Job Description: Intern
Interns at The Creative Coalition have the opportunity for exposure to TCC’s programs and administrative functions.
POSITION AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Intern
- Independent Films watch, critique, provide coverage for films for organization to support;
- Researching social and political issues ranging from First Amendment rights and arts advocacy to children’s education and Campaign Finance Reform;
- Building relationships with foundations and the media;
- Event planning and execution;
- Member relations;
- Preparing documents for the public or media; and
- Assisting with general business communications and office organization.
QUALIFICATIONS: One or More Years of College
Interns are expected to have excellent written and oral communication skills and be able to successfully balance multiple work assignments.
Interns need to have experience in the following areas:
- Communication, such as dealing with the press on events and programs;
- Journalism, such as working on a newspaper or magazine;
- Public Relations, such as developing newsletters, press releases and press kits;
- Politics, such as political or grassroots campaigns and/or student government;
- Public Policy, such as community service or volunteerism with a not-for-profit; or
- Business, such as administrative skills or academic study.
COMPENSATION: Academic Credit
Compensation is offered through academic credit.
Transportation reimbursement is negotiable.
Please contact Risa Kotek at Rkotek@thecreativecoalition.org or 212-512-8578 if you are interested in applying.
Headquartered in New York City. The Creative Coalition is the premier nonprofit, nonpartisan social and public education organization of the arts and entertainment industry. Founded in 1989 by prominent figures in the creative community, TCC educates leaders in the arts community on issues of public importance, specifically in the areas of First Amendment rights, arts advocacy and public education.
What is The Creative Coalition?
The Creative Coalition is the premier nonprofit, 501(c)3, nonpartisan social and public advocacy organization of the entertainment industry. Founded in 1989 by prominent figures in the creative community, TCC educates and mobilizes leaders in the arts community on issues of public importance, specifically focusing in the areas of arts education in the public schools; public funding for the arts; and freedom of expression.
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Who belongs to TCC?
People whose careers are related to the arts or entertainment fields. Actors. Writers. Attorneys. Designers. Journalists. Directors. Agents. Casting Directors. Producers. Publicists. Our members are influential members of organizations including Actors Equity, the American Bar Association, The Directors Guild, The Screen Actors Guild, The Writers Guild, PEN and The Dramatists Guild. Allies and supporting member entities include trade associations, Fortune 500 companies, and nonprofit organizations.
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Why TCC?
Our ability to communicate persuasively gives us enormous power to rally the community. We must be informed. We must be active. We have unique access to the media and can shape a message.
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What does TCC do?
We meet. We listen to experts. We debate. We get briefed. We prepare ourselves to persuade others. We educate the public, and motivate them to act.
We’re non-partisan, with 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. TCC does not endorse candidates for office or take an active role in political campaigns, however, we do take stands on many of the important issues of the day, specific programs include Stand Up for Class, a mentoring program that puts celebrities and other leaders in the entertainment industry in public school classrooms; Arts Advocacy Day that brings arts and entertainment leaders together with public policy and White House officials to encourage support for the arts; forums and discussion series that provide citizens with information and resources on issues facing the national agenda.
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How can I find out more about TCC?
Visit our website at www.TheCreativeCoalition.org. Call our main office in New York: (212) 512-5876. Or, email Info@TheCreativeCoalition.org.