arts Opportunities

Description Company, a small public relations firm handling busy multi-media artists, is looking for an intern interested in learning all aspects of the public relations field. The intern who fills this position should expect to learn the field from top to bottom, and will complete graduate from this program ready to enter any fast-paced public relations firm with excellent skills. It's essential that applicants to this position have excellent communication skills, demonstrate creativity, the ability to work independently on important projects, and understand the importance of attending to even the smallest details., and most importantly, a strong interest in the artsspecifically fine arts.

: Interested in a career in arts management, arts education, business management, event planning or communications? College and graduate students are encouraged to apply for a 2012-2013 Internship at the DC Jazz Festival administrative and production offices located in the Georgetown and Adams Morgan areas. To apply, submit a cover letter and resume to Anu Thapa at anu@dcjazzfest.org, SUBJECT: INTERNSHIP Our internship program provides hands-on experience in the world of music programming, nonprofit management, event production, social media, community engagement, and arts education. Nonpaid internship. Modest travel stipend may be available. AREAS OF FOCUS: (Interns will be chosen for AT LEAST THREE of the following focus areas) 1) MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS 2) ARTS EDUCATION (PRIMARILY JAZZ AND SOME VISUAL ART) 3) ARTS INTEGRATION IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS; 4) EVENT PLANNING AND PRODUCTION 5) COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT; 6) ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT; 7) ACCOUNTING 8) DIVERSITY 9) ART MANAGEMENT 10) STREET TEAM Period: Minimum of 16 weeks required at 20 hours per week. School Credit and Time Commitment: The internship will be based in the communications, education, accounting, development, and/or production departments. If the applicant is pursuing an internship for school credit, the intern will be expected to provide all forms and school documents to the Program Coordinator to ensure that all school requirements are met. The internship requires a 20-hour week minimum, with some weekends and evenings required for concerts and arts programs. There may be some flexibility of work hours for interns who need to work within their class schedule. Interns will be required to adhere to the negotiated schedule.

Children's Theater Interns at Springville Center for the Arts(SCA) participate in a summer long residency. Activities include acting, teaching, managing theater productions. The program includes productions for children staffed completely by the interns as well as educational programming taught by the interns. Participants do a little of everything. This is not a paper pushing internship! The program begins right after the semester and ends mid-August. (Shorter vacations are fine.) SCA is a multi-arts center located in rural Western New York State. An apartment and stipend of $150 per week is provided. Find out more at http://springvillearts.org/sca/2013/02/childrens-theater-summer-internships/

Applicant must be able to make weekly meetings in Duluth, MN!!!!! Festival INTERNSHIPS Art in Bayfront Park Art Fair is an annual celebration of the visual and performing arts featuring artists from the all across the USA and Canada. On August 16-19, one hundred seventy-five visual artists that have been selected by a distinguished panel of judges and they will exhibit and sell their original work in booths located in Bayfront Festival Park, Duluth MN. The festival also features the"Kids Corner which gives children the opportunity to participate in structured arts activities designed to stimulate the creative process. A more advanced area for adults provides an opportunity to try their hand at various art activities by taking an "Art Class". Volunteer street artists and ensembles entertain audiences throughout the park. Live demonstrations by both performing and visual artists offer festival audiences a greater understanding of the arts. Additionally, an impressive array of foods served by various vendors will fill the festival Culinary Area. Over 20,000 people attend this event each year making Art in Bayfront Park the number one attended outside event in the Duluth/Superior Area (approx. 10,000 per day). However, Bentleyville reaches 200,000 people over 1 1/2 months (about 4,444 a day) For Festivals, the Internship experience: ...offers practitioners the chance to provide expertise relative to theory and practice obtained in the classroom setting; ...offers the opportunity to improve in-service training for permanent employees; ...allows an opportunity to survey and evaluate prospective employees; ...provides opportunities to establish cooperative relationships which extend beyond the Internship program. ...Art in Bayfront Park team approach to event management mandates that all interns possess a keen sense of self-motivation, the productivity to work positively with a variety of personality types and leadership styles, the ability to be flexible and to embrace change. Art in Bayfront Park interns possess and demonstrate a high standard of integrity and professionalism. They can work alone or with a team. The internship is a full time for one full year (October through Event in August) You may be required to work out of your own home with a meeting once a week to view your progress.

Internship Opportunity Rochester Contemporary Art Center is seeking a highly professional and reliable person for an intern position. Applicants should be extremely detail oriented and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. He/She should also work well under pressure, have excellent time management and organizational skills, and be able to cope with multiple tasks at once. Applicant should exude maturity, a clean and professional appearance, and excellent interpersonal skills. Interest in public relations and marketing as well as learning about all aspects of a non-profit art center are a plus for this position. Please send your resume, availability and a brief statement of interest: RoCo Internship Program 137 East Avenue Rochester, NY 14604 tel: (585) 461-2222 fax: (585) 461-2223 email inquiries and applications to: bleu (at) rochestercontemporary (dot) org http://www.rochestercontemporary.org

Artsicle is hiring Spring and Summer interns! Love art? Ready to join one of the fastest growing startups in NYC? Want to have some fun with your internship? If so, keep reading! Artsicle interns will learn about startup life, tech, the art world, and what it means to build something. Youll be exposed to a ton of other great startups, mentors, investors. Youll visit artists studios, stop by gallery openings, and help build something world changing. You can build new skills and develop a portfolio of real work. And we think youll have fun, too. Youll have a very flexible schedule and can often work from anywhere (minimum of 5 hours/wk). Internships are unpaid but we are able to offer college credit. And hey, if we all get along, we might just ask you to stick around fulltime. Check out the description below and apply! Think you have an eye for the next great artistic talent? Love exploring open studios, MFA shows, and the outer reaches of Brooklyn? Want to help artists gain exposure and collectors? Then this is the role for you! Artsicle currently represents hundreds of artists in the New York area, all of whom are hand-selected by the Artsicle curatorial team - and its time for more! As a Curatorial Intern you will help us discover incredible artists, develop relationship with them, and help them successfully join the Artsicle family. Were always looking for more ways to support our artists and help them grow their careers, so wed love to hear your ideas. IMPORTANT - Apply here: https://artsicle.uncover.com/jobs/45/apply

art@rosiesplace Overview The art@rosiesplace program introduces guests to the arts through drama, dance, workshops, field trips and photography. Its goal is to provide artistic opportunities in a supportive, respectful and enjoyable atmosphere in order to enhance self-esteem and creativity as well as promote independence. Our offerings include single and multi-session workshops, open studio time, field trips and performances from outside groups. Classes are free of charge and open to any woman who wishes to participate regardless of her native language, educational background or learning ability. Intern Responsibilities The art@rosiesplace intern assists in teaching art classes 1-2 times a week. This involves planning lessons and leading workshops for a 1, 2 or 6-week session. Although training is provided and the program coordinator is available to give direction and answer questions, the intern will be expected to use her creativity and self-motivation in designing and executing workshops. The intern will also assist in completing the administrative tasks involved with offering a wide array of artistic programming. Women's Craft Cooperative Overview The Womens Craft Cooperative (WCC) at Rosies Place provides paid work to poor and formerly homeless women who create one-of-a-kind jewelry and accessories from vintage buttons and beads in a safe, secure and supportive environment. Currently employing ten women of all ages and abilities, the WCC aims to foster self-esteem and creativity, along with employable skills, a greater earning potential and a source of income to the artisans. Intern Responsibilities In this hands-on position, the WCC intern will work closely with staff and guest employees in all aspects of this program. They will learn about running a small business in a social service environment. Working side by side with WCC members to create products and fulfill orders, interns also assist staff in marketing, sales and product design. Interns need the manual dexterity to create simple jewelry, an interest in learning about a small business, flexibility and the ability to move from one project to another.

Esente Music Group is an independent digital record label that is changing the world with free music. Esente exists to create social change through music. We marry the songs of the worlds up and coming musicians with powerful messages. If everything goes according to plan young music fans come face to face with anti-bullying or drunk driving prevention public service announcements while downloading free music. In the process, the acts that provide these tunes get exposure they never could acquire on their own. This is a both a first of its kind and a one of its kind type of deal. Never before have musicians had the opportunity to receive free national exposure while saving the lives of countless music fans with their time and their talent. The system is actually quite simple. Esente uses music and the Internet to make a difference. Do you know a teenager who isnt online downloading music on a regular basis? In the next six months we will digitally release twenty collections of the countrys best up and coming artists. It never costs the band a dime to submit a song or to appear on a release if they are selected. And the musicians always retain 100% of their publishing and royalties. Find out more about Esente Music Group at www.esentemusicgroup.com Find out more about Esente Music Group Internship at www.esentemusicgroup.com/internships

Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana, an internationally known Spanish dance company, is seeking an Intern for our 2012-2013 season. Internship length can vary depending on candidate availability. Position Summary: Flamenco Vivo interns play a key administrative role and work closely with the Company Manager and Education Director on various projects including: Arts Education, Dance Classes, National and NYC Tours, Finances, and more. This year we are preparing for a season at the Joyce Theatre and a 4 month long exhibit at the NY Library of the Performing Arts. Interns also learn to maintain dance studios, class registration, and office spaces. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated, highly-organized and creative person with exceptional communication skills looking to gain experience in arts administration. Flexible schedule; full or part time. About the Company: Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana is one of the nation's premier flamenco and Spanish dance companies. We believe that the universal spirit of flamenco, a multicultural art form, has the power to build bridges between cultures and inspire audiences from diverse backgrounds. Artistic Director Carlota Santana leads this company of energetic dancers and musicians in: powerful performances, extensive community outreach and innovative arts education programs. To Apply: Please send cover letter and resume to: Hanaah Frechette Company Manager Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana fvcsinfo@flamenco-vivo.org www.flamenco-vivo.org

Searching for a designer to work independently on assigned projects, or as a member of a project team. Intern designer may, on occasion, work directly with account service, or with production artists and outside contractors (freelancers and vendors) to complete design requirements, but more typically will works under the direction of the art director and creative director. Interns will report to the creative director, designated art director or copywriter.