Job Description

Sonaara Marketing/Social Media Internship Posting

Internship Overview

• Position: Marketing Intern/Social Media Intern
• Start Date: February 2025
• Duration: 3-6 months
• Location: Hybrid - Remote Work and occasional in-person meetings
• Workload : 5-10 hours per Week
• Compensation: We currently cannot offer compensation as an early-stage pre-revenue startup. What we can promise is professional development, a strong portfolio, and a network of experienced mentors you can rely on for guidance and career growth
• Requirement: Must be currently enrolled in a 2-4 year undergraduate program based in or near Atlanta

About Sonaara

What is Sonaara? 

We are developing a platform to help people create unique memories with those around them through spontaneous meet-ups. Our goal is to make it as easy as possible for users to translate online connections to real-life experiences. 

While online interactions offer convenience and accessibility, we recognize that most users on social apps seek deeper, more meaningful connections that can best be cultivated through in-person experiences. Sonaara helps people create those spontaneous, in-person connections. Simply send out a ping with what you want to do that day, and Sonaara lets you match with others nearby who are interested, allowing you to connect in real life quickly. In addition to users, Sonaara also serves businesses, partnering with local establishments to host activities that encourage users to meet up, while increasing exposure and driving more customers to our business partners. For more information about our platform, visit us at Sonaara.com .

Why Join Sonaara? 

As a very early-stage startup with a small, but dedicated team, you will have the unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping our product and company culture. We prioritize the right balance of ownership, training, and mentorship to ensure your time with us is rewarding and enriching. If you’re excited about fostering relationships with diverse clients and passionate about connecting people, join us in building something special!

Roles and Responsibilities

As a Marketing/Social Media Intern , you will focus on:

Physical and Digital Media:

• Material Design: Assist in designing, creating, and bringing to life new materials for in-person and digital outreach for the Sonaara app using platforms such as Illustrator, Photoshop, Canva, GIMP, etc.
• Social Media Campaigning: Create materials for our social media accounts, leveraging polished, informative, and trendy ideas to highlight and showcase Sonaara’s strengths and uniqueness in the online dating and social meetup market.
• Personal Outreach: Work closely with the team to spread awareness of Sonaara through in-person events and campus involvement.

Marketing Strategy:

• Multi-Platform Engagement: Connect with our target audiences through creative campaigns across social media, email, and other digital platforms.
• Data and Analytics: Analyze marketing performance metrics and optimize campaigns through trends, trial-and-error, and patterns in marketing data.
• Logistics: Translate ideas into reality. Enable efforts like influencer partnerships, tabling, and community outreach through research and scheduling.

Startup Experience:

• Agile Environment: Adapt to the fast-paced, ever-evolving nature of a startup, learning to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Team Collaboration: Work alongside diverse teams, fostering a holistic understanding of how different departments interconnect to drive company success.

Comprehensive Benefits for You

To ensure your internship is a transformative experience, we offer a range of benefits tailored to your professional and personal growth:

Professional Development:

• Real-World Projects: Engage in meaningful projects from the ground up, giving you the chance to see your work directly impact our platform and user base.
• Skill Development: Enhance your design proficiency, problem-solving abilities, and technical acumen through practical application and mentorship.
• Training: Work with the CEO to learn about design principles, creative software, marketing principles, and more.
• Leadership: Develop your leadership skills and enable you to pursue your creativity and take the initiative to think of ideas and execute them.

Mentorship:

• Career Coaching: Access to a team of experienced graduates who can help you with resume building, interview preparation, and career path exploration.
• Peer Collaboration: Build lasting relationships with team members, fostering a strong professional network.
• Confidence Building: Develop confidence through hands-on projects, presentations, and collaborative work.
• Time Management: Enhance your organizational and time management skills by juggling multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

Portfolio Enhancement:

• Project Showcase: Develop a robust portfolio by contributing to key projects, showcasing your skills and achievements to future employers.
• Public Contributions: Opportunity to have your work featured in public settings, press releases, and case studies.

Flexible Learning Environment:

• Adaptable Schedule: Balance your academic commitments with internship responsibilities through flexible hours.
• Remote: Choose a work arrangement that best suits your lifestyle and preferences, ensuring a comfortable and productive experience.

Inclusive and Supportive Culture:

• Team-Building Activities: Participate in team-building events to strengthen collaboration.
• Friday Fun Day: Join the team on our weekly social hangouts!

Your Journey at Sonaara

Onboarding and Initial Training

• Familiarize yourself with Sonaara’s design, marketing strategy, and target audiences.
• Meet the team.
• Begin contributing to marketing materials and social media presence.

Intermediate Projects and Outreach Strategy

• Take ownership of specific methods of outreach and awareness.
• Collaborate with the team to understand user needs and translate them into written or visual materials.
• Leverage marketing analytics to gather feedback to iterate on marketing.

Advanced Projects and Leadership Development

• Lead a small marketing or social media campaign from concept to deployment.
• Present your projects and outcomes to the team, showcasing your contributions and learnings.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and optional cover letter to [email protected] We look forward to the possibility of working with you and helping you achieve your professional aspirations.

If you have any questions, email us at [email protected]  

Join us at Sonaara and be a part of shaping the future of online dating and meetups!

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