Application Deadline: August 15th    

Internship Period: September - December (dates may vary depending on department)

Internships

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

Founded in 1980, the Mark Morris Dance Group is a 18 member dance company headquartered at the Mark Morris Dance Center in Fort Greene, Brooklyn. The company has tour engagements domestically and internationally throughout the year and tours almost exclusively with live music. The Mark Morris Dance Center, opened in September 2001, is home to the Mark Morris Dance Group, The School, a Studio Rental program and Wellness Center.

The Mark Morris Dance Group (MMDG) seeks candidates interested in learning about Arts Administration. Internships are available in four areas of concentration: Development, Marketing, Operations, and Finance and Business Administration.

While the internship is based within one department, participants will get a broad overview of the overall workings of the company through involvement with various special projects and events. Interns will gain in-depth experience and will learn how various departments work together to achieve the organization’s goals. Interns will also gain nonprofit administrative experience which can include: basic budgeting, project management, business writing, customer service, and introductory database training.

Internships are hosted year-round. Beginning/End dates will be mutually agreed upon on an individual basis. A commitment of 15-30 hours a week for 12-16 weeks is required (may vary by department).

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

Development:

- Research funding opportunities from current and prospective donors using online databases including Wealth Engine and Foundation Center Online.
- Work with Development Associate to process membership gifts in Raiser’s Edge, generate acknowledgement letters, and update membership records.
- Assist with planning and execution of member events including building tours, receptions, and MMDG Open House, among others.
- Oversee and maintain department filing.
- Organize and maintain accurate records for files, Raiser’s Edge.
- Provide administrative assistance to the Development Director and Development Associate.

Finance and Business Administration:

- Focus on The School, Wellness Center and Dance Center Operations
- Assist with annual Audit preparation (summer) and assist with year-end reporting (fall)
- Assist with HR administration and maintaining employee records
- Assist with budgeting and cash flow management
- Provide administrative assistance to Finance Associate, Finance Assistant and Chief Financial Officer

Operations:

- Focus on Dance Center Operations, with an emphasis on the Rental Program, Work/Study Program, School, and Wellness Center
- Provide administrative assistance to the Operations Department
- Work with Senior Operations Manager on events and event management and MMDG archive
- Assist Operations Manager in daily accounting reconciliation and filing of rental materials
- Updated public rental availability calendars and prepare content for space availability eblasts and social media postings

- Assist with customer service related to school, rental, and retail departments
- Proficiency with MS Office required and experience working with calendar and point of sale software a plus

Marketing:

Marketing interns at MMDG work under the direction of the Marketing Associate. There are opportunities available for interns interested in:

GRAPHIC DESIGN:

- Generate and maintain marketing collateral for print and web - including brochures, calendars, postcards, press kits, banner ads, etc.
- Create engaging content for social media marketing
- Design and send emails
- Update and maintain the MMDG website, and work on soon-to-be-launched new website
- Design candidates must be proficient with the Adobe Creative Suite of tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.), Microsoft applications, Google apps, and basic website content management systems.

MULTI-MEDIA JOURNALISM:

- Create interesting and relevant content for use on MMDG’s tumblr, website, and other social media outlets - including written articles, photos, and video
- Research potential stories and pitch ideas to the marketing team
- Assist with press outreach on local blogs, industry partners, etc.
- Journalism candidates must be highly resourceful and creative, and possess excellent writing skills.
- Experience in video editing and production is needed, along with an awareness of digital marketing / social media outlets.

Successful marketing interns will have strong organizational and time-management skills, and attention to detail.  

Candidates must submit a work sample along with their intern application demonstrating experience in graphic/web design, video or photo editing, or related skill. Internship areas can overlap.

Qualifications:

Superb attention to detail
Responsible, reliable and efficient
Excellent writing and verbal communication skills (English)
Proficiency with MS Word, MS excel and general internet proficiency
Background in dance, music, theater or performing arts is preferred

 
Compensation:

Unlimited dance classes at The School at the Mark Morris Dance Center
Access to Wellness Center fitness equipment
Discounted Studio Rental rates

Please provide the following as part of your application:

Resume including education and work experience
Cover letter detailing what you would like to gain from your internship and how you would contribute to the efforts of MMDG
One recommendation letter and three references (no family members please)

Applications

Indicate Internship-(your choice department) on the subject line of email or in body of cover letter
Applications in electronic format preferred, and accepted at internship@mmdg.org
Mailed applications – Human Resources, Mark Morris Dance Group, 3 Lafayette Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, 11217