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Capcom · 1 day ago

Communications Intern (Summer - 12 Weeks)

Hybrid Remote, San Francisco, California

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$25/hr - $25/hr

Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher, and distributor of interactive entertainment. They are seeking a Communications Intern for their summer internship program, where the intern will gain hands-on experience in Public Relations and Social Media while supporting the Communications team with various tasks and projects.

ElectronicsManufacturingSoftwareVideo Games

Responsibilities

Support the Public Relations Manager and Social Media & Community Manager with daily Communications team operations, campaigns, and launches

Conduct video game industry research and prepare reports to highlight trends, discussion points, and cultural moments that are unique and interesting that would benefit Capcom’s Public Relations and Social Media campaign strategy

Conduct a competitive research study on other titles/genres within the industry

Support the Public Relations and Social Media & Community teams’ respective Capcom Creators program duties

Participate in weekly meetings with industry partners and Capcom internal teams. May be requested to take meeting minutes and provide summaries with action items

Provide support to Communications team by drafting media alerts, press releases, social posts, or participating in livestreaming, video recording, along with event planning & coordination

Provide event support for potential Capcom summer events

Other tasks/projects as assigned

Qualification

Public RelationsSocial MediaCommunicationsMicrosoft OfficeProject ManagementVideo EditingPhotoshopCapcom GamesInterpersonal SkillsWritten CommunicationProblem-SolvingAttention to Detail

Required

The ideal candidate is pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, English, Video/TV Production, or another related field

Familiar with Microsoft Windows and proficiency with Microsoft Office Tools (Email, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Strong desire to learn how the Public Relations and Social Media & Community segments of the video game industry operate, including the intricacies of working at a Japanese multi-national corporation (MNC)

The ideal candidate has a keen interest in the interactive entertainment industry, follows video game news websites, and watches game-focused content creators

Knowledgeable about industry brands; notably Capcom

Solid understanding and familiarity of social media platforms such as Twitter/X, Instagram, TikTok, Twitch, and YouTube

Bring an energetic, go-getter attitude to the opportunity and be willing to engage with internal and external partners

Strong organizational & problem-solving skills

Proactivity and positive energy

Desire to actively contribute to active Public Relations and Social Media campaigns

Enthusiasm for creating and fostering relationships internally and externally

Ability to take projects from conception to completion

Attention to detail

Familiarity with Capcom games and recent releases is essential

Project management, analytical, and prioritization skills

Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills; presentation skills a plus

Basic knowledge of Photoshop, video editing, etc. is a plus

Familiarity or knowledge of video game console or PC hardware is a plus

Must be able to lift up to 30-40 lbs

Must be able to lift and transport computer equipment (laptop)

Must work on a computer terminal, requiring long hours sitting, typing, and viewing a monitor

Physical activities include but are not limited to climbing, kneeling, crouching, stooping, standing, walking, lifting talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions

Must be able to travel to conduct and secure business (as needed)