Post Gallery—Arts Management/Docent Interns
Unpaid internship opportunities currently exist for students wishing to gain experience in Art History, Management and Event Production. Interns report to the Executive Director while providing support to various divisions as needed.
Post Gallery internships present Arts History and Management students with dynamic, hands-on opportunities to work with world class artists and produce bold, exciting exhibitions. Open gallery and reception times vary.
Post Gallery Interns will play a significant role in effecting tangible change in newly developing gallery practices and programming and will obtain skills in production, commission, presentation, promotion, chronicling, criticism and sale of fine art.
It is anticipated that one positive and successful outcome of this internships would be that persons involved in these initiatives from AH administration to the artists to strategic partners, et al will express interest in hiring the services of the intern because he/she has proven that he/she is up to the task.
Responsibilities
ArtSpace Herndon Post Gallery intern duties will include:
Assist with all aspects of Post Gallery operations by engaging with patrons, tracking gallery attendance, facilitating art sales, updating and producing content for social media
Support the development of marketing collateral that will appeal to a diverse, artistically appreciative patronage. Write articles covering exhibits, receptions, featured artists, and so on.
Assist in the development of Calls for Art, particularly those targeting underrepresented artists and art forms
Assist with installations of exhibitions and help prepare and coordinate opening receptions
Produce special displays for events or exhibits (slideshows, etc.)
Assist with volunteer recruitment, scheduling, coordination and recognition programming
Interns may also research, develop, and implement multiple projects during their internship that are developed under the auspices of the Exhibit Manager. It is anticipated such projects will result in deliverables that directly contribute to the needs of the Post Gallery while advancing the personal and professional development of the intern
Skills and Qualifications
A broad based knowledge of current trends in fine arts is essential
Excellent organizational written and oral communication skills
Ability and confidence to interact with people from all diverse background as well as visitors from foreign countries
Salesmanship ability and commercial awareness
Teamwork skills and the ability to assist with leading and motivating volunteers
A creative flair with a genuine interest in and enthusiasm for art
Physical stamina for organizing and setting up exhibitions to include lighting
Valid Driver's License, reliable transportation, and cellphone
Outcome domains
Critical thinking
Reflective thinking
Effective reasoning
Creativity
Global perspective
Technological competence
Managing career development
Apply
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to info@artsherndon.org