Marketing Intern
The Marketing Intern assists the Brevard Music Center with a wide variety of duties relating to the promotion and advertisement of the Festival, and overall assistance with marketing department duties.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- assist with the production and dissemination of promotional materials
- write and distribute public service announcements
- update and maintain media contact lists
- research and implement marketing topics as assigned
- assist with press releases and/or press kits as needed
- coordinate weekly box office lobby displays and bulletin boards
- track and file advertising materials and press clippings
- fulfill general marketing duties as needed
The ideal candidate should possess the following:
- minimum two years of college experience
- strong interest in marketing and communications
- excellent writing, interpersonal and organizational skills
- knowledge of performing arts, especially music and related terms
- self-motivation and willingness to take initiative and problem-solve
- ability to work under pressure and handle multiple projects independently
- valid drivers license; own vehicle desired but not necessary
Term of employment is from June 1 to August 10, 2010. Exact daily schedule may vary but the position requires a full-time commitment throughout the employment period, often including weekends due to the vast number of performances. The position requires a commitment of seven days a week, however time off will be negotiated as the performance schedule dictates.
On-campus housing, meals, and a salary of $2400 are provided.
Applicants should mail, fax or email a cover letter, resume, and three references to:
Kristine McCreery
Communications Officer
Brevard Music Center
PO Box 312
Brevard, NC 28712
(828) 862-2112 phone
(828) 884-2036 fax
kmccreery@brevardmusic.org
Brevard Music Center is a seven week summer institute and festival. Four-hundred young musicians from around the country come each summer to study and perform in over 80 concerts ranging from orchestra to opera, chamber music and pops. As a matter of policy, the Brevard Music Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, national origin, age or individual handicap in the recruitment and admission of students, the recruitment and employment of its faculty and staff, or the operation of any of its programs and activities.
