Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Intercollegiate Studies Institute
Job overview
The Associate Media Producer role at Intercollegiate Studies Institute is an entry-level position focused on developing expertise in podcast/video production, studio operations, social media, and graphic design to support the organization's mission of educating for liberty.
Responsibilities and impact
The candidate will assist in digital and studio content production, manage social media posts, coordinate marketing campaigns, work with outside contractors, and repurpose archival content to engage audiences.
Compensation and benefits
This is a full-time salaried position with benefits, based at ISI's Kirby Campus in Wilmington, Delaware, with no remote work option.
Experience and skills
Ideal candidates have some prior experience in video/podcast production, graphic design, or social media marketing, are organized, tech-savvy, creative, and willing to travel occasionally.
Career development
The role offers ongoing mentorship and professional development opportunities to build expertise in digital media and content marketing.
Work environment and culture
ISI values commitment to conservative thought and classical leadership, fostering a humble, hungry, and smart approach to learning within a historic campus environment.
Company information
Founded in 1953, ISI is a nonprofit educating for liberty, known for hosting notable conservative speakers and promoting Western civilization principles.
Team overview
The candidate will join a growing production/social media team led by the Producer/Digital Content Director or contractor equivalent.
Job location and travel
The position is based at ISI's Kirby Campus in Wilmington, Delaware, with a newly built podcast/video media studio and event hall; remote work is not available.
Application process
Applicants must submit a single PDF with résumé, cover letter, salary requirements, and references through ISI's website; inquiries via email only, no phone calls.
Unique job features
The job offers unique access to a historic campus and a new media studio, with opportunities to work on diverse digital content and marketing campaigns aligned with ISI's mission.
Company overview
The Intercollegiate Studies Institute (ISI) is a non-profit educational organization dedicated to promoting conservative principles and classical education among college students. Founded in 1953, ISI provides resources such as books, lectures, and fellowships to encourage intellectual development and foster a deeper understanding of Western civilization, free markets, and limited government. The organization generates revenue through donations, memberships, and the sale of educational materials. Candidates should note ISI's historical role in shaping conservative thought and its commitment to cultivating future leaders aligned with its values.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight any experience with video or podcast production, social media marketing, graphic design, and digital content creation, even if at an early career level, to align closely with ISI's Associate Media Producer role.
Emphasize your organizational skills, tech-savviness, and ability to work collaboratively with contractors and team members, as well as your enthusiasm for conservative thought and classical leadership, which are key to fitting ISI’s culture.
Apply through multiple platforms including the ISI corporate careers page at https://isi.org/careers/associate-media-producer/ and LinkedIn to maximize your visibility and chances of being noticed for this role.
Connect on LinkedIn with current ISI media or digital content team members or the Digital Content Director; ice breakers could include commenting on recent ISI podcasts or social media campaigns, or expressing genuine interest in their mission to educate for liberty and classical leadership.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'podcast production,' 'video editing,' 'social media marketing,' 'graphic design,' 'studio operations,' and 'content distribution' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.
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