Internship description provided by First Person Arts
Since 2001, First Person Arts has been Philly’s premier storytelling arts nonprofit. Our mission is to transform the drama of real life into memoir and documentary art to foster an appreciation for our unique and shared experiences. We believe that everyone has a story to tell and that sharing our stories connects us with each other and the world.
Marketing and Archives Intern
First Person Arts is seeking a motivated Marketing and Archives Intern to assist in organizing and cataloging our existing photo database. This internship presents a unique opportunity to work closely with both the Marketing and Archives departments as we strive to create a comprehensive system that improves accessibility and enhances our storytelling initiatives.
Under the guidance of the Director of Marketing and the Archivist, you will:
- Organize and catalog: Review, label, and categorize existing photos in our database to ensure they are easily searchable and accessible for marketing and promotional purposes.
- Develop an organizational system: Create a user-friendly system of organization that aligns with our marketing goals and enhances the use of photos in our campaigns.
- Collaborate on Marketing Materials: Work with the marketing team to identify high-impact images for upcoming projects and initiatives.
- Assist in database management: Support the maintenance of our photo database, ensuring that new images are properly labeled and organized as they are added.
- Research and documentation: Research best practices for photo management and organization, providing recommendations to improve our current system.
- Create reports: Compile reports on the status of the photo organization project, including metrics on accessibility and usage.
Recommended qualifications
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Familiarity with photo management software and databases
- Basic knowledge of marketing principles and strategies
- Strong communication skills for collaborating with team members and presenting findings
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- A passion for storytelling and an understanding of the arts
What you will gain from this internship:
- Photo Management Experience: Gain hands-on experience organizing and cataloging a large photo database, learning best practices in digital asset management and software tools.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with marketing and archival teams to align visual assets with strategic goals, developing strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Marketing Insights: Understand how photos support marketing and storytelling efforts, and contribute to selecting high-impact images for campaigns and promotions.
- Organizational and Analytical Skills: Strengthen your ability to organize photos efficiently, analyze systems for improvement, and enhance project execution.
- Database Management and Reporting: Build database management skills while maintaining a photo database and creating progress reports on project status and photo usage.
- Research and Best Practices: Conduct research on industry standards for photo management, applying findings to suggest improvements in the organizational system.
- Exposure to Arts and Storytelling: Gain insight into how visual content enhances arts-based storytelling and cultural initiatives, bridging marketing, archiving, and the arts.
- Time Management and Independence: Develop time management skills while working autonomously, ensuring deadlines are met without compromising quality.
- Creative Input and Portfolio Building: Contribute to the creative process of marketing campaigns, enhancing your portfolio with digital content management and marketing-related work.
- Networking Opportunities: Build valuable professional connections in marketing, archiving, and the arts, which can open doors for future career growth.
This internship is an exciting opportunity to gain practical experience in both marketing and archival practices within a vibrant arts organization. If you are passionate about storytelling and possess the skills to help us enhance our visual assets, we encourage you to apply!
Application Procedure
To apply for this or any of the other SHIP internships, please follow the instructions at the Summer Humanities Internship Program homepage.