Artistic Programs and Development Internship
Global Arts Corps is looking for an Artistic Programs and Development Intern! The details of the position are listed below.
Start date: flexible, preferably late-January or early-FebruaryHours: 10-15 hours/weekA stipend will be offered.
The theatre/conflict resolution organization, Global Arts Corps, seeks a qualified artistic programs and development intern. Working closely with the Program and Development Manager, the Intern will assist in the day-to-day operations of the organization, planning special events, preparing fundraising materials, brainstorming new ideas for online marketing, and promoting the organization through social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, blogging, etc.).
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
Global Arts Corps is an international community of professional artists who believe in the transformative power of theatre. Our aim is to use theatre as a catalyst for dialogue, as a way to shift perspectives, and ultimately, as a means of bringing about reconciliation.
The Global Arts Corps is a 501c3 nonprofit organization with a small New York headquarters staff, which includes the Artistic Director, Executive Producer, and Development and Program Manager; our team also includes an Associate Artistic Director, Administrative and Development Assistant, and International Producer working overseas and outside of the office.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
• Ambition, and a passion for the Global Arts Corps’ mission with a “can do” attitude• Excellent written and oral communications skills• Familiarity and comfort with social media channels• Experience updating website content• Is a self-starter with the ability to work both independently and in an office setting• Experience and comfort communicating with an international base of followers and supporters• Have a personal laptop to use in the office• Global Arts Corps’ office is located on W. 157th Street. Interns should be available to come to the office at least twice per week• Sensitivity to confidential information• A familiarity with FinalCut Pro and basic film editing experience is a plus, but not required
RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE (but are not limited to):
• Event planning (making travel arrangements, reserving spaces, etc.)• Conducting research for fundraising opportunities• Assisting in the compilation of materials for grant proposals• Filing, organizing, and data entry• Maintaining and updating organization’s social media profiles• Monitoring and reporting on analytics of social media channels• Researching and pitching story ideas for blog and social media channels• Writing and editing blog posts• Brainstorming strategies for increasing social media presence and designing online marketing and fundraising campaigns• Assisting in writing, designing, and disseminating organizational newsletters
This is a unique and exciting opportunity to learn about the operations of an international conflict resolution/theatre organization and to support our work in post-conflict areas around the world.
To apply: Please send an email with your resume, cover letter, and one short writing sample (1-2 pages) to Sarah Case at info@globalartscorps.org with “Artistic Programs and Development Intern – [your name]” in the subject line. No phone calls please.