Digital content strategist

Job description/tasks

About OPE!
OPE! is a music blog and newsletter operated by Brady Gerber, an LA-based music journalist. OPE! publishes daily reviews of new songs, and the weekly newsletter rounds up these reviews along with a curated list of favorite writings and links from the past week.

Position summary
OPE! is growing and is seeking a Digital Content Strategy college intern to help strategize and execute a plan to expand OPE!’s reach and readership. Measurements to track include website visitors, newsletter subscribers (free and paid), and content engagement.

Essential duties
• Create a SWOT analysis on the current state of OPE! compared to competition
• Research the latest tools and trends in blogging and newsletters
• Write, execute, and track an OPE! digital content strategy
• Lead OPE!’s social media channels (Bluesky, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc)
• Submit weekly reports on OPE! performance across various channels and metrics

Required qualifications

Skills & qualifications
• A passion for writing, music, or media
• Availability to meet weekly over the phone to discuss reports and evolving to-do’s
• A desire to learn with an openness to constructive feedback
• Experience with, or willingness to learn, the following and more: WordPress,
Substack, Google Analytics 4, Looker Studio, Google Search Console, Hootsuite

How to apply

Please send your resume and cover letter to Brady Gerber (bradywgerber@gmail.com). NOTE: This internship description is not all-inclusive. Interns may perform other related duties as requested to meet the ongoing needs of OPE!.

OPE! is currently unable to offer a paid internship. Instead, this unpaid internship is a resume builder and a practical way to gain real-life media and content experience. Perks include flexible hours, mentorship, and, based on how well the candidate performs their duties, a professional recommendation and advocate for future work opportunities.