Cincinnati Memorial Hall Society is hiring a Marketing & Development Intern to support our historic preservation and programming efforts, including the Longworth-Anderson Series!
Position: Marketing & Development Intern
Posted: November 11, 2021
Reports to: Executive Director of the Cincinnati Memorial Hall Society and Longworth-Anderson Series
About the Cincinnati Memorial Hall Society:
Established in 2004, the Cincinnati Memorial Hall Society (CMHS) is a trustee-led, nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the history and enhancing Memorial Hall as a place for culture, arts, and community. In 2012, CMHS led the revitalization of Memorial Hall, resulting in its comprehensive renovation completed in 2016 by the Cincinnati Center City Development Corporation (3CDC), CMHS, and Hamilton County. CMHS provides community input for the operation and programming of Memorial Hall; provides high-quality entertainment for a diverse audience through its annual, multi-genre, contemporary music series, the Longworth-Anderson Series (LAS) and LAS Underground virtual concert series; coordinates the “Friends & Founders of LAS” support group; and along with 3CDC coordinates the “Friends of Memorial Hall” support group, dedicated to preserving the Memorial Hall building.
About the Longworth-Anderson Series:
Launched in early 2017 by the Cincinnati Memorial Hall Society, the Longworth-Anderson Series (LAS) features Grammy Award-winning and other nationally recognized performers and bands at beautiful, historic Memorial Hall. This annual series showcases artists from a variety of contemporary music genres including alternative, Americana, bluegrass, blues, country, folk, gospel, hip hop, jazz, pop, R&B, reggae, rock, soul, and world music. Events that are part of the series provide an entire evening of entertainment including pre-concert receptions with live local music, light bites, and beer & wine tastings from popular regional restaurants, craft beer brewers, and wine distributors.
OUR GOALS:
Present each year a diverse lineup of Grammy Award-winning and other top-quality acts across a range of contemporary music genres for our community to enjoy;
Become a perennial and popular part of Cincinnati’s entertainment calendar;
Demonstrate the value of having the Memorial Hall theater as an integral part of the arts district around Washington Park
Job Description:
The Cincinnati Memorial Hall Society seeks a part-time Marketing & Development Intern for the 2022 season.
Memorial Hall is located at 1225 Elm Street in Over-the-Rhine. The intern will work remotely from their personal computer. Hours are flexible, to be coordinated in advance with the Executive Director, tracked, and reported on a regular basis. Some evenings and weekends are expected for concerts and other special events.
The intern will have the opportunity to learn about the inner workings of a medium-sized nonprofit organization. They will be invited and encouraged to propose specific projects related to marketing and development, in addition to performing administrative tasks as assigned.
Duties & Principal Responsibilities:
The intern’s duties include supporting the Executive Director in the implementation and coordination of:
Operational aspects of Longworth-Anderson Series concerts and receptions, assisted by Memorial Hall’s on-site staff;
LAS Underground virtual concerts;
Social media, website, and other marketing activities;
Promotional partners and media coverage;
Playbill advertisements and in-kind donations;
Food & beverage partners for pre-concert receptions;
“Friends & Founders of the Longworth-Anderson Series” and “Friends of Memorial Hall” support groups, including donor benefits, acknowledgments, and presentation of the annual “Friends & Founders Reception”;
Community engagement, including special events (e.g. “Music Trivia Nights,” etc.), partnerships, surveys, and giveaways;
Volunteer recruitment and onboarding;
Memorial Hall preservation efforts and other CMHS activities (e.g. Veterans Day programming, presentations, tours, etc.) at Memorial Hall;
Key records, metrics, and mailing lists
Minimum Requirements
Education
Bachelor’s degree or current enrollment as a junior or senior in arts administration, marketing, business administration, or a related arts/humanities discipline
Skills & Competencies
Dependable and willing to work independently on special project(s) as assigned, in addition to performing day-to-day tasks;
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with stakeholders ranging from artists to community partners;
Detail-oriented and organized;
Creative problem-solving skills and resourcefulness;
Energetic, positive outlook and collaborative spirit;
Commitment to organizational values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and audience access;
Proficient in Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook
Desirable Attributes
Demonstrated community involvement, including other internships or volunteer work;
Interest in the arts, contemporary music, and/or historic preservation;
Familiarity with marketing and public relations strategies, including experience with social media;
Design experience
To Apply:
Interested and qualified candidates may send their cover letter, resume, and two professional references to Cori Wolff, Executive Director of the Cincinnati Memorial Hall Society and Longworth-Anderson Series, at cori@longworth-andersonseries.com.
Applications are due by December 15, 2021. Starting date is flexible, ideally January 2022.
The internship is part-time (approximately 1-2 days per week) at a mutually agreeable rate and period based on organizational needs and student’s program parameters. Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination status is required for employment.
