CuDC looking for intern

Cultural Development Corporation (CuDC), a nonprofit organization that creates opportunities for artists and arts organizations that stimulate economic development and improves the quality of life in the DC area, is accepting applications for a Marketing & Communications Intern. CuDC makes space for art. They manage Flashpoint and Source, two facilities that offer artists and arts organizations the tools and services, in conjunction with affordable space they need to thrive. They also facilitate artist housing and other arts development projects. This position reports to the Communications Manager, providing a unique opportunity to support CuDC’s institutional and programmatic marketing and communications efforts.

Responsibilities:

· Coordinating social media strategies for CuDC and its various programs;

· Creating and distributing weekly e-newsletter and compiling content for bi-monthly enewsletter;

· Updating content for organization websites, as well as content for blogs or social networking sites;

· Assisting with marketing around special events and activities;

· Researching online and print media outlets;

· Monitoring and archiving media coverage;

· Assisting with special events;

· Assisting with other administrative tasks, as appropriate.

Qualifications:

· Undergraduate or graduate student preferred;

· Interest in marketing, media and communications;

· Excellent writing & editing skills;

· Savvy using traditional and new media tools;

· Attention to detail;

· Comfort working in a cooperative environment that represents a broad range of artistic, cultural and social points of view; and

· Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and/or Illustrator a plus.

Commitment: Flexible schedule; minimum of 15 hours per week.

Compensation: Stipend

To apply: The deadline for applications is September 25, 2009.

To apply, submit a resume and writing sample with cover letter to emma@culturaldc.org. Writing sample should be 250 words or less. Mention “Communications Intern” in the subject line.