Employment Opportunities
Employment opportunities will be posted on this webpage, no phone calls, please. Thank you.
It is the policy of The Mann Center for the Performing Arts to provide equal employment in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship. All conditions and privileges of employment are administered to all employees without discrimination or discriminatory harassment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
SUMMER 2012 INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
ARTISTIC ADMINISTRATION INTERNSHIP: (1 Position)
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
This position reports directly to the Artistic Administrator of the Mann. Since Artistic Administration intersects with all aspects of arts management the internship will have hands-on experiences in:
- Maintaining Artists Contracts.
- Creating Artist Welcome Packets.
- Creating Artist Itineraries.
- Maintaining season ticket report. (marketing)
- Act as a runner for Mann rehearsals and performance, if required.
- Transporting artists, if necessary.
- General administrative duties.
- Attendance to all performances, as necessary.
Requirements:
The candidate must have excellent interpersonal, problem solving and organizational skills. Experience with the arts and individual performance experience is a must. A background in music with knowledge of both popular/rock and classical genres is preferred, but not required. This intern will be knowledgeable about current trends in the music/performing arts industry and competency in all Microsoft office programs.
To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to: Jamey Hines, Artistic Administrator Jhines@manncenter.org with ARTISTIC ADMIN INTERN in subject line.
CUSTOMER SERVICE INTERNSHIP (1 Position)
This position reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Manage, resolve, offer solutions, and evaluate customer experience issues in the office and at the theater during performances. Manage our external survey process, called Survey Monkey, for each performance and create MS excel spreadsheet and MS power point presentations of results for presentation to the Customer Experience and Amenities Committee of the Board.
Requirements:
Minimum GPA of 3.5 required. Strong communication skills. Demonstrated ability to talk with patrons directly to identify issues and advocate solutions real time, or other equivalent "first line" customer contact experience. Good analytical skills, proficient in the use of MS software including Excel, Word, Publisher and Power Point. MS Access experience a plus.
To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to Tom Metz, COO tmetz@manncenter.org with CUSTOMER SERVICE INTERN in the subject line.
DEVELOPMENT INTERNSHIPS: (3 Positions)
This position reports directly to the Development Directors per assignment. The Development Department of the Mann Center for the Performing Arts has seven full-time employees and is responsible for fundraising for the Center. Our constituents include board members, elected government officials, individual donors, corporations and foundations.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to
The duties of the development interns include prospect research (on the internet), assisting with the planning and execution of special events, assisting with the management of volunteers, writing thank you and solicitation letters, in addition to preparing articles for the Mann’s electronic newsletter. General office work includes preparing mailings, maintaining excel spreadsheets, filing, copying, scanning, and answering phones. The Development interns will be asked to make calls on behalf of development staff to donors, volunteers, board members and other VIPs. The interns are expected to attend Mann performances and greet and guide Mann patrons and VIP guests.
Requirements:
The Development interns must have excellent interpersonal, problem solving and organizational skills. The candidates must have a very good phone manner, have strong writing skills and must be available in the evening hours to work at Mann performances. Experience using Excel and Microsoft Word is necessary.
To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to Leslie Bluestone, Director of Individual Giving, lbluestone@manncenter.org with DEVELOPMENT INTERN in the subject line.
EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT INTERSHIP (2 Positions)
This position reports directly to the Director of Education and Community Engagement.
The Education and Community Engagement Department annually coordinates the Mann Center’s Education and Community Engagement Programs. These include The Young People’s Concert Series, an outdoor summer 5-concert series presenting high quality global performances in music, theater, and dance; The Connecting Arts-N-Schools Series, a performing arts outreach initiative in citywide schools during the formal school year; and ArtsTeach, the Mann Center’s series of workshops and performances at the on-site Field Education Center.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assist in development and distribution of programs and study guides for Young People’s Concert Series, Connecting Arts-N-Schools, and ArtsTeach Programs
- Assist with taking and confirming performance reservations
- Assist with coordinating transportation for sponsored schools to education programs
- Assist with scheduling schools and artists for Connecting Arts-N-Schools and ArtsTeach Programs
- Assist with compiling evaluation data for educational programs
- Attend all scheduled performances
Requirements:
The candidate must have excellent interpersonal, problem solving and organizational skills. Intern candidates should enjoy working with young people; possess strong telephone and communication skills; be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint; have a good eye for detail and be able to work independently.
To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to Rhoda Blount, Director of Education and Community Engagement, rblount@manncenter.org with EDUCATION INTERN in the subject line.
EXECUTIVE OFFICE INTERNSHIP: (1 Position)
Reporting to the Executive Assistant to the President and Board of Directors this internship will support the planning and execution of institutional scheduling and logistics as it relates to the executive staff of the Mann.
Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to:
- Assist in the preparation of Board and subcommittee meeting materials.
- Assist in Board communication regarding special events, Board activities, and VIP request.
- Assist in supporting good governance, best practices with various Board activities.
- Assist in any special institutional events as required.
- Assist in executive meeting scheduling and logistics for the CEO, COO, VP of Institutional Advancement and additional key staff.
- Direct incoming calls to the proper staff members as main operator contact.
- Manage reservation system for concert dining.
Requirements:
The candidate must have excellent interpersonal, problem solving and organizational skills. Experienced in Microsoft Office with a full understanding of all programs.
To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to: Alayna Sands, Executive Assistant to the President and Board of Directors, asands@manncenter.org with EXECUTIVE SUPPORT INTERN in the subject line.
FINANCE INTERNSHIP: (2 Positions)
This position reports directly to the Comptroller.
Strong academic credentials (Minimum GPA of 3.0), and in a accredited business program who has business or equivalent experience and can handle the challenges of a fast-paced working environment
Responsibilities and Requirements:
- Relevant work experience (e.g. internships, summer positions, school jobs)
- Strong working knowledge of MS Windows programs such as Excel and Word, MS Access experience a plus
- Demonstrated problem solving, and strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments, manage ambiguity, and assign urgency to required tasks on their on initiative.
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Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels
Ability to attend evening performances - Have taken fundamental accounting courses.
- Ability to perform inventories of equipment and other assets.
- Ability to do bank reconciliations or demonstrate equivalent experience.
Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the comptroller.
To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to Adalis Marrero, Comptroller, amarrero@manncenter.org with FINANCE INTERN in the subject line.
MARKETING AND DIGITAL MEDIA INTERNSHIP: (1 Position)
This position reports directly to the Digital Marketing Manager.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Research assignments as determined by the Digital Marketing Manager including:
- Searching out information about upcoming performers such as news items, trivia, album & live performance reviews, free mp3’s, etc. for potential use in social media campaigns.
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New SM tools and technology
- Related Grants
- Investigate cross-promotional opportunities with other area events, blogs, venues, etc.
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Support Digital Marketing Manager with Data Analysis:
- Google Analytics reports for web
- Email Marketing reports
- Social Media tracking
- Surveys
- Assist with marketing recordkeeping and settlements
- Help to develop event-specific marketing plans
- Maintain separate press clipping and ad books
- Significant involvement in The Mann’s Access to the Arts Program
- Coordinate Parking Passes
- Generate “backstage” Social Media content (ie. Photos, video, blog posts).
- Light graphic design
- General office tasks such as filing, copying, updating contacts, spreadsheets, etc., and other administrative assignments as needed.
Requirements:
- MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite
- Excellent writing skills
- Familiarity with Drupal-based websites helpful
- Photography and/or Videography experience a plus
- Organized and motivated!
Previous work experience required; students with marketing, public relations, social media, and/or music industry-related experience are encouraged to apply.
To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to Allison Krumm, Digital Marketing Manager, akrumm@manncenter.org with DIGITAL MEDIA INTERN in subject line.
PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERNSHIP: (1 Position)
This position reports directly to the Mann’s PR firm Devine & Powers and the Digital Marketing Manager.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assist marketing staff and PR firm in promoting The Mann Center for the Performing Arts during its 2012 season
- Monitor media coverage of The Mann and its concerts; keep log of all media clips
- Maintain newsroom on manncenter.org and press board on-site
- Assist in writing and distributing press releases and media advisories
- Arrange for media/reviewer tickets for all shows and coordinate with photographers
- Staff concerts to oversee media on-site
Requirements:
- Interest in arts administration and PR/marketing for arts organizations
- Experience in arts industry a plus
- Experience in PR or marketing a plus
- The candidate must have excellent interpersonal, problem solving and organizational skills
To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to Allison Krumm, Digital Marketing Manager, akrumm@manncenter.org with PR INTERN in the subject line.
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COLLEGE CREDIT INTERNSHIPS |
COMPENSATED INTERNSHIPS |
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Any approved intern actively engaged in the Mann Intern Program to fulfill college credit will be part of an unpaid program. Applicants must state they are using the internship as college credit when applying to the select internships. The Mann will evaluate and determine if the internship will fulfill school requirements on a case by cases basis. |
For interns not actively engaged in a college credit program, the Mann offers a limited number of internships that receive an honorarium of $1,800. Interns who are accepted in this program will receive that honorarium at the successful conclusion of their internship. |
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