Why Cheekwood?

Working at Cheekwood Estate & Gardens offers you the opportunity to work for one of the most beautiful places in Nashville. Formerly the home of Mabel and Leslie Cheek, Cheekwood now serves the public as a botanical garden, arboretum, and museum with period rooms and art galleries. At Cheekwood, you'll have the opportunity to explore a wide range of roles tailored to your skills and interests. Whether you're passionate about horticulture, art curation, historical preservation, or one of our many other career opportunities, you would have the chance to thrive and make a meaningful impact here. Working in such a place that cherishes its rich history, vibrant art scene, and serene gardens offers a unique blend of fulfillment and inspiration. You'll find yourself in a supportive environment where every day brings new opportunities for personal and professional growth, amidst the backdrop of picturesque setting.

 
Internship Description

The marketing department at Cheekwood is offering an internship for undergraduate students working towards a degree in Interactive Media, Digital Media, Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Advertising or any related major. Recent graduates will also be considered. As a Digital Communications Intern, you will collaborate with our marketing team and other departments to create engaging digital content, with a primary focus on producing video content for Cheekwood’s social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and LinkedIn. 

Primary Responsibilities 

• Work with the Social Media Specialist to create content for Cheekwood’s social media channels. This may include writing blog posts, creating graphics, editing photos or videos, and developing multimedia content.
• Capture photographs and film footage of exhibitions, programs, tours, and events for marketing and social media purposes, occasionally requiring evening and weekend availability.
• Participate in all stages of content creation, from pre-production planning to production and post-production editing.
• Assist the Social Media Specialist in researching trends, brainstorming ideas, and creating a weekly video plan for TikTok and Instagram that aligns with Cheekwood’s brand and resonates with our target audience.
• Analyze and track TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram analytics for monthly reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Strong working knowledge of social media platforms including Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok and LinkedIn
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with video editing software, particularly Adobe Premiere Pro, and familiarity with other video editing applications such as CapCut. 
• Familiarity with Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, or Illustrator is a plus.
• Working knowledge of DSLR camera is a plus. 
• Creative mindset with a keen eye for design and aesthetics.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

*Please note: Interns will be required to use their personal smartphones to capture videos and photographs for social media purposes. *

Hours/Time Commitment

15 hours/week for 12 weeks. (June 1 - August 21, 2026).

Area of Study

Must be an undergraduate enrolled in an accredited college pursuing a degree in Interactive Media, Digital Media, Public Relations, Marketing, Video Production, Communications, Advertising or any related major.

Benefits

• Membership & Discounts: As an employee, you receive a Cheekwood membership, which entitles you to unlimited admission during regular Garden hours and a limited number of free tickets to special events. Members also receive discounts classes, ticketed events, and purchases at the Gift Shop. Your Cheekwood membership also include reciprocal admission for named members to more than 300 gardens though the American Horticultural Society. 
• Reciprocal Admission: As an employee of Cheekwood you have free general admission access to various local cultural, historical, and art institutions as part of the employee admission program.