Inspire is a multi-brand restaurant company whose portfolio includes more than 33,400 Arby’s, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin’, Jimmy John’s, and SONIC restaurants worldwide.
We’re made up of some of the world’s most iconic restaurant brands, but we’re much more than just a restaurant company. We’re a team of hundreds of thousands who individually and collectively are changing the way people eat, drink, and gather around the table. We know that food is much more than a staple—it’s an experience. At Inspire, that’s our purpose: to ignite and nourish flavorful experiences.
OUR TEAM
Maverick Studios is where creativity meets impact. As the in-house agency for Inspire Brands, we craft award winning work that spans design, video, photography, print, and beyond. Serving six iconic brands—Arby’s, Buffalo Wild Wings, Baskin-Robbins, Dunkin’, Jimmy John’s, and Sonic—our team is a powerhouse of collaboration and passion. We’re all about delivering best-in-class creativity, innovation, and solutions that resonate across every project.
OUR CULTURE
At Inspire Brands, we’re not just dreamers; we’re doers. We thrive on innovation and welcome bold ideas at every level, from the kitchen to the boardroom. Here, taking risks and thinking differently aren’t just encouraged—they’re celebrated. It’s how we started, and it’s how we succeed.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Join The Content Kitchen, the production arm of Maverick Studios, Inspire Brands’ award‑winning in‑house creative agency in Atlanta, GA. This internship offers hands-on experience capturing content for some of the most recognized restaurant brands in the country. Designed for students interested in content creation, photography, videography, and social-first storytelling, this role provides exposure to the creative development process from concept to final delivery. You'll work alongside producers, art directors, designers, photographers, videographers, copywriters and social creatives to help capture, create, and edit content across Inspire Brands' portfolio. This is an opportunity to develop real-world content creation skills while learning how an in-house creative agency produces assets for social and digital channels.
WHAT YOU’LL OWN:
• Assist with on-set content capture during video productions, identifying opportunities for social content while larger campaigns are being produced.
• Capture photo and video content for social media, including behind-the-scenes moments, product content, lifestyle content, and trend-driven creative.
• Assist with concepting and content ideation alongside creative teams, contributing ideas that help bring social-first campaigns to life.
• Create short-form content optimized for platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Facebook, and other emerging channels.
• Edit photo and video assets using industry-standard software to support social media and marketing initiatives.
• Support content creation efforts across Inspire Brands' portfolio, including Arby's, Buffalo Wild Wings, Baskin-Robbins, Dunkin', Jimmy John's, and Sonic.
• Work closely with designers, photographers, videographers, producers, and creative teams to execute content that aligns with brand standards.
• Organize, manage, and archive content files to maintain efficient workflows and asset accessibility.
• Stay informed on current social media trends, platform features, creator best practices, and emerging content formats.
• Assist in preparing content for internal reviews and stakeholder presentations.
• Participate in creative brainstorming sessions and contribute ideas for content campaigns, activations, and brand storytelling.
• Collaborate and learn from creatives across various disciplines, specialties, and levels of experience.
• Learn, build, and implement industry-standard content creation and editing skills.
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
- Rising Junior or rising Senior that is currently enrolled in a college or university working towards a 4 year Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Digital Media, Photography, Film & Video, Content Creation, Visual Media.
- Or a related field combined with a promising portfolio of work, appropriate for the level of experience and opportunity one has had to date in this field.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Previous experience creating social media or digital content through personal projects, student organizations, freelance work, academic assignments, or similar opportunities is preferred.
- Portfolio, social media channels, or content samples demonstrating photography, videography, editing, or digital storytelling skills are highly encouraged.
- Experience capturing content with DSLR or mirrorless cameras, smartphones, or related equipment.
- Working knowledge of photography, videography, lighting, composition, and visual storytelling.
- Familiarity with editing tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud, including Premiere Pro, Lightroom, or Photoshop, CapCut, or similar platforms.
- Understanding of social media content formats and best practices across major platforms.
- Strong creative instincts, organizational skills, and interest in content creation, visual storytelling, and digital culture.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a cross-functional creative team.
- Ability to receive feedback, apply learnings, and experiment creatively while maintaining brand standards.
- Availability to work two to three days per week, with flexibility to support additional project needs.
- Access to a personal vehicle is required.
WHAT YOU'LL WALK AWAY WITH
• A portfolio of real-world content created for nationally recognized restaurant brands.
• Hands-on experience capturing, editing, and delivering social-first content in a professional agency environment.
• Exposure to the creative development process, from concepting and ideation through production and final delivery.
• Practical experience working alongside photographers, videographers, designers, art directors, producers, and social creatives.
• A stronger understanding of content creation workflows, production processes, and brand storytelling.
• Experience creating content across multiple brands, audiences, and platforms.
• Professional feedback and mentorship from experienced creative and production professionals.
• Enhanced skills in photography, videography, editing, visual storytelling, and creative collaboration.
• Industry knowledge and professional experience that will help prepare you for future roles in content creation, social media, photography, video production, or creative marketing.
DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY
• This role will not have decision making or approval authority. Work product will require a supervisor, manager or more senior team member with approval/decision making authority to review and approve all work.
About the Spring Internship Program
This opportunity begins in January and will run through March 2027. This paid spring internship program is designed to help you apply your classroom learning to real business challenges while building professional skills and industry experience.
Find Your Seat at the Table
Bring your curiosity, critical thinking, and passion for learning. If you're excited to gain real-world experience while contributing to meaningful business initiatives, we'd love to hear from you.
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled in a college or university and pursuing a four-year bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Rising junior or rising senior status
- Major or related field in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Digital Media, Photography, Film and Video, Content Creation, or Visual Media
- Related field combined with a promising portfolio appropriate to the candidate's experience
- Previous experience creating social media or digital content through personal projects, student organizations, freelance work, academic assignments, or similar opportunities
- Portfolio, social media channels, or content samples demonstrating photography, videography, editing, or digital storytelling skills
- Experience capturing content with DSLR or mirrorless cameras, smartphones, or related equipment
- Working knowledge of photography, videography, lighting, composition, and visual storytelling
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud, Premiere Pro, Lightroom, Photoshop, CapCut, or similar editing platforms
- Understanding of social media content formats and best practices across major platforms
- Strong creative instincts and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a cross-functional creative team
- Ability to receive feedback, apply learnings, and experiment creatively while maintaining brand standards
- Availability to work two to three days per week, with flexibility to support additional project needs
- Access to a personal vehicle
Inspire Brands Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Inspire Brands and has not been reviewed or approved by Inspire Brands.
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive health coverage, mental health support, disability insurance, and related programs are emphasized for support‑center and eligible management roles. Materials also reference options like HSAs and EAPs as part of a broad healthcare offering.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Unlimited PTO is highlighted for support‑center roles alongside paid leaves such as parental and adoption assistance. Feedback suggests these time‑off elements are a core part of the corporate employee value proposition.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Employee food discounts, on‑site amenities (e.g., gym, snacks, and similar perks), and lifestyle programs add tangible day‑to‑day value. Additional benefits like commuter options, financial wellness tools, and pet insurance further broaden the package.
Inspire Brands Insights
What We Do
Inspire Brands was founded in February 2018 with a vision to invigorate great brands and supercharge their long-term growth. In an industry facing increasing disruption, our leaders saw an opportunity to build a restaurant company unlike any other – one that brings together differentiated yet complementary brands and aims to make them stronger than they would be on their own. Found inherently in the purposes of our family of brands, we identified a common thread between our restaurants – the capacity to inspire. From guest experience to career development to community well-being, Inspire plays a role in the lives of millions of people every day.
