camera is a plus but not required.

Schedule & Location

• Work Location: On-site at 2509 Success Drive, Odessa, FL 33556.
• Part-time scheduling can be coordinated around college classes and other academic commitments.
• Starts immediately.

Compensation

• Pay: $15.00 per hour.
• College Credit: Eligible, subject to school requirements.

What You Can Gain

• A portfolio of published short-form content and approved project work.
• Hands-on experience managing a business Instagram account.
• Practical skills in hooks, editing, captions, trends, and analytics.
• Experience with professional cameras, lighting, and audio.
• Practical experience with AI-assisted content tools.
• Exposure to entrepreneurs, executives, and creators.
• Mentorship from professionals in media production and business.