Public Relations Intern

JACOBS PILLOW DANCE FESTIVAL INC•Becket, MA

5d•$0 - $3,150•Onsite

About The Position

Jacob's Pillow seeks a proactive and detail-oriented Public Relations Intern to support the organization's PR, communications, and publicity efforts to enhance its brand visibility and reputation. Reporting to the Public Relations & Communications Coordinator, this intern will assist with all aspects of securing, tracking, and archiving media coverage on Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival while managing the composition of weekly press releases, compilation of press kits for media, and other print and digital materials as assigned. The Public Relations Intern will have continuous learning opportunities and advanced exposure which may include the areas of content creation and graphic design, analytics, and reporting, public relations, branding and style, marketing strategy, and more.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail and proficiency in grammar and syntax
Organized and effective time manager that is comfortable meeting deadlines
Ability to prioritize and carry out multiple projects concurrently
Willingness to be a pleasant verbal communicator and foster positive relationships with stakeholders
Willingness to learn, grow, and adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Strong interest in a communications role within an arts and culture organization
Strong interest in developing interpersonal skills, writing skills, and documentation skills
Knowledge of the dance field is a plus; Journalism, English, Public Relations, Communications, and Marketing majors are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Assist in composing and managing communications with Jacob’s Pillow press members
Write weekly press releases and contribute to the development of story pitching strategies
Proofread written materials and collaborate with department members to ensure timely final production
Draft messaging for online use on behalf of Jacob's Pillow and/or Artistic Director
Attend weekly orientation meetings to share out press needs and timeline with companies
Assist with conducting artist identification photos for Festival artists across all stages
Develop, organize, and photo ID assets for various press image galleries
Track weekly press attendees for performances and retrieve press tickets from box office
Assemble press kits and manage their distribution to press members
Welcome press to campus daily for events and ticket pick-up
Attend weekly dress rehearsals to answer performance-related questions from press
Update master media lists and conduct research for new contacts
Maintain clippings, archives, and tracking systems for press coverage and activities
Cross check and search for discrepancies between company roster, print programs, and other material
Develop and execute targeted promotions as part of the Marketing team
On occasion: Give public tours and work in the Box Office at Will Call
Participate in community outreach efforts
Assist with on- and off-site marketing events
Handle various administrative duties as assigned
Participate in general festival-related duties that aim to broaden your scope and understanding of the various arts administration roles that exist within this field as time allows and requirements evolve.