Summer 2020 - Promotions Internship Program

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To apply, please fill out online application at www.arshtcenter.org/internships

Background:
Set in the heart of downtown Miami and designed by world-renowned architect Cesar Pelli, the Arsht Center is one of the world’s leading performing arts organizations and venues. Since opening in 2006, the Arsht Center, a 501C3 non-profit organization, has emerged as a leader in presenting innovative programming that mirrors South Florida’s diversity as well as a catalyst for billions of dollars in new development in the downtown area. Spotlighting legends and serving as a launch pad for local artists to make their mark on the international stage, the Center presents nearly 500 events each year across its eight flexible, state-of-the-art performance spaces. The Center programs 12 signature series, including the largest jazz series in South Florida, the biggest flamenco festival on the East Coast, and a robust program of new theatrical works as well as free programming for the community and an arts education program that serves nearly 30,000 children each year.

Program Description:
Interns can expect to be introduced to all facets of performing arts promotions including, but not limited to: promotional activations / events, promotional brainstorming and season planning, on-site asset management, and cross-promotional research and outreach. The Promotions Intern assists the Marketing/Promotions Assistant and Promotions Manager.

Intern Responsibilities:
 Keep inventory of promotional materials
 Manage on-site promotional assets
 Assist with event preparation and attend event activations
 Participate in season planning and brainstorming sessions
 Assist with settlement reconciliation and tracking proof of performance
 Maintain company Spotify account
 Complete a semester / program long project for presentation at the end of the internship
 Assist on special projects relating to Arsht UTIX, BRAVA By Brad Kilgore, Books & Books and Arsht Farmers Market

Program Requirements:
 Junior, senior or graduate status (College/University) pursuing a degree in Marketing, Event Planning or related field
 Extremely organized, acute attention to detail, strong interest in the arts
 Outgoing personality
 Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)
 Minimum 16 hours of availability in Arsht Center offices per week between 9:00 am and 5:30pm
 Availability on nights and weekends
 Individual must have a valid U.S. driver’s license, reliable transportation and be able to lift up to 25 lbs
 This is an unpaid internship, but it can be taken for school credit. Please check with your school for more details.