https://www.bespokeprofessional.com/

Bespoke Professional LLC

Social Media Manager Intern

August - December 2020 • Seattle, WA

What I liked

It's rare to find an employer that is a manager, mentor, and coach - Lynn Juve at Bespoke Professional is all three. I had the great pleasure of being Lynn's social media manager intern for five months. During that time, I was given the opportunity to gain proficiency with new tools, like Smartsheet and Canva. I was also encouraged to contribute my own creative work to the company, publishing my own blog posts under the Bespoke name. One of my favorite parts of the internship was how Lynn helped me ascertain and develop skills I did not know I had. For instance, I was responsible for creating the graphics for the Bespoke Professional social media pages. Before this position, I had no design experience. Now, I have a portfolio of work I have created AND the personal knowledge that I enjoy design work. Lynn also provided invaluable career mentorship during the entirety of my time with her. This position is ideal for students who are ready to enter the workforce but are not sure how their experiences square. Above all, Lynn (and her writer, Stephanie M.) are an absolute joy to work with. I learned so much about the entrepreneurial sphere of the job search world and was personally and professionally nourished during the entire experience.

What I wish was different

If I had one quibble, it would be that there were certain goals that could have been readdressed mid-internship. For instance, we had a goal of getting social media posts scheduled a month ahead of time. This ended up being difficult to achieve, simply because the company's social media needs would change within the month. It would have been valuable to reassess those goals throughout the internship.

Advice

This position is ideal for anyone who is even remotely interested in entrepreneurship, (copy)writing, graphic design, or the field of job placements. The position is tailored to your interests and you receive incredible mentorship: I could not have asked for a better springboard for my career with a stronger ROI. If you are ready to start your career but feel your major leaves you broad opportunities - like my English experience does - this is a great position. You will gain tangible experience in the workforce and also learn about yourself. I cannot recommend Lynn, or Bespoke, enough!
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