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The Music Center at Strathmore Summer 2023 Internships 

About the Organization Strathmore is a multidimensional creative anchor in the community, where everyone can connect with the arts and artists can explore their full potential. We present nearly 400 performances, exhibitions, and education programs annually for diverse audiences on our Montgomery County Maryland campus and throughout the community.



Based one-half mile outside the Capital Beltway in North Bethesda, Maryland, we serve the entire Washington, DC region and the state of Maryland with exceptional artistic experiences and opportunities to learn and connect. Our work is based on our mission to amplify distinctive and diverse artistic voices and curate experiences to enrich every life and shape stronger communities.



We are actively assessing how systemic inequities impact our organization's work at all levels and how best to address those inequities in a way that is consistent with our mission. This commitment is made within the broad context of Strathmore's Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access (IDEA) goals to expand access and diversity, promote inclusion, and build equity for all. With these daily actions, Strathmore intends to become an actively anti-racist, anti-discrimination, and inclusive organization. You can read more about Strathmore on our website, including information about our mission and values.


 
Position The Music Center at Strathmore Summer 2023 Internships  
Open Date 2/6/2023  
Close Date 5/17/2023  
Description

Nourishing the creative potential of artists, partners, and colleagues with diverse backgrounds and perspectives is an essential part of our work. We include interns as valued colleagues and are eager to provide for them opportunities that encourage their exploration and pursuit of careers in the arts.

College and graduate students interested in an arts management career are encouraged to apply for a Summer Internship at Strathmore from May through August 2023. Applications will be accepted until COB on Friday, April 7, 2023.

Internship Positions

  • Strathmore has openings for Four (4) Interns (35 hours per week) for 11 weeks in various departments.

Strathmore Internship Descriptions

OPERATIONS/RENTALS

  • Gain an understanding of the operational components of a multi-use performing arts venue
  • Communicate with partners and clients via emails, phone calls, and on-site walkthroughs
  • Input data into the EventBooking system and understand the scheduling of concurrent events
  • Participate as a member of Strathmore’s ‘Event Crew’ for the weekly Live from the Lawn Series
  • Prepare, organize, and maintain electronic event folders and records
  • Coordinate daily check-ins with Strathmore’s partners during summer camps and troubleshoot issues that may arise
  • Collaborate on updating internal forms and Standard Operating Procedures
  • Assist in preparation of upcoming performances and partner seasons

MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS

  • Represent Strathmore at events and performances (including evening coverage of our summer concert series)
  • Proof/edit press releases, publications, emails, and other materials
  • Maintain front-of-house marketing materials
  • Research artists coming to Strathmore and help build and implement a grassroots marketing strategy
  • Provide social media support for Strathmore and AMP social media sites
  • Assist with graphic design needs for marketing collateral such as flyers and social media images
  • Assist with publication production and management
  • Write marketing copy for a variety of media, including print collateral, marketing emails, Strathmore's website

EDUCATION

  • Help with event advance and coverage for Arts and Social Justice Fellowship Showcase, UkeFest, East County Summer Camp, and other summer events.
  • Event advance/support may include: corresponding with instructors, camp parents, and patrons, organizing, and copying materials, creating name tags, reminder emails, event set-up, artist, and patron hospitality, greeting parents and students, tracking attendance, and evaluations.
  • Research potential topics and instructors for education events
  • Support Education contract administration through tracking, proofing, and setting up draft contracts
  • Support Event Booking calendar planning for 23-24 Education events
  • Manage contacts by inputting instructors, donor attendance, etc. into Excel
  • General administrative support may include mailings, scanning, copies, etc.

PROGRAMMING

  • Help with event advance and coverage for Strathmore Summer Programming, which includes Outdoor Concerts, UkeFest, AMP, and the Concert Hall.
  • Event advance/support may include corresponding with artists, technicians, and stagehands, operations event crew, patrons, organizing and copying materials, preparing productions sheets, creating name tags, reminder emails, event set-up, artist hospitality shopping, tracking attendance, and show recaps/evaluations.
  • Research potential future programming
  • Support Event Booking calendar planning for 23/24 Programming Events
  • Manage contacts by inputting agents, tour managers, etc. into Excel
  • General administrative support may include mailings, scanning, copies, etc.
 
Position Requirements

Ideal applicants are current juniors or seniors with at least two years of liberal arts, arts management, or arts-related study at the college level, but first or second-year college students will also be considered as space permits. Those currently enrolled in graduate programs and those who completed undergraduate studies no earlier than December 2022 will be considered as well. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential. Applicants must demonstrate a sincere interest in the behind-the-scenes operation of an arts center. Access to a car and previous experience in customer service or arts administration is beneficial.

 
Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt  
Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time  
Salary Strathmore has openings for Four (4) Interns (35 hours per week) for 11 weeks to be paid minimum wage hourly ($15.00/hr.) in various departments.  
Location Strathmore  
EOE Statement Strathmore is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Accordingly, Strathmore provides employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, national origin or ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, genetic status or information, military or veteran status or status in any status protected by federal, state, or local law.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Strathmore will not tolerate unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under any circumstances.

We are eager to cultivate a broad and inclusive field of applicants. Strathmore is committed to building a diverse community of staff, volunteers, and interns. Individuals from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.  

This position is currently not accepting applications.

To search for an open position, please go to http://StrathmoreHallFoundationInc.appone.com



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