Social Media Marketing Intern (Commission Opportunity)

Company Description Cotty Photography is a New York City based photography studio specializing in editorial portraits, weddings, brand shoots, and film photography. Founded by Sarah Cotty, the studio is known for a considered, elevated aesthetic that blends digital polish with the warmth and imperfection of 35mm. We shoot across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and South Florida for clients who want images that feel intentional rather than templated.

Role Description This is a part-time IN PERSON role for a Social Media Marketing Intern at Cotty Photography, offering a commission-based opportunity on any booked shoot generated through social media efforts. The role is located in New York, NY, with flexibility for some remote work. The Social Media Marketing Intern will be responsible for creating and managing content for TikTok and Instagram, focusing on behind the scenes footage, gallery reveals, film scans, and the storytelling behind each shoot.

You will assist with in-person content capture on set (local to NYC), edit reels with trending audios, optimize content using hashtags and keyword-forward captions, and implement the 1.80 strategy for growth. You will also write captions that align with brand voice, build carousel swipes from client galleries, and maintain consistent visual and tonal identity across the grid. Additionally, you will use Canva to design pricing guides, mini session announcements, and Instagram Stories that convert followers into inquiries.

This is a unique opportunity to work directly alongside a working photographer, learn how a creative business is actually run, and earn commission on any client you bring in through your content.

Qualifications Proficiency in Instagram, including in-app editing, trending audios, and hashtag strategy

Experience with social media management tools and the 1.80 strategy Strong skills in video editing, specifically reels and short-form content Availability to be on set in NYC to capture behind the scenes content

Experience with Canva to design pricing guides, promotional graphics, and Stories Knowledge of posting strategies, including carousel swipes and writing engaging, on-brand captions An eye for photography and a sense of what makes an image worth stopping on Strong communication skills and ability to multitask and meet deadlines Basic understanding of photography, lighting, or film is a plus Commission-based earnings available for any booked shoot generated through social media Ideal candidates are pursuing or have completed a degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, Photography, or a related field. Pay: $500.00 - $10,000.00 per month Application Question(s): What is your instagram with past content? Can be personal or business.

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10012