Job description

About Zed Speak Ventures

Zed Speak is a new and growing cultural experiences, storytelling and heritage venture dedicated to helping people experience, preserve and reimagine Zambian culture in meaningful and contemporary ways.

As an early-stage organisation, we are building something exciting and are looking for people who are passionate about culture, creativity and community to grow alongside us.

Guided by the philosophy “Culture, But Different,” Zed Speak creates experiences, stories and connections that celebrate identity, creativity, community and heritage.

Role Overview

Zed Speak is looking for a passionate, creative and curious individual to join our team as a Content, Culture & Community Intern. (Part-Time | Hybrid | 3-Month Internship)

This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys storytelling, creating content, engaging with people, exploring culture and sharing meaningful stories through social media, photography and video. You do not need a degree, formal qualifications or previous work experience to apply. We are looking for someone with enthusiasm, creativity, initiative and a genuine interest in culture, community and storytelling.

As a Content, Culture & Community Intern, you will help Zed Speak discover, document and share the people, places, stories and experiences that make Zambian culture unique. Working closely with the Founder, you will support content creation, cultural storytelling, community engagement and research while helping to grow and strengthen the Zed Speak community both online and offline.

Key Responsibilities

Content Creation

·       Create content for Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

·       Design simple graphics using Canva.

·       Create short-form video content using Canva, CapCut or similar tools.

·       Take photos and videos using a smartphone.

·       Assist with content planning and scheduling.

·       Organise and maintain content files and folders.

Cultural Storytelling

·       Conduct interviews with community members, creatives and cultural practitioners.

·       Collect stories, memories and cultural experiences.

·       Document proverbs, traditions and heritage stories.

·       Support the development of storytelling content for social media and other platforms.

·       Identify interesting cultural topics and stories to feature.

Community Engagement

·       Support engagement across social media platforms.

·       Monitor comments and messages.

·       Encourage participation in discussions and campaigns.

·       Help build an active and engaged online community.

Research & Discovery

·       Identify creators, artists, storytellers and cultural practitioners.

·       Research cultural spaces, traditions and community initiatives.

·       Discover interesting cultural stories and trends.

·       Support the development of a growing database of cultural creators, organisations and opportunities.

Content Collection

The intern may be required to collect stories, photos and video content by visiting locations such as:

·       Markets

·       Community spaces

·       Universities

·       Cultural centres

·       Creative hubs

·       Tourism and heritage sites

·       Artisan and craft spaces

Requirements

No formal qualifications are required.

We are looking for someone who:

·       Has a passion for culture and community.

·       Enjoys storytelling and meeting people.

·       Is creative and curious.

·       Is comfortable using social media platform like TikTok, Instagram and Facebook

·       Has basic smartphone photography and video skills.

·       Is willing to learn Canva, CapCut and other content creation tools.

·       Can communicate confidently and respectfully with different people.

·       Is reliable and able to work independently.

Students, recent school leavers, aspiring content creators and self-taught creatives are encouraged to apply.

Working Arrangement: Remote with some field work

Expected commitment:

·       Approximately 15–20 hours per week.

·       Flexible schedule based on agreed activities and deliverables.

·       Weekly check-in meeting with the Founder.

·       Some field visits may be required during weekdays or weekends.

What You Will Gain

·       Hands-on experience in content creation and storytelling.

·       Experience working with a growing cultural brand.

·       Opportunities to build your portfolio.

·       Exposure to cultural, creative and community initiatives.

·       Mentorship and professional development.

·       Experience in social media, community building and cultural documentation.

How to Apply

Send the following to: hello@zedspeak.com

Application Process

To apply, please submit the following:

1. One-Minute Video Introduction

Record a short video introducing yourself.

Please tell us:

• Who you are
• What interests you
• Why you think you would enjoy this role

We are not looking for perfect answers or professional videos. We simply want to get to know you and see how you communicate.

2. Cultural Storytelling Challenge

Imagine we gave you K150 and a phone today.

What cultural story would you go and document in Lusaka this weekend?

In no more than 300 words, tell us:

• Where you would go
• Who you would speak to
• What story you would tell
• Why you think people would find it interesting

We are interested in your curiosity, creativity and ability to identify meaningful stories.

3. Show Us What Zambian Culture Means to You

Using any creative medium of your choice, share something that represents Zambian culture to you.

This could be:

• A photograph
• A short video
• A written story
• A drawing, painting or artwork
• A design
• A poem
• A piece of music
• Any other creative expression

There is no right or wrong answer. We are interested in seeing culture through your eyes.

Along with your submission, briefly explain why you chose it and what it represents to you.