About the position
Genies is seeking a Marketing and Social Media Intern to join our fast-moving team for a hands-on internship experience. Based in our Los Angeles headquarters, this role is perfect for someone who lives and breathes internet culture, loves storytelling through social content, and is looking to grow their experience in marketing at a fast-growing tech company that sits at the intersection of gaming, social consumer, and emerging tech. Our ideal candidate is deeply in tune with social media trends, knows how to craft compelling content, and is eager to bring fresh creative energy to our brand. You'll work closely with the marketing team to support our social channels, content creation, brand activations, and collaboration outreach-playing a real role in building and scaling Genies' presence. Our internship program has a minimum duration of 12 weeks.
Responsibilities
- Assist in managing Genies' social media accounts, primarily Instagram and X, with occasional support on LinkedIn.
- Help schedule and publish posts, write captions, and develop creative briefs and ideas in collaboration with designers and motion artists.
- Track and research cultural trends, AI news, tech/gaming moments, and fashion trends to help keep Genies' voice timely and relevant.
- Draft short-form written content for social media, blog posts, video scripts, email newsletters, and marketing campaigns.
- Support outreach for creator collabs, media features, and brand partnerships by helping identify opportunities and assisting with initial contact.
- Help brainstorm and pitch new creative concepts that align with our marketing goals and Gen Z/Alpha culture.
- Utilize tools like Canva, ChatGPT, Excel, Notion (or similar), and other AI/AIGC tools to help streamline planning, content creation, and campaign coordination.
Requirements
- Some prior experience in marketing, social media, community management, or digital content creation-internships or student org roles count!
- Familiar with Instagram, X, TikTok, and LinkedIn from a creator, brand, or community lens.
- Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills with an eye for culture, timing, and tone.
- A natural curiosity for AI, technology, and digital fashion-and ideally, some experience with or interest in AIGC tools like ChatGPT, Midjourney, or Runway.
- Comfortable using tools like Canva, Notion, Google Suite, and social media platforms.
- Self-motivated and proactive-you're someone who brings ideas to the table and takes initiative to run with them.
- A passion for storytelling and creativity with a collaborative, team-first mindset.
Nice-to-haves
- Familiarity with social media analytics tools or reporting dashboards.
Benefits
- You'll gain real-world marketing experience at a well-funded, culture-first tech startup.
- You'll get to build your portfolio with meaningful projects across social media, content, and brand strategy, including support for your own professional development.
- You'll work directly with a small but seasoned marketing team and have a voice in creative decisions.
- You'll learn about the intersections of AI, gaming, avatars, and pop culture-and get early access to new product releases.
- You'll enjoy the culture and perks of a startup, with the stability of being well funded.
- Choice of MacBook or windows laptop.
