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• Marketing, PR & Social Media Intern

  The Marketing intern will work closely with the Dixon Place Marketing Manager and staff to develop and implement promotional campaigns and create engaging content for social media. This internship is an opportunity to work in a creative environment while developing professional and personal skills. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and be a highly organized, proactive individual with a passion for the arts.

  Reports to: Marketing Manager
  Hours: 10-15 hours per week on-site with the possibility for remote work and additional hours Compensation: $15/hour 

  Specific duties will include working with artists and the DP team to:

  • Create weekly Eblasts (via Constant Contact) and other promotional materials
  • Curate content and manage social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) 
  • Populate, update, and maintain website content in WordPress
  • Assist with proofreading all marketing copy
  • Maintain patron database
  • Additional tasks assigned by the DP team.

  Requirements/Qualifications:

  • Working knowledge and experience with Google Suite and Microsoft Office.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the social media landscape
  • Willingness to work both independently and collaboratively
  • Ability to proofread, copyedit, and focus on details
  • Creativity, resourcefulness, and reliability

  • Strong interpersonal written and oral communication skills
  • Capacity to strategize, plan ahead, and be proactive 
  • Ability to manage various assignments with shifting priorities
  • Propensity for being responsible, proactive, determined, honest, and mindful 

  Experience with WordPress, Constant Contact, video editing software, and graphic design is a plus, but not required.

  Dixon Place is committed to fostering the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion among its staff, board, and artistic constituents. DP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, religion, or any other category protected by law. Candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

  Please submit resume and letter of interest* to mike@dixonplace.org with “Marketing Internship”, in the subject line. A minimum 4-month commitment and proof of vaccination are required. 10-15 hours/week (flexible scheduling with the possibility of some additional and/or remote hours).

  *Letter should include what interests you about DP’s mission and programs. Visit dixonplace.org

  About Dixon Place
  A bastion for visionary artists since 1986, Dixon Place (DP) is a non-profit institution dedicated to supporting the development and presentation of original work in all genres of performing and literary arts. With an abiding commitment to racial, gender, and LGBTQIA+ justice and equity, diversity is a mandate and artist remuneration a priority. In a professional, compassionate environment, artists are inspired and encouraged to take risks, generate new ideas, and execute new practices.

  Located on Manhattan’s Lower East Side, Dixon Place is a 6000 sq. ft. physically accessible facility with a 120 seat, state-of-the-art theater and a cocktail lounge with an intimate performing space and art gallery.

  While artists such as Blue Man Group, Lisa Kron, and John Leguizamo began their careers at DP, established artists have appeared over the years such as Justin Vivian Bond, Kate Clinton, Alan Cumming, Niles Ford, Taylor Mac, Terry McMillan, Vernon Reid, Wallace Shawn, Martha Wainwright, and BD Wong, to name a few.

  Providing incomparable opportunities for artists of all stripes and callings, and endowing audiences with accessible, memorable, enriching cultural experiences, Dixon Place has successfully supported artistic achievement for 36 years, contributing significantly to NYC’s cultural landscape.

  For more information, please visit www.dixonplace.org.

• Technical

  Technical interns will work in all aspects of production:  from load-in, to running shows, and load-out. After training, interns will run shows independently:  operating state-of-the-art lighting and sound consoles. Interns will work directly with artists and the production staff, assisting in the technical needs of nightly performances. Hours vary from week to week, but are generally in the afternoons and evenings, totaling approximately 40 hours a week. Responsibilities include working directly with the Technical Director, communicating with artists to understand their technical needs, and running lighting, sound and video for nightly performances. Entertainment Technology experience is suggested, but not required. $100 / week stipend.  To apply, email a resume and cover letter indicating dates and hours of availability to contact@dixonplace.org with “Technical Internship  (season of interest)” in the subject line.

• Administrative

  This is a terrific opportunity for recent graduates interested in a career in the non-profit sector to gain hands-on experience managing a dynamic non-profit art space.

  Key responsibilities include general office management, fielding inquiries from the public, database maintenance, archiving, communicating with artists, assisting with press, programs, marketing, and distribution of promotional materials.

  This position interacts with artists and the public regularly. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are required. Knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, and Google Applications required.

  We are looking for self-starters and creative thinkers with a willingness to learn. Our interns carry significant responsibility and after training will represent Dixon Place while working.

  Hours are 10am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, totaling 40 hours a week. $100/week stipend offered (paid out every two weeks). Minimum 4-month commitment To apply, email a resume and cover letter indicating dates and hours of availability to contact@dixonplace.org, with “Administrative Internship (season of interest)” in the subject line.

• Artistic & Archives

  Working with the Artistic Director, Director of Programming and the Marketing & Community Outreach Associate, the Artistic & Archives Intern will assist with reviewing artist submissions, recording performances for our archives, reviewing and editing performance video for various archival and marketing projects, organizing archival records, and other creative tasks. Applicants should have a demonstrated interest in theater and performance and basic video editing skills. Archival (or database management) experiences or relevant skills preferred. The schedule is variable, split between day and evening hours, averaging 20-25 hours a week. $50 / week stipend. To apply, email a resume and cover letter indicating dates and hours of availability to programming@dixonplace.org with “Artistic & Archives Internship (season of interest)” in the subject line.

• Graphic Design

  Working with Dixon Place staff and artists, the graphic design intern will have a highly flexible schedule, and may be able to work offsite at least 50% of the time. The graphic design intern will work with DP staff in consultations with artists, updating elements within current design templates, and creating new designs. 10-20 hours a week. There is no stipend for this internship.  To apply, email a resume and cover letter indicating dates and hours of availability to marketing@dixonplace.org, with “Design Internship (season of interest)” in the subject line.