FHASS-Exclusive Internship: Social Media Intern – West End Players
Closing Date: 22/03/2026

Please note: this internship is only available to current students registered on a degree scheme in the Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences at Lancaster University.  If you apply for this role the information within your application will be shared with the recruiting organisation. 

West End Players is an ambitious, values-driven arts organisation using creativity to transform lives and communities. Since 2017, our Fringe Festival has grown from a two-day event into a three-week programme with 60+ performances across three towns and we’re now expanding into a Bay-wide network.  

We believe creativity builds wellbeing, confidence, and connection. We don’t just programme festivals – we create pathways: audiences become participants, participants become creators, and creators develop into professional artists. Alongside our festival, we deliver year-round workshops, regular creative events and community theatre.

Our impact is real: an 80% return rate from touring artists, strong partnerships with emerging creative organisations and a growing role in town-centre regeneration. You’ll join a small, passionate team where your ideas matter, your work has a visible impact and you can help shape the future of the performing arts across our region. 

We’re looking for a creative, organised and enthusiastic Social Media Intern to help share the energy of our festivals, workshops and community programmes with wider audiences. This is a hands-on role for someone who loves storytelling, culture and digital content and wants real-world experience in the arts and events sector. 

You’ll work closely with our small team to grow our online presence, engage new audiences and support the promotion of live events and creative opportunities. Your work will directly contribute to participation, visibility and the growth of our creative community.

What We Offer:  

• Hands-on experience managing a real festival marketing campaign with measurable impact 
• Direct mentorship from Festival Producer with weekly one-to-one guidance 
• A supportive, creative team environment 
• Portfolio-building opportunity with before/after metrics and campaign examples 
• Insight into how festivals and community arts programmes are delivered 
• Flexible remote working arrangement  
• Complimentary festival pass  
• Real-world experience that translates directly to careers in marketing, communications, social media management, and cultural sector roles 

Essential: 

• Strong proficiency with editing software 
• Competent writing skills with ability to craft engaging social media captions and posts 

• Experience managing social media platforms, particularly Facebook, Instagram and TikTok 
• Familiarity with scheduling social media posts using management tools 
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks/deadlines 
• Self-motivated and able to work independently while staying accountable to weekly plans 
• Creative thinking and ability to develop engaging content concepts 
• Passion for arts, culture, and community 
• Reliable internet connection and own laptop/computer for remote work 
• Reliable, organised and keen to learn 
• Understanding of social media analytics and performance metrics 
• Knowledge of TikTok, X (Twitter), and LinkedIn best practices 
• Experience with Meta Business Suite or similar social media management platforms 
• Understanding of arts/cultural sector marketing 
• Experience creating content for events, festivals or cultural organisations 
• Familiarity with accessibility best practices in social media (alt text, captions, inclusive design) 
• Understanding of audience development strategies 
• Portfolio of previous social media work or content creation