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Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art
North Adams, MA
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Spring 2010 INTERNSHIP PROGRAMS AT MASS MoCA
Production Interns (2): Interns work with the Production Coordinator, Master Carpenter, Master Electrician, House Sound Engineer, and house crew on all aspects of technical theatre and film. This includes hands-on in all of the following areas – carpentry, lighting, sound, audio/visual, and running crew.
Performing Arts Administration (2): Interns work directly with the Managing Director of Performing Arts in coordination of current and future season planning, general office work, and maintaining/updating department archives. Interns will rotate between assisting in both drafting the event programs and researching upcoming artists and working with artist services to arrange logistics of visiting artists, staff, and fellow interns.
Marketing/Public Relations (1): Interns work on all aspects of publicizing the organization including writing press releases, giving tours of the galleries, preparing press packets, advertising for all upcoming performing arts events in surrounding areas, researching new forums for publicity, and assisting with public outreach and special events.
*Box Office (1): Intern assist both Box Office Manager and Assistant Box Office Manager with promoting performances and exhibitions to public, act as a greeter and provide customer service to MASS MoCA patrons, filling brochure racks, answering phones, ticket orders via phone, in person, and online for performing arts and gallery exhibitions, updating mailing list database, responsible for daily cash drawer, and providing general information about MASS MoCA, North Adams, Western Massachusetts - often includes giving directions and/or recommendations of other highlights of the Berkshire County.
Visual Arts (1): Interns assist in the day-to-day operations of a busy curatorial and education department, giving regular tours of exhibitions, developing focused ''spotlight'' talks on topics of special interest, and assisting in the preparation and planning of upcoming exhibitions at MASS MoCA.
Graphic Design (1): Intern works directly with the Director of Design producing a wide variety of printed and virtual matter for MASS MoCA, including, but not limited to, catalogues, posters, brochures, signage, websites, apparel, and packaging. Applicants should demonstrate creativity, versatility, enthusiasm, and a commitment to a career in graphic design. Excellent knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite required. Portfolio review and interview required.
*Kidspace (1-2): Primary responsibility is to oversee public hours, helping visitors explore the exhibition and create their own works of art. The intern also teaches summer art classes and works with summer groups. The intern will assist Kidspace staff with planning upcoming events and gallery activities, writing family guides and curriculum activities, and with some office duties as needed. The intern is invited to participate in the MASS MoCA intern education program, which meets once a week to discuss different museum-related topics. Interns also meet artists, performers, and museum staff.
Spring 2010 INTERNSHIP PROGRAMS AT MASS MoCA
Production Interns (2): Interns work with the Production Coordinator, Master Carpenter, Master Electrician, House Sound Engineer, and house crew on all aspects of technical theatre and film. This includes hands-on in all of the following areas – carpentry, lighting, sound, audio/visual, and running crew.
Performing Arts Administration (2): Interns work directly with the Managing Director of Performing Arts in coordination of current and future season planning, general office work, and maintaining/updating department archives. Interns will rotate between assisting in both drafting the event programs and researching upcoming artists and working with artist services to arrange logistics of visiting artists, staff, and fellow interns.
Marketing/Public Relations (1): Interns work on all aspects of publicizing the organization including writing press releases, giving tours of the galleries, preparing press packets, advertising for all upcoming performing arts events in surrounding areas, researching new forums for publicity, and assisting with public outreach and special events.
*Box Office (1): Intern assist both Box Office Manager and Assistant Box Office Manager with promoting performances and exhibitions to public, act as a greeter and provide customer service to MASS MoCA patrons, filling brochure racks, answering phones, ticket orders via phone, in person, and online for performing arts and gallery exhibitions, updating mailing list database, responsible for daily cash drawer, and providing general information about MASS MoCA, North Adams, Western Massachusetts - often includes giving directions and/or recommendations of other highlights of the Berkshire County.
Visual Arts (1): Interns assist in the day-to-day operations of a busy curatorial and education department, giving regular tours of exhibitions, developing focused ''spotlight'' talks on topics of special interest, and assisting in the preparation and planning of upcoming exhibitions at MASS MoCA.
Graphic Design (1): Intern works directly with the Director of Design producing a wide variety of printed and virtual matter for MASS MoCA, including, but not limited to, catalogues, posters, brochures, signage, websites, apparel, and packaging. Applicants should demonstrate creativity, versatility, enthusiasm, and a commitment to a career in graphic design. Excellent knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite required. Portfolio review and interview required.
*Kidspace (1-2): Primary responsibility is to oversee public hours, helping visitors explore the exhibition and create their own works of art. The intern also teaches summer art classes and works with summer groups. The intern will assist Kidspace staff with planning upcoming events and gallery activities, writing family guides and curriculum activities, and with some office duties as needed. The intern is invited to participate in the MASS MoCA intern education program, which meets once a week to discuss different museum-related topics. Interns also meet artists, performers, and museum staff.
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