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Social Media Intern

Volunteer | 5-10 hours/week | Remote

We’re looking for a creative and culturally attuned Social Media Manager to help bring Lotus Magazine’s stories to life online.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys visual storytelling, community engagement, and building digital spaces that celebrate AAPI culture and creativity. The Social Media Manager will help translate our editorial content into engaging social posts while helping grow and nurture the Lotus community across platforms.

What You’ll Do

  • Manage Lotus Magazine’s social media presence (primarily Instagram, with potential expansion to TikTok or other platforms)

  • Create and schedule posts that highlight articles, interviews, artists, and community events

  • Design visually compelling posts, reels, and story content

  • Collaborate with writers and editors to translate editorial stories into engaging social content

  • Engage with the community by responding to comments, messages, and community conversations

  • Track engagement and help identify content that resonates with our audience

What You’ll Gain

  • Hands-on experience managing social media for a mission-driven publication

  • Opportunities to shape the digital voice and aesthetic of Lotus Magazine

  • Portfolio-building work in social media strategy and content creation

  • Creative collaboration with writers, artists, and community leaders

  • A meaningful role in uplifting AAPI voices and culture

You’re a great fit if you…

  • Care deeply about AAPI culture, storytelling, and representation

  • Enjoy creating visually engaging content

  • Have experience with or interest in platforms like Instagram, TikTok, or Pinterest

  • Have a strong sense of aesthetic and visual storytelling

  • Are organized and comfortable managing posting schedules

  • Can commit 5–10 hours per week

  • Experience with tools like Canva, Notion, Adobe, CapCut, or scheduling platforms is a plus but not required

How To Apply

Send the following to info@lotus-mag.com:

  • A short note about why you’re excited about Lotus Magazine

  • Examples of social media work you’ve created (personal, professional, or portfolio)

  • Your Instagram or portfolio (optional)

We’re excited to collaborate with creatives who want to help build a vibrant space celebrating AAPI culture and community!

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