Designed for rangatahi Māori wanting to pursue a career in social media marketing, or content this hands-on programme guides you through the process of planning, producing, and publishing content, while developing the mindset and skills needed to thrive in the creative industries.
This Content Creation Internship is for rangatahi Māori who are ready to step into the creative industries. Whether your passion is content creation, podcasting, or videography, this kaupapa Māori programme will give you the tools, experience, and industry insight to grow your skills and your confidence.
You’ll be guided by mentors who are active in the industry and committed to seeing you thrive - not just creatively, but as a whole person. You’ll collaborate with peers on real projects, build your portfolio, and develop the work‑ready mindset that employers are looking for.
What you'll learn:
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Making content calendars and planning content
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Creating videos, reels, graphic images and BTS content for different social media platforms
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Designing social media posts and writing copy for different platforms
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Shooting video and photography in studio and on location
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Posting and scheduling software and running paid campaigns to different audiences
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Measuring and benchmarking social media performance
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Working to client briefs
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Collaboration & receiving client feedback
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Professional and personal growth through creativity
Why take this course?
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Hands-on project work giving industry experience
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Industry mentoring, coaching, and networking
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Build a portfolio to help launch your career
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Culturally supportive learning environment
You’ll finish the internship with real-world content in your portfolio that reflects your growth - ready to share or pitch professionally.
The programme is taught in small groups and runs for two days a week on Tuesdays & Thursdays.
Delivered by Crescendo for Te Puna Creative Academy.
Social Media Marketing Internship
WHAT
Level up your creative voice as you learn how to produce powerful content that connects with real audiences. This course covers the full process - from concept development and planning, to shooting, editing, and digital publishing. You’ll be supported to develop your own content calendar, design visual assets, and tell authentic stories that matter to you and your community. By the end of the internship, you’ll have produced a series of original works to showcase your creative identity, and the confidence to pitch them to potential employers or collaborators.
WHEN
MONDAYS & TUESDAYS 10am - 3:30pm TERM 1 2026: Mon 26th January - Tues 31st March.
ABOUT
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: - Photography and videography for social media - Creating content calendars - Working to deadlines and client briefs - Project planning and collaboration - Employability and self-management skills - Creative wellbeing and resilience building
OPEN DAYS
FIND OUT MORE by coming to a Crescendo Open Day. Open days are held at Crescendo, Te Puna Creative Hub, 8-14 Henderson Valley Road, Henderson, Auckland. Email programmes@crescendo.org.nz to hear about the next Open Day for programmes in 2026.
