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TikTok: Internship Programme 2022

 TikTok: Internship Programme 2022


Do you have a love for creators and local content and want to be a part of developing, supporting, upskilling and growing the creator ecosystem in South Africa, then this role is for you!

About TikTok

It is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Their mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. It has global offices including Los Angeles, New York, London, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Mumbai, Singapore, Jakarta, Seoul and Tokyo.  
They are now looking for talented individuals to join tehm in 2022.People who want to inspire creativity and co-create the future with TikTok, on their Graduate program. 

About The TikTok: Internship Programme 

These are the following internship opportunities that are open for applications:

Creator Operations Intern

Responsibilities 

  • Use data and platform tools to identify high potential Creators on TikTok.
  • Help support and coordinate creator programs.
  • Respond to and deal with creator technical issues. 
  • Support the education and development of different creator communities.
  • Research and education of the creator ecosystem.

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a degree, graduating in 2022
  • Experience as a creator, or insight into local creators' experience when creating content
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
  • A good team player and fast learner
  • Strong interest in digital creators and the local content ecosystem. 

Music Operations Intern

Responsibilities 

  • Playlist and sound page banner curation and updates.
  • Artist, label, and distributor collaborations and onboardings.
  • Music campaign, ideation, support and planning.
  • Backend music library support.

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a degree, graduating in 2022
  • Experience in the African music industry.
  • Good understanding of digital music promotion.
  • Has extensive knowledge of music in Africa - mainly South Africa, Nigeria and Kenya.
  • Has a TikTok account and some understanding of how music is promoted on TikTok.
  • Has experience working with artists.
  • Able to work well in a team.
  • Fluency in English.

Editorial and Operations Intern

Responsibilities 

  • Review in-app content, pull comprehensive data reporting, ideate content ideas and help to guide the content strategy;
  • Help to maintain regional master calendars;
  • Facilitate day-to-day escalations and troubleshooting of issues;
  • Participate in brainstorming sessions to create concepts for current and future projects.

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a degree, graduating in 2023
  • Strong English and Zulu skills in both verbal and written;
  • Ability to Identify, analyse, and interpret trends or patterns in data sets and familiar with Microsoft Office (Excel/PowerPoint);
  • A good team player and fast learner;
  • Strong interest in digital creators and public figures, understanding the media landscape is a huge plus.

Insights Intern

Responsibilities 

  • Review videos for valuable insights to support our core operations, creators and content.
  • Pick up potential threats and safety issues as they happen off app
  • Must be able to keep up with trending events of the day and give valuable insights.

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a degree, graduating in 2023
  • Passionate about TikTok
  • Knowledge of popular trends and music
  • Must know more than 2 languages, including English
  • Must have an eye for detail

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Date Listed: 22 January 2022

How To Apply For The TikTok: Internship Programme 

If you want to apply click the link for the position you want to apply for: 




Closng Date For The TikTok: Internship Programme 

The closing date is not specified, so apply while you still can.

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