Title: Web Communications Internship (PAID)
Location: Vienna, Va.
Website: http://www.wolftrap.org/
Description: The Communications and Marketing Department is responsible for publicizing and marketing all of Wolf Trap’s programs and for ensuring a strong and consistent corporate image throughout all materials and promotional pieces relating to Wolf Trap.
Contact: For further information call (703) 255-1933 or 1 (800) 404-8461, or email internships@wolftrap.org.
Responsibilities: Available each summer. Assist with development of e-communication strategies as you work with the Web team to maintain existing website content and design and develop new Web pages, marketing emails, Flash banners, and more.
- Make updates to pages on http://www.wolftrap.org
- Create and prepare HTML files and graphics
- Assist in development of new media, possibly including Flash banners and sound clips
Qualifications:
- Strong knowledge of the Web and online technologies
- Experience with HTML, Adobe Photoshop, and CMS
- Good writing/editing skills and attention to detail
- Experience with other Web applications and knowledge of online communication strategies a plus
- Three electronic samples required
Title: Public Relations Internship (PAID)
Location: Vienna, Va.
Website: http://www.wolftrap.org/
Description: The Communications and Marketing Department is responsible for publicizing and marketing all of Wolf Trap’s programs and for ensuring a strong and consistent corporate image throughout all materials and promotional pieces relating to Wolf Trap.
Contact: For further information call (703) 255-1933 or 1 (800) 404-8461, or email internships@wolftrap.org.
Responsibilities: Available during the spring and summer semesters. Help develop and implement PR strategies at Wolf Trap performances and events by writing and assisting with the distribution of press releases, coordinating press attendance, and assisting with social media outreach, blog posts, and more.
- Respond to queries from both press and public
- Assist with upkeep of a variety of Wolf Trap digital communication tools
- Populate online event sites with Wolf Trap performance detail
- Write promotional articles and artist biographies
- Proofread and edit copy
Qualifications:
- Strong ability to communicate verbally and in writing
- Public Relations, Journalism, or Arts Administration majors/backgrounds preferred
- Experience with digital communication tools
- Passion for social networking and familiarity with relevant online portals
- Familiarity with the local press and related print, broadcast, and online news outlets
Title: Multimedia Internship (PAID)
Location: Vienna, Va.
Website: http://www.wolftrap.org/
Description: The Communications and Marketing Department is responsible for publicizing and marketing all of Wolf Trap’s programs and for ensuring a strong and consistent corporate image throughout all materials and promotional pieces relating to Wolf Trap.
Contact: For further information call (703) 255-1933 or 1 (800) 404-8461, or email internships@wolftrap.org.
Responsibilities: Available during the summer and fall semesters. Help broaden Wolf Trap’s visibility with the latest multimedia video technology. You will shoot, edit, and post videos for Web usage, as well as contribute to the new interactive features of our website including Internet radio, podcasts, RSS feeds, and distance-learning opportunities.
- Work closely with the Web and Social Media staff to develop Internet marketing strategies that help promote Wolf Trap’s arts and education programs
- Process video and audio segments for the website
- Assist with on-site multimedia communications including interactive kiosks, Flash, and Power Point presentations
Qualifications:
- Knowledge of video, graphics, audio, and Web editing software packages (Final Cut Pro and Soundtrack Pro preferred)
- Past video production experience preferred
- Flexible work schedule (nights and weekends required)
- Please submit three varied multimedia samples with your application
To apply for each of these positions, required materials are:
- A cover letter with a brief personal statement and an outline of career goals, specification of which departmental internship(s) is desired, and, if applicable, the desire to participate in the Josie A. Bass Career Development Program for African American Students or Los Padres Internship Program for Hispanic/Latino Students.
- A resume listing relevant courses, previous experience, and special skills. No transcripts please.
- 2 academic and/or professional recommendations.
- 2 contrasting writing samples, no more than 3 pages each (except Technical, Scenic Painting, Costuming, Stage Management, Accounting, Graphic Design, Information Systems, or Photography applicants). No creative writing please.
- Additional materials may be required for specific internships. Please refer to individual job descriptions.
Wolf Trap will confirm receipt of complete applications via email or mail.
Complete applications must be received, not postmarked, by the deadlines.
- Summer Internships (May-September) – March 1
- Fall Internships (September-December) – July 1
- Spring Internships (January-April) – November 1
Send application to:
Internship Program
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts
1645 Trap Road
Vienna, Virginia 22182
Fax: (703) 255-1924
Email: internships@wolftrap.org. Submitting applications via email is strongly encouraged
Interns: It is strongly advised that you enroll in the journalism’s department’s internship class. Read more here.