Like art? Are you good with social media? Intern in our marketing department!

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Description:

Foothills Art Center seeks a dynamic self-starter to assist marketing and communications efforts. This internship is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of marketing while working for a community-based nonprofit organization. This position reports to the director of marketing and outreach.

Responsibilities include:

• Updating and maintaining FAC’s social media presence, including scheduling Facebook and Twitter updates, posting on Instagram and creating editorial calendar (with guidance)

• Assist in compiling information for weekly newsletter and promo e-blasts using Constant Contact

• Assist in drafting, distributing and pitching news releases, media alerts and other stories as needed

• Designing flyers, graphics, invitations and other marketing materials for major events hosted by FAC

• Updating the WordPress-based website when needed

• Delivering exhibition and event rack cards and posters to community organizations, retail shops and area partners to help promote FAC events

• Collaborating with marketing director on new ideas, directions, and venues for marketing and communications

Qualifications:

• Firm grasp of available tools and platforms in the social media space

• Completed or working toward a college degree, preferably in a related field (e.g., English,

Marketing/Communications, or Public Relations)

• Previous internship or related experience in marketing or communications is a plus

• Must be computer literate and tech savvy (working knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and InDesign desired.

• WordPress knowledge a big plus

• An effective communicator, both written and oral

• Ability to communicate in a professional manner with press and community contacts

• Self-motivated, positive attitude, good organizational skills, detail-oriented, ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines

• Enthusiasm for the mission of Foothills Art Center and the community we serve

Start Date: Position open until filled, requires 3 - 6 month commitment.

Hours: 8 - 12 hours per week, preferably twice a week in the office. Up to 4 hours can be completed at home.

Compensation: This is an unpaid/volunteer internship. You will receive a family membership and access to exclusive member’s only events and receptions.

How to Apply: Please a send cover letter and resume to ro@foothillsartcenter.org and 3-4 samples of design work and/or writing samples.