Opera Philadelphia, called “one of the most creative and ambitious companies in this country” by the New York Times, is offering one hybrid internship opportunity during the summer of 2025:
The Marketing and Digital Content Intern will work with the Marketing and Communications department on digital products and marketing campaigns. Specific duties for the Marketing and Digital Content Intern may include:
- Creating digital multimedia and marketing content for the website and social media in support of the 2024-2025 Season and Opera Philadelphia's 50th Anniversary.
- Using Wordfly email marketing software, edit eblasts based on Opera Philadelphia’s email style guide, email best practices, and staff feedback.
- Assisting in the production of printed programs by reaching out to artists for photos, bios, and additional information.
- Researching and helping set up marketing partnerships, working with established partners and cultivating new ones.
- Updating websites (including third party event listings).
- Writing, research, and proofreading.
- Possible graphic design and video editing projects based on experience.
- Supporting the Community Initiatives and Development departments and providing other institutional support as needed.
Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office/Outlook.
- Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite.
- Familiarity with social media and digital content management.
- Website CMS experience.
- Video editing and production.
- Ability and agility to work under pressure, to adapt easily to changing situations and priorities, and to meet multiple deadlines and goals simultaneously.
- Attention to detail.
Intern reports to Director of Marketing.
We encourage applicants who are interested in the company and gaining experience in the performing arts industry but may be interested in additional areas or tasks. The focus and duties are subject to change.
The Opera Philadelphia staff is currently working under a hybrid work policy, with both remote and in-office work. More information about Opera Philadelphia is available at operaphila.org and @operaphila. Questions should be directed to Claire Frisbie.
Application Procedure
To apply for this or any of the other internships, please follow the instructions at the Summer Humanities Internship Program homepage.