Content Creator (Early Contributor, Unpaid Internship)

Location: Remote (NYC preferred for occasional meetups)

Compensation: Unpaid (no salary, stipend, commission, or equity)

About Lookout

Lookout is a student-founded, pre-revenue startup building a mobile platform to improve commuter safety through real-time incident reporting and crowdsourced alerts.

Recognitions include:
• “Greatest Social Impact Award” – NYU Tandon Capstone Pitch (2024)
• Selection to Leslie Founders Network (2025)
• Selection to InnoVention Challenge (2025)

We are part of NYU’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, receiving mentorship, resources, and guidance as we develop our prototype and explore pilot partnerships.

Role Overview

As a Content Creator, you’ll help shape Lookout’s brand voice and storytelling across platforms. This is an opportunity to build portfolio-ready work while contributing to a mission-driven venture in its early stage.

Responsibilities
• Create engaging content (posts, videos, graphics, blogs) for LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, and other platforms.
• Collaborate with the team to craft clear narratives about commuter safety, innovation, and startup progress.
• Maintain a content calendar aligned with product milestones.
• Experiment with storytelling formats to reach diverse commuter audiences.
• Support marketing by preparing content for our website, pitch decks, and community updates.

Minimum Qualifications
• Examples/portfolio of prior social or creative content (class projects, personal accounts, freelance work, etc.).
• Comfortable with tools like Canva, CapCut, or Figma.
• Reliable availability for weekly check-ins; uses own equipment/software.

What You’ll Gain
• Hands-on experience shaping a startup’s brand identity from the ground up.
• A portfolio of content with measurable growth and engagement.
• Exposure to early-stage venture building and mentorship through NYU’s entrepreneurial network.
• A chance to make real impact on a product designed to improve urban safety.