Marketing & Programs Internship | See Chicago Dance

End Date
Jun 30, 2019

 

See Chicago Dance (SCD), Chicago’s non-profit service organization for dance, is seeking a qualified Intern for the Summer season. SCD's mission is to build and engage dance audiences in Chicago and advocate for Chicago dance. SCD exists to provide Chicago dance companies with increased visibility, expansive resources, and additional forums to showcase and share their talents.

The Intern would be a member of the SCD staff, would report to the Marketing and Programs Manager, and would work to serve the organization’s core mission and programs. Specifically, the Intern would serve three key areas: maintenance, customer service tasks, advertising promotions related to SeeChicagoDance.com, SCD’s audience building website for the Chicago dance community, and program support for multiple audience engagement programs. This internship offers the right candidate tremendous opportunities for meaningful work and networking in a highly competitive field. The intern will receive a monthly stipend. 

Internship duties include but are not limited to:
• Assist in advertising and customer service efforts for the organization’s websites, including database entry and posting information about upcoming performances via the Content Management System (CMS)
• Staff tables in lobbies at dance performances, especially performances related to the organization’s current objective of building audiences and networks with diverse populations
• Assist with the distribution of marketing materials in the greater Chicago Community
• Participate in the organization’s social media campaigns
• Assist other staff with other tasks and projects as needed
• Must be available a minimum of 10 hours per week; some evening and weekend work required during performances; the schedule for Summer internships generally begin in June

Skills & Qualifications:
• Proficient in Microsoft Office or equivalent software, especially Excel
• Knowledge of Salesforce CRM software, video editing, and social media tools a plus
• Excellent communication skills a must
• A professional, yet fun-loving person with a sense of humor
 
To Apply: Please email your cover letter, resume and a list of 2-3 references to jackie@seechicagodance.com. No phone calls, please.