Social Media Marketing Intern

Are you passionate about storytelling, social media, and promoting diverse narratives? TalesByBelle is seeking a Social Media Marketing Intern (unpaid) to support our digital marketing efforts across platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. The ideal candidate is creative, organized, and has a strong interest in publishing and queer high fantasy literature.

This internship is unpaid and remote. The duration of the internship is around 6-8 weeks with the possibility of a full-time employment offer. We cover any related expenses and can offer academic credit for this internship if you reach out to us.

This is a winter internship.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in creating and scheduling engaging content for social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Facebook, etc.)

• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop innovative strategies to grow our social media presence

• Monitor social media trends, track analytics, and adjust strategies based on performance

• Help create promotional campaigns for book launches and other publishing initiatives

• Engage with our online community, responding to comments and messages in line with our brand voice

• Research social media influencers and potential brand partnerships within the literary and LGBTQ communities

• Be able to commit at least 10-15 hours a week for this internship.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field (or relevant experience)

• Strong passion for social media marketing and familiarity with platforms like Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to think creatively and outside the box to develop unique marketing strategies

• Interest in queer high fantasy literature and publishing is a plus

• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage time effectively

• Basic knowledge of Canva or other graphic design tools is a plus

Perks:

• Flexible, remote work - work from anywhere. set your own hours.

• Hands-on experience in digital marketing, publishing, and brand-building.

• Be part of a mission-driven company focused on uplifting marginalized voices and promoting diverse stories.

• Creative freedom to explore new ideas and strategies for engaging our audience.

• Potential for future opportunities – High-performing interns may be considered for full-time roles or freelance projects within TalesByBelle.

• Networking opportunities – Build connections within the literary, LGBTQ , and publishing communities.

• Free or discounted access to new book releases – Be among the first to read our new titles and get involved in the creative process.

• Collaborative team environment – Work closely with a small, passionate team where your ideas and contributions will be valued.

• Portfolio development – Build a strong portfolio of work by contributing to real-world campaigns and digital content creation.

To Apply:

Please send your portfolio, resume, and a brief cover letter explaining why you’re interested in working with TalesByBelle and how you can contribute to our social media efforts to talesbybelles@gmail.com. Include links to any social media accounts or portfolios that showcase your work.

TalesByBelle is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.