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About the Company: Host Guest
Host Guest is a U.S.-based startup founded in 2024 and officially registered in Georgia in 2025. Its core mission is to connect international students, out-of-state students, and cultural travelers with welcoming, verified host families across the United States. The platform aims to foster a strong sense of belonging, safety, and personal connection for its users.
The company is preparing for a public launch in August 2025. Currently, it is focused on building its digital presence, developing an outreach strategy, and establishing the necessary internal infrastructure for its success.
Host Guest operates with a fully remote team comprising interns and professionals specializing in various fields, including marketing, design, technology, partnerships, and project coordination. The team emphasizes preparing a high-impact launch driven by authentic stories and creative energy.
Job Description: Influencer & Social Content Intern
The Influencer & Social Content Intern is a crucial role within Host Guest’s Content team, focused primarily on video-first content creation and campaign support. This position is ideal for creative and confident individuals passionate about shaping a brand’s digital voice.
Overall Purpose:
The intern will be responsible for capturing, editing, and posting short-form videos across key social media platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, and LinkedIn to vividly bring the Host Guest brand to life. This role also involves potentially appearing on camera or directing others to tell powerful, human stories that resonate with the brand’s mission. The intern will play a direct role in shaping the voice, rhythm, and visibility of Host Guest prior to its official launch.
Collaboration:
The Influencer & Social Content Intern will work closely with:
• The Social Media Intern
• The Digital Marketing team
• The Graphic Design team
• The Marketing Manager Intern
This collaboration ensures content aligns with weekly campaigns and overarching messaging goals.
Key Responsibilities:
• Film and edit short-form videos specifically for TikTok, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
• Actively participate in content planning sessions with the marketing team.
• Contribute creative ideas and pitches during weekly brainstorm sessions.
• Comfortably appear on camera or effectively direct others in brand-friendly content shoots.
• Develop engaging captions, hooks, voiceovers, and overall social storytelling elements for videos.
• Organize and upload created content into shared folders, adhering to Host Guest naming standards.
• Coordinate with design and marketing teams to integrate branded visuals and overlays into videos.
• Monitor and track current trends, trending audio, and viral formats relevant to Host Guest’s mission and aesthetic.
• Provide support for various campaign series, including intern takeovers, host family features, and launch countdowns.
Qualifications:
• Must be based in the United States.
• Possess at least 2 years of experience in creating video content for social media, campaigns, or brand growth.
• Comfortable being on camera or adept at directing visual stories with clarity and creativity.
• Proficient in video editing tools such as CapCut, Canva, iMovie, or similar platforms.
• Demonstrate a strong sense of timing, effective audio pairing, and engaging storytelling abilities.
• Exhibit organizational skills, self-motivation, and responsiveness in a remote working environment.
• Capable of writing and editing captions, brainstorming scripts, and adapting to weekly content shifts.
• Bonus Experience: Prior experience with cultural storytelling, community features, or campaign launches is a plus.
Tools Utilized:
• Google Workspace (Docs, Drive, Calendar, Meet)
• Canva and Figma (for design collaboration)
• CapCut, iMovie, or the intern’s preferred video editing tool
• Slack and Asana (for communication and task management)
Compensation & Internship Details:
• Internship Period: July 10 to September 6, 2025.
• Position Type: Remote, part-time.
• Working Hours: 15 to 20 hours per week.
• Compensation: A base stipend of $500 for the full internship period.
• Bonus Opportunity: Up to an additional $500 bonus based on performance and team contributions.
• Career Growth: Offers a strong portfolio-building opportunity with real content published across brand channels. High-performing interns may be considered for part-time or freelance roles post-launch.
Why Host Guest?
Host Guest is committed to building more than just a platform; it aims to create a brand that deeply values humanity, connection, and creativity. Interns’ content will be impactful, directly contributing to the launch of a product, the growth of a movement, and helping students and families feel truly seen. The company seeks individuals who are passionate about bringing stories to life and want their creativity to make a tangible difference.