Communications Intern - Cincinnati, United States - Federal Home Loan Bank of Cincinnati

Description

Communications Intern

General Summary:
Executes
to support Bank's communications efforts through copywriting, editing, design,
project management, photography and administrative management.

Principal Duties and
Responsibilities:

• Works in coordination with the Communications Manager to complete communications projects that may include the creation of fliers, postcards, press releases, web materials, advertisements and other items as needed.
• Uses Canva or Adobe Creative Suite to complete graphic design projects.
• Write copy as needed for FHLB internal publications.
• Travels locally when available to photograph Housing and Community Investment events or internal volunteer opportunities.
• Uses stories from funded housing programs to develop articles, conducting interviews as needed.
• Provides branding and editing support throughout the Bank in support of communications efforts including writing, designing and editing PowerPoints, Adobe PDFs, and other external facing documents.
• Assists with FHLB website management process.
• Assists with other related responsibilities as assigned including but not limited to graphic design, videography, copywriting, editing and administrative support.

Minimum Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities Required:

• Completed or working toward a college degree (junior level and up), preferably in a related field (e.g., marketing/communications, advertising, public relations or business)
• Willingness to speak in public in front of small groups.
• Excellent written, oral communication, proofreading and editing skills.
• Self-starter, good time management skills and creative, with ability to communicate in a professional manner and independently manage projects with tight deadlines to completion.
• Must be computer literate (working knowledge of word processing, PowerPoint, Excel). Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Canva and Constant Contact highly desired.
• Willingness to learn the banking industry.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion. Promotes an environment of empathy and respect. Advocates for diversity at all levels of team members and in the selection of business partners and practices inclusion in all areas of responsibility. Supports D&I events and learning opportunities.

Working Conditions:

Requires
frequent interaction with website, intranet, and social media postings.
Flexibility to photograph events outside the Bank, occasionally outside normal
business hours locally.