Marketing/ Media, Development/ Special Events, and Arts Management Internships

WHO ARE WE?

BodyStories: Teresa Fellion Dance is an NYC-based non-profit contemporary dance company, officially formed in 2011, and active with individual projects since 2004. We create original dance works in collaboration with composers and artists of all disciplines, and have performed across the continental United States, Cameroon, and in Europe. We work very closely with our Musical Director, John Yannelli, to make each BodyStories performance a unique sensory experience, upholding our mission to create profound emotional responses for our audiences. In addition to creating and performing innovative works, our company is committed to connecting with diverse populations through dance education and maintaining a stable business model to sustain our work. We collectively speak nine languages and research, perform, and collaborate with artists from five continents.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

BodyStories is hiring interns for the Fall season! We are seeking applicants who are detail-oriented and self-motivated. Interest in the performing arts is essential! Previous arts administration experience preferred. In addition to the following areas of focus, interns will perform general operational tasks and take on other exciting projects involved in several aspects of our BodyStories 2018 Fall Season.

MARKETING & MEDIA INTERN

Manage company social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram, LinkedIn)

Photo/video editing

Work with artistic director to develop and execute marketing campaigns in relation to company events and projects

Work with company manager and development team to design and implement fundraising campaigns

Newsletter and correspondence design

Design of print and online marketing materials

Experience with Photoshop and Illustrator is desired

SPECIAL EVENTS & DEVELOPMENT INTERN

Monthly newsletter and communications

Content development

Work with company manager to plan and coordinate donor cultivation events

Research and apply for residencies and performance opportunities

Research touring locations and venues

Touring correspondence assistance

Grant application assistance

Corporate sponsorship assistance

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit a resume and cover letter to Natalie Pena at natalie@bodystoriesfellion.org

Positions begin in September 2018. Interns receive a stipend for the fall semester and are eligible for course credit. Interns are encouraged to attend free company class and are welcome to observe rehearsals.