ONE News

“I decided to join the ONE Centre because I have a strong passion for digital

marketing, having gained extensive theoretical knowledge throughout my degree

alongside valuable practical experience through previous internships and

consultancy projects. I wanted to put this knowledge into practice by helping

small businesses and charities strengthen their digital outreach and flourish

online. I was therefore thrilled to have the opportunity to work with an

organisation like Out North East, which champions LGBTQ+ rights, a cause I am

deeply passionate about, while also giving me the opportunity to help build the

ONE Centre’s digital presence from the ground up!”

Q) What was your experience as one of the first interns at the ONE Centre?

“I have really enjoyed my time at Out North East. The team have been extremely

welcoming and supportive, while also giving me the flexibility and creative

freedom needed to complete my digital outreach work effectively. Working

alongside my co-intern, Mehek, I have created email newsletters, social media

templates and video content to promote the charity’s groups and activities, I

also briefly worked for Pride Radio where I set up a content strategy before it was

being handed over to someone else. We have also analysed social media

metrics to identify what is working well and where there are opportunities for

improvement. In addition, I have helped develop a 12-month social media

strategy that future social media officers can build upon, allowing the charity to

continue strengthening and expanding its online presence.”

Q) Was there a particular moment that stood out for you?

“One of the biggest highlights of my time at Out North East has been the

opportunity to come up with creative ideas to help increase the visibility and

engagement of different community groups. I have particularly enjoyed attending

groups, interviewing members and group leaders, and using my video editing

skills to create engaging and professional content that showcases the work they

do. It is also incredibly rewarding to see the impact of this content on social

media. For example, one of my volunteer recruitment posts received thousands

of impressions and over 60 likes, which helped significantly increase the number

of volunteer applications. Seeing a tangible impact from the content I create has

been one of the most rewarding aspects of my role.”

Q) What’s it like being part of the team at the ONE Centre?

 “I have also really appreciated the welcoming, casual atmosphere within the office. It has made the working environment feels much less intimidating while also helping me develop my interpersonal and social skills. Working alongside people from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences has allowed me to meet and

interact with people I may not otherwise have had the opportunity to engage with.”

Drew Dalton, Outreach and Volunteer Manager stated “ I’m going to miss William and Mehek. They’ve been invaluable these past 6 months, showcasing our social clubs in the centre and the many events we hosted during the Summer of Pride festivities. They’re always welcome back!”