Writing Internship - Portland

Copywriters and editors, you'll want to jump on this exciting training opportunity to develop your web marketing writing skills for a fun, fast-growing company set to create a state-of-the-art online presence.

OVERVIEW AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
We're looking for an energetic, smart and laugh-loving person to receive part-time training with our senior management team as they create new content for our company's websites.
Training will include:*
Process and creation of B2B web site
Process and creation of marketing copy for electronic mail and printed brochure campaigns for B2B and B2C customers.*
Process and creation of marketing material for both electronic media (web, e-mail, blogs, social media) and print.*
Execution social media and internet marketing strategies.
Training closely with all departments as approved changes are made.

REQUIREMENTS:* Excellent copywriting skills are a must.* Excellent verbal and written communication skills in all other areas a must.* Knowledge of SEO and email marketing principles a plus.* Knowledge of and experience with SEO-production style writing is highly preferred.* Knowledge of and familiarity with social media including Facebook and Twitter a plus.* Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) a plus.* A strong willingness to learn and adapt is a must.* Well-developed sense of humor absolutely essential.* Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, or a related field a plus.* Familiarity with AP and Chicago styles preferred.*

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:Please send a single email with the following info to careers@portlandwalkingtours.com:1. The name of the position you are applying for in the subject line.2. Cover letter describing yourself, your career aspirations and your availability to begin.3. Current resume detailing your education and experience, particularly experience related to this position.4. Samples of copywriting that is appropriate to what you will be trained on.5. Your Phone Interview Questions - After reviewing your response to the items above, if we feel that there is the potential of a good fit, we will schedule a 15-20 minute phone interview. Please provide us with the questions you would like answers to during the phone interview.

Posted by: Christina Davis