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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Center for the Performing Arts (CPA) in the College of Arts and Architecture (University Park, PA) is looking for a student interested in working in the field of arts/events marketing and communications. Join our marketing team as an Editorial Associate and assist with writing feature stories, press releases, newsletter and brochure copy, interviewing sources and developing stories that demonstrate the impact of the arts on campus and in the community. The successful candidate will join the Arts Marketing Collective, a team of students supervised by the Director of Marketing and each mentored by a professional in the CPA marketing and communications department working to build audiences for a wide variety of arts experiences.  Internships may be completed for credit through the Bellisario College of Communications. Credit and not-for-credit internships are paid at $18 per hour.

Job Duties

• Write feature stories, press releases, publication and ad copy.
• Assist in promoting performances and engagement events.
• The successful candidate will further develop skills in research, writing, interviewing, and events promotion.    

  

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Qualifications 

• Current Penn State undergraduate student. 
• Passion for the Arts. 
• Experience using MS Office 365. 
• Time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Candidates should have strong communication skills and a willingness to work with peers and staff to effectively build community through the arts. 

You will work alongside seasoned professionals, developing leadership skills and gaining meaningful work experiences to document on a resume and in a professional portfolio. In person or hybrid work assignment. 8-10 hours per week. To apply for this position, please complete the online application, and, in addition, upload a cover letter and resume.

Compensation:

The starting rate for this job is $18/hour

 

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