Literary Arts seeks an intern to assist with free events at our downtown center. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
POSITION: @Literary Arts Events Intern
DURATION: The internship would start not later than February 15, 2023Â and last through mid-April 2023, roughly 5-10 hours a week, NOT EVERY WEEK. Specific events the intern would be working are listed below. Â The internship would take place evenings, from 6PM to 9PM at Literary Arts at 925 SW Washington. This is an in-person internship.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist with event set-up and take-down for approximately 12 events at our downtown office space.
- Capture event photos for Literary Arts social media.
- Record and upload events to Literary Arts YouTube.
- Assist with event production at Oregon Book Awards ceremony on April 3, 2023
QUALIFICATIONS: The successful candidate will have a demonstrated interest in learning more about the nonprofit arts sector and events coordination.
Candidate must be available for most of the following event dates:
2/16/23 Slamlandia
2/25/23 OBA & OLF Reception
3/1/23 One Page Wednesday
3/3/23 Laurel Nakanishi & Mary Szybist
3/15/23 Portland Opera
3/16/23 Slamlandia
3/18/23 Jessica Johnson and Janice Lee
3/22/23 Incite: Queer Writers Read
4/3/23 Oregon Book Awards
4/5/23 One Page Wednesday
And other events TBD.
COMPENSATION: This internship includes a stipend of $500, awarded at the end of the internship.
HOW TO APPLY: To apply, send cover letter telling us about yourself and your resume to jessica@literary-arts.org. No phone calls please. Applications considered on a rolling basis; position is open until filled.
