Marketing, Communications, and Creative Media Intern Spring 2027

USA (Hybrid)

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Posted 2 hrs ago

Job Summary

Own the marketing driven outreach for WPA, from brainstorming campaigns to copy and content creation across print, digital, and events.

Brainstorm ideas with the marketing team to raise awareness and participation.
Craft email, ad, and social copy in collaboration with key managers.
Support program content creation, event media, and archival materials.

Job Description

Responsibilities

With the marketing team, brainstorm and develop ideas for increasing the public’s awareness of and participation in Washington Performing Arts’s wide range of artistic, educational, and community programs.
In cooperation with the Senior Manager, Marketing & Publications, craft copy for email campaigns and advertising including The Washington Post Guide to Lively Arts listings.
Support creation of performance and event program content, including formatting of Large Print programs, print programs, and other digital and print materials. Work with local print vendors to bid on print projects such as postcards, posters, and programs.
With Patron Services team, develop group sales and student ticket fliers and outreach.
Research local businesses for cross-promotional opportunities.
With Digital Content Manager, support creation of written copy for social media captions. Brainstorm ideas for new content on social media platforms.
Assist with developing video and photo content for the annual gala, including capturing content the night of the gala (March 13, 2027).
Assist with building out performance Feedback survey emails in e-marketing platform (WordFly).
Upload and tag organizational photos into the data management system (ResourceSpace).
Assist with scanning archival photographs, backing up archival audio and video files, and cataloguing these materials.

Requirements

18 years of age or older at the time of applying;
High School Diploma;
Legally authorized to work in the United States;
Based in the Washington, D.C. metro area;
Completion of a background check required

Preferred

Outstanding oral and written communication skills
General understanding of marketing and communications concepts and tactics
Curious mindset
Self-starter
Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
Prior experience in an administrative setting preferred
Interest in the performing arts, music, and/or nonprofit organizations
Technological Proficiency: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, virtual meeting platforms
Ability to maintain data privacy and uphold security best practices when handling sensitive information

Salaries

Marketing Communications median pay in the United States

$87K/yr

Most pay falls between $68K and $118K. Based on 969 salaries.

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